Real Estate Investing in Stratton, Colorado (80836)

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Kit Carson County • Population: 1,113 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 80836 (Stratton, CO)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (65/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 12.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $219,649
Avg Monthly Rent $909
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $55,441
% Renters 31.5%

Market Analysis: 80836 Stratton

The 80836 ZIP covers a section of Stratton that demands careful diligence. Prices near $220K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 80836 sits at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Regionally, 80836 sits on the difficult end of the CO spectrum. The a strong candidate for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

The demographic picture in 80836 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Stratton averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. healthy returns are possible in 80836, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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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 Stratton:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $909/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$238K$207K$176K$145K$113K$82KSep 2015Feb 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 80836 Compare?

Metric 80836 Stratton Colorado
Home Value $219,649 $219,649 $535,778
5-Year CAGR 7.1% 7.1% 4.9%
Avg Rent $909 $909 -
Cap Rate 3.2% 3.2% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.1%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $219,649
Monthly Rent $909
Price-to-Rent 20.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.0%
Cap Rate 3.2%
5-Year IRR 10.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.1% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.2%). 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
12.5%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.1%
Growing
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 80836

Population: 1,113

💰 Median Household Income
$55,441
This area
$55,441
State
$79,719
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
31.5%
This area
31.5%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.9%
This area
0.9%
State
-25.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
16.5%
This area
16.5%
State
5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
34.8 years
This area
34.8 years
State
-0.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
12.5%
This area
12.5%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 81.1%
Other/Mixed 18.8%
Hispanic/Latino 15.7%
👶 Under 18
27.2%
This area
27.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
24.0%
This area
24.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.4%
This area
4.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 80836

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
14.7:1 Avg Class Size
$16,069 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Stratton Senior High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
62 Students
👨‍🏫
12.0:1 Class Size
💰
$16,069 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Stratton Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
52 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$16,069 Per Student
B Good

Stratton Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
105 Students
👨‍🏫
17.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,069 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Stratton, CO?

Expect elevated vacancy in Stratton, CO. Rents at $909/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Stratton, CO?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Stratton, CO. The rental market absorbs $909/mo rents without meaningful friction.

What approach is best for Stratton, CO real estate?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Stratton, CO. The numbers - $220K homes against $909/mo rents - support that play.

Can owner-occupants cash flow in Stratton, CO?

Stratton, CO offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $909/mo rent level.

Is rental property easy to operate in Stratton, CO?

The landlord environment in Stratton, CO is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

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