Real Estate Investing in Yarnell, Arizona (85362)

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Yavapai County • Population: 586 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 85362 (Yarnell, AZ)? 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
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 34.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Lower household income: $39,847 median — tenant affordability is tighter.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • 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

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $276,765
Avg Monthly Rent $1,476
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $39,847
% Renters 32.8%

Market Analysis: 85362 Yarnell

Looking more closely, ZIP 85362 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $277K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Rent of $1,476/mo on a $277K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 85362 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

From a cash-flow lens, 85362 offers a low basis, the region around Yarnell has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Demographically, 85362 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.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 85362 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Yarnell:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 51/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.9× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,476/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
Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
75 days
Average time to sell
Slow
8.8%
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 Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$318K$272K$226K$180K$134K$88KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 85362 Compare?

Metric 85362 Yarnell Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ Arizona
Home Value $276,765 $276,765 N/A $419,643
5-Year CAGR 1.6% 1.6% N/A 6.5%
Avg Rent $1,476 $1,476 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.2% 4.2% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.2%
Fair
5yr Growth
+1.6%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $276,765
Monthly Rent $1,476
Price-to-Rent 15.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.4%
Cap Rate 4.2%
5-Year IRR 5.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +1.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.2%). 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
34.2%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+1.6%
Flat
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 85362

Population: 586

💰 Median Household Income
$39,847
This area
$39,847
State
$66,355
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
32.8%
This area
32.8%
State
28.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
-23.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.0%
This area
17.0%
State
-1.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
64.8 years
This area
64.8 years
State
11.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
34.2%
This area
34.2%
State
19.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 97.1%
Hispanic/Latino 2.9%
Other/Mixed 2.9%
👶 Under 18
8.6%
This area
8.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
49.1%
This area
49.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
USA
11.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where do home prices stand in Yarnell, AZ?

Yarnell, AZ median home values land near $277K. That is reasonable territory for investors looking at $1,476/mo-per-month rentals.

Is Yarnell, AZ a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Investors tracking Yarnell, AZ will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $277K median home values and $1,476/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting consistent returns.

What is the renter demographic in Yarnell, AZ?

Yarnell, AZ offers a even-keeled renter base at the $1,476/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Which real estate strategy fits Yarnell, AZ?

The best-fit strategy in Yarnell, AZ is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

What is it like being a landlord in Yarnell, AZ?

AZ law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Yarnell inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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