Real Estate Investing in Elbert, Colorado (80106)

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El Paso County • Population: 4,450 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 80106 (Elbert, CO)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (54/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 50.6 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $737,889
Avg Monthly Rent $1,215
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $145,798
% Renters 6.1%

Market Analysis: 80106 Elbert

The 80106 ZIP in Elbert, CO is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $738K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

The investment case in 80106 is substantial only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $738K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Statewide comparisons place 80106 among CO's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

On the rental side, 4,450 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Strategy in 80106 is an operator game, not a passive one. On the rental side, entry prices of $738K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Elbert:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 56/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.1× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,215/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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COOL MARKET
Colorado Springs, CO Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
56 days
Average time to sell
Average
13.1%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Colorado Springs, CO metro data
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Property Strategy for 80106

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
2.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+6.2% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$169,375/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $610,553 $1,350 1.6% +4.9% $305,276
3BR $674,841 $1,840 2.0% +6.1% $224,947
4BR $767,759 $2,080 2.0% +6.2% $191,940
5BR $846,876 $169,375

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$790K$668K$546K$424K$303K$181KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 80106 Compare?

Metric 80106 Elbert Colorado Springs, CO Colorado
Home Value $737,889 $737,889 N/A $535,778
5-Year CAGR 2.7% 2.7% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $1,215 $1,215 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.3% 1.3% - -
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Investability
Fair
Cap Rate
1.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+2.7%
Slow

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Colorado Springs, CO metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
45%
Days Pending
1/2
56 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $737,889
Monthly Rent $1,215
Price-to-Rent 50.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.0%
Cap Rate 1.3%
5-Year IRR 4.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.3%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
2.8%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.7%
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 80106

Population: 4,450

💰 Median Household Income
$145,798
This area
$145,798
State
$79,719
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
6.1%
This area
6.1%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.2%
This area
2.2%
State
-25.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
39.4%
This area
39.4%
State
5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
51.2 years
This area
51.2 years
State
-0.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
2.8%
This area
2.8%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 85.8%
Other/Mixed 6.9%
Hispanic/Latino 3.9%
Asian 3.8%
Black/African American 3.5%
👶 Under 18
16.0%
This area
16.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
19.7%
This area
19.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.5%
This area
1.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 80106

B+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
13.3:1 Avg Class Size
$14,762 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Elbert Junior-Senior High School

📚 06 – 12 High School
👥
138 Students
👨‍🏫
11.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,762 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Elbert Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
141 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,762 Per Student
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of tenants rent in Elbert, CO?

The tenant pool in Elbert, CO is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $1,215/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Should investors consider Elbert, CO?

Our data puts Elbert, CO at 2.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $738K and rents around $1,215/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How much does a house cost in Elbert, CO?

Elbert, CO home values average about $738K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,215/mo in monthly income.

How landlord-friendly is Elbert, CO?

Elbert, CO falls under CO landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What is the typical vacancy rate in Elbert, CO?

Elbert, CO carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $1,215/mo.

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