Real Estate Investing in Franktown, Colorado (80116)

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Douglas County • Population: 5,393 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 80116 (Franktown, CO)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (42/100)

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 47.9 — 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 $1,059,463
Avg Monthly Rent $1,845
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $122,197
% Renters 4.4%

Market Analysis: 80116 Franktown

The 80116 ZIP in Franktown, CO is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $1.1M entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

For an experienced owner, 80116 can be a a viable market for hunting ground — but the discount at $1.1M reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Turning to rents, 80116 offers a low basis, the region around Franktown has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Demographically, 80116 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

The 80116 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Franktown:

D Needs Caution
Buy Confidence Score: 48/100
Affordability
0/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 8.7× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,845/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
Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
53 days
Average time to sell
Average
12.8%
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 Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO metro data
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Property Strategy for 80116

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
2.2% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+7.6% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$264,747/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $886,374 $2,700 2.2% +5.7% $295,458
4BR $1,089,297 $3,010 2.0% +6.2% $272,324
5BR $1,323,734 +7.6% $264,747

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$1.2M$989K$828K$667K$506K$344KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 80116 Compare?

Metric 80116 Franktown Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO Colorado
Home Value $1,059,463 $1,059,463 N/A $535,778
5-Year CAGR 2.4% 2.4% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $1,845 $1,845 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.4% 1.4% - -
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Investability
Fair
Cap Rate
1.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+2.4%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $1,059,463
Monthly Rent $1,845
Price-to-Rent 47.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.1%
Cap Rate 1.4%
5-Year IRR 3.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +0.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.4%). 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
5.7%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 80116

Population: 5,393

💰 Median Household Income
$122,197
This area
$122,197
State
$79,719
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
4.4%
This area
4.4%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.4%
This area
2.4%
State
-25.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
53.1%
This area
53.1%
State
5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
52.4 years
This area
52.4 years
State
-0.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.7%
This area
5.7%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.2%
Other/Mixed 4.2%
Hispanic/Latino 1.2%
Asian 0.5%
👶 Under 18
19.7%
This area
19.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
29.0%
This area
29.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.1%
This area
3.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 80116

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
13.5:1 Avg Class Size
$15,139 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Fox Hollow Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
532 Students
👨‍🏫
14.8:1 Class Size
💰
$17,211 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Franktown Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
364 Students
👨‍🏫
16.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Cherry Valley Elementary School

📚 K – 06 School
👥
36 Students
👨‍🏫
9.2:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is vacancy a concern in Franktown, CO?

Expect elevated vacancy in Franktown, CO. Rents at $1,845/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

Is Franktown, CO good for house hacking?

House hacking in Franktown, CO is a tougher. With home values around $1.1M and rents at $1,845/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

What is the investability score for Franktown, CO?

Franktown, CO reflects an investability rating of 2.0/5, with median home values near $1.1M and average rents around $1,845/mo. That combination puts it in the sturdy tier for investor interest.

Are homes affordable in Franktown, CO?

Franktown, CO home values average about $1.1M. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,845/mo in monthly income.

What type of investing works in Franktown, CO?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Franktown, CO. With home values at $1.1M and rents near $1,845/mo, other strategies can work but produce even-keeled rather than outsized returns.

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