Real Estate Investing in Evergreen, Colorado (80439)

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Jefferson County • Population: 24,877 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 80439 (Evergreen, CO)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (49/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $900,311
Avg Monthly Rent $3,076
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $145,901
% Renters 10.5%

Market Analysis: 80439 Evergreen

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Evergreen's 80439 ZIP shows signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $900K pricing implies.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 80439 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Nearby ZIPs in Evergreen have seen price recovery that 80439 has not matched. Jefferson County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

A resilient renter share of 11% in 80439 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

New investors are better served looking at Evergreen's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 80439. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Evergreen:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 57/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.2× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $3,076/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 80439

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
3.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+7.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$264,601/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $391,515 $1,920 3.5% +4.8% $391,515
2BR $541,388 $2,290 3.0% +5.2% $270,694
3BR $816,310 $3,000 2.6% +5.5% $272,103
4BR $1,058,405 $3,340 2.3% +6.4% $264,601
5BR $1,466,779 +7.4% $293,356

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$980K$846K$712K$578K$443K$309KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$3,161$2,989$2,816$2,644$2,472$2,300Jan 2022May 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 80439 Compare?

Metric 80439 Evergreen Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO Colorado
Home Value $900,311 $707,446 N/A $535,778
5-Year CAGR 2.1% 2.0% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $3,076 $2,663 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.7% 3.0% - -
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Aim High Property Management handles the full rental cycle for residential properties, including finding qualified tenants, protecting home condition, collecting rent, and reporting to owners. summary from their website

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+2.1%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $900,311
Monthly Rent $3,076
Price-to-Rent 24.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.1%
Cap Rate 2.7%
5-Year IRR 4.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +9.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.7%). 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
7.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.1%
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 80439

Population: 24,877

💰 Median Household Income
$145,901
This area
$145,901
State
$79,719
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
10.5%
This area
10.5%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.7%
This area
1.7%
State
-25.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
71.7%
This area
71.7%
State
5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
48.9 years
This area
48.9 years
State
-0.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.1%
This area
7.1%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 93.1%
Other/Mixed 5.6%
Hispanic/Latino 4.0%
Asian 0.8%
Black/African American 0.6%
👶 Under 18
20.6%
This area
20.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
21.5%
This area
21.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.2%
This area
2.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 80439

B+ Avg School Grade
10 Schools
16.0:1 Avg Class Size
$18,696 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Clear Creek High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
189 Students
👨‍🏫
12.5:1 Class Size
💰
$24,455 Per Student
A Very Good

Clear Creek Middle School

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
87 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$24,455 Per Student
A Very Good

King-Murphy Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
151 Students
👨‍🏫
15.2:1 Class Size
💰
$24,455 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen

📚 K – 08 School Charter
👥
351 Students
👨‍🏫
13.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,228 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Marshdale Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
369 Students
👨‍🏫
15.7:1 Class Size
💰
$16,228 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Wilmot Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
334 Students
👨‍🏫
15.2:1 Class Size
💰
$16,228 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Bergen Valley Intermediate School

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
👥
215 Students
👨‍🏫
15.5:1 Class Size
💰
$16,228 Per Student
B Good

Evergreen Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
487 Students
👨‍🏫
19.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,228 Per Student
B Good

Bergen Meadow Primary School

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
262 Students
👨‍🏫
19.2:1 Class Size
💰
$16,228 Per Student
B Good

Evergreen High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
931 Students
👨‍🏫
20.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,228 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby 106 Off-Campus Students
B
Colorado School of Mines
7,599 students · 13.6 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the smart move for investors in Evergreen, CO?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Evergreen, CO. The numbers - $900K homes against $3,076/mo rents - support that play.

How deep is the rental pool in Evergreen, CO?

Tenant quality in Evergreen, CO ranks as solid. Landlords generally report steady occupancy at market rents of $3,076/mo.

What is the average home sale price in Evergreen, CO?

The median home value in Evergreen, CO is roughly $900K. That puts it reasonable relative to the CO statewide average.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Evergreen, CO?

Evergreen, CO operates under CO law, which is landlord-friendly overall for landlords. Expect reliable treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

How viable is house hacking in Evergreen, CO?

House hacking in Evergreen, CO is reasonable to execute. Prices around $900K and rents of $3,076/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

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