Real Estate Investing in Parker, Colorado (80134)

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Douglas County • Population: 77,814 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 80134 (Parker, CO)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (58/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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Investability

Overall investment appeal

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $674,918
Avg Monthly Rent $2,474
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $134,859
% Renters 19.4%

Market Analysis: 80134 Parker

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Parker's 80134 ZIP posts signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $675K pricing implies.

Put differently, the numbers look inviting — $675K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 80134 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Regionally, 80134 sits on the difficult end of the CO spectrum. The a credible choice for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Employment concentration in 80134 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

appears to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Parker:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 63/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
14/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 5× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+0.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,474/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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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 80134

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
3.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+5.2% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$162,723/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $438,005 $2,330 3.8% +3.7% $219,003
3BR $595,401 $3,050 3.7% +5.0% $198,467
4BR $698,713 $3,400 3.5% +5.0% $174,678
5BR $813,613 +5.2% $162,723

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$765K$661K$558K$454K$351K$247KJun 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,561$2,391$2,221$2,050$1,880$1,710Oct 2017Mar 2022Jul 2026

📊 How Does 80134 Compare?

Metric 80134 Parker Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO Colorado
Home Value $674,918 $698,310 N/A $535,778
5-Year CAGR 1.8% 2.0% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $2,474 $2,237 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.9% 2.5% - -
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Investability
Fair
Cap Rate
2.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+1.8%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $674,918
Monthly Rent $2,474
Price-to-Rent 22.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.4%
Cap Rate 2.9%
5-Year IRR 4.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +0.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR -0.4% ▼
5-Year CAGR +1.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -0.8% ▼
3-Year CAGR +1.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.8% ▲
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.9%). 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
2.6%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+1.8%
Flat
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 80134

Population: 77,814

💰 Median Household Income
$134,859
This area
$134,859
State
$79,719
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.4%
This area
19.4%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.1%
This area
2.1%
State
-25.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
58.9%
This area
58.9%
State
5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.4 years
This area
37.4 years
State
-0.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
2.6%
This area
2.6%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 80.5%
Other/Mixed 10.2%
Asian 7.1%
Hispanic/Latino 6.1%
Black/African American 2.2%
👶 Under 18
25.8%
This area
25.8%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
10.9%
This area
10.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.6%
This area
1.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 80134

B Avg School Grade
18 Schools
25.0:1 Avg Class Size
$13,987 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Mammoth Heights Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
606 Students
👨‍🏫
14.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Cherokee Trail Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
599 Students
👨‍🏫
16.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Mountain View Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
346 Students
👨‍🏫
17.1:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Northeast Elementary School

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
👥
325 Students
👨‍🏫
16.5:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Pine Grove Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
498 Students
👨‍🏫
15.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Prairie Crossing Elementary School

📚 K – 06 School
👥
610 Students
👨‍🏫
16.5:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average
👥
60 Students
👨‍🏫
9.8:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Global Village Academy - Douglas County

📚 K – 06 School Charter
👥
394 Students
👨‍🏫
15.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Sagewood Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
833 Students
👨‍🏫
16.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B Good

Gold Rush Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
675 Students
👨‍🏫
19.0:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B Good

Legacy Point Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
515 Students
👨‍🏫
18.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B Good

Singing Hills Elementary School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
398 Students
👨‍🏫
15.9:1 Class Size
💰
$13,057 Per Student
B Good

Challenge to Excellence Charter School

📚 K – 08 School Charter
👥
548 Students
👨‍🏫
18.2:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B Good

North Star Academy

📚 K – 08 School Charter
👥
678 Students
👨‍🏫
19.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B Good

Cimarron Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
1,089 Students
👨‍🏫
19.8:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
B Good

Ponderosa High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
1,424 Students
👨‍🏫
18.5:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
C+ Average

Leman Classical Academy

📚 K – 08 School Charter
👥
1,114 Students
👨‍🏫
21.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,103 Per Student
D Needs Improvement

Singing Hills Preschool

📚 Grade PK Elementary
👥
61 Students
👨‍🏫
160.5:1 Class Size
💰
$13,057 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby
C
Stacey James Institute
68 students · 3.6 mi
C
Rocky Vista University
1,574 students · 5.9 mi
D
Platt College-Aurora
215 students · 11.0 mi
C
Colorado Media School
45 students · 12.4 mi
F
Arizona College of Nursing-Aurora
212 students · 12.6 mi
C
Avalon Institute-Aurora
217 students · 13.9 mi
D
Empire Beauty School-Aurora
98 students · 14.7 mi
D
Pima Medical Institute-Aurora
290 students · 15.0 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Parker, CO?

Vacancy in Parker, CO is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $2,474/mo.

Is Parker, CO good for landlords?

CO ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Parker generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Parker, CO?

Tenant demand in Parker, CO is solid. The local workforce $2,474/mo rents across most rental classes.

What does house hacking look like in Parker, CO?

The house hack math a challenging in Parker, CO. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $2,474/mo rents and $675K home values.

How much does a house cost in Parker, CO?

Typical homes in Parker, CO go for around $675K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% predictable price movement.

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