Real Estate Investing in Moreno Valley, California (92557)

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Riverside County • Population: 55,749 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 92557 (Moreno Valley, CA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (61/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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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 $571,732
Avg Monthly Rent $2,526
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $89,629
% Renters 33.5%

Market Analysis: 92557 Moreno Valley

ZIP 92557 in Moreno Valley, CA carries a resilient set of headwinds. Home values near $572K and rents of $2,526/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

For an experienced owner, 92557 can be a a strong candidate for hunting ground — but the discount at $572K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

In the broader CA picture, 92557 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Stepping back, 55,749 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. robust returns are possible in 92557, 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 Moreno Valley:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 62/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
14/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.4× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+0.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,526/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
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
60 days
Average time to sell
Average
7.8%
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 Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro data
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Property Strategy for 92557

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
4.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+8.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$129,436/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $447,604 $2,440 3.9% +8.7% $223,802
3BR $532,433 $3,230 4.4% +7.5% $177,478
4BR $589,418 $3,900 4.8% +7.4% $147,354
5BR $647,180 +7.2% $129,436

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$619K$520K$422K$323K$224K$125KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,784$2,623$2,462$2,301$2,140$1,979Oct 2021Mar 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 92557 Compare?

Metric 92557 Moreno Valley Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA California
Home Value $571,732 $563,246 N/A $761,003
5-Year CAGR 4.2% 4.6% N/A 5.7%
Avg Rent $2,526 $2,465 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.5% 3.4% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.2%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $571,732
Monthly Rent $2,526
Price-to-Rent 18.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.3%
Cap Rate 3.5%
5-Year IRR 7.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +0.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +3.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.5%). 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
3.4%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.2%
Stable
Eviction process: Very Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 92557

Population: 55,749

💰 Median Household Income
$89,629
This area
$89,629
State
$94,164
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
33.5%
This area
33.5%
State
39.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.6%
This area
4.6%
State
-16.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
19.2%
This area
19.2%
State
7.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
32.9 years
This area
32.9 years
State
9.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.4%
This area
3.4%
State
15.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
Other/Mixed 46.8%
Hispanic/Latino 41.4%
White 30.6%
Black/African American 16.9%
Asian 5.6%
👶 Under 18
26.1%
This area
26.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
10.4%
This area
10.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.2%
This area
8.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 92557

B Avg School Grade
11 Schools
23.1:1 Avg Class Size
$19,231 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Box Springs Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
👥
402 Students
👨‍🏫
21.2:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
B Good

Cloverdale Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
711 Students
👨‍🏫
22.2:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
B Good

Hidden Springs Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
566 Students
👨‍🏫
22.6:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
B Good

Honey Hollow Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
633 Students
👨‍🏫
25.3:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
B Good

Midland Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
567 Students
👨‍🏫
24.7:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
B Good

North Ridge Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
738 Students
👨‍🏫
25.5:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
B Good

Palm Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
1,042 Students
👨‍🏫
19.7:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
B Good

Seneca Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
👥
471 Students
👨‍🏫
23.6:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
B Good

Sugar Hill Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
651 Students
👨‍🏫
25.0:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
C+ Average

Canyon Springs High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
2,240 Students
👨‍🏫
21.4:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
C+ Average

Vista Heights Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
1,454 Students
👨‍🏫
23.4:1 Class Size
💰
$19,231 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 7,415 Off-Campus Students
C
Platt College-Riverside
416 students · 3.4 mi
B
University of California-Riverside
26,426 students · 4.0 mi
C+
Riverside County Office of Education-School of Career Education
108 students · 4.1 mi
C
UEI College-Riverside
1,447 students · 5.4 mi
C
InterCoast Colleges-Riverside
63 students · 5.7 mi
C+
Loma Linda University
4,202 students · 5.7 mi
C
Moreno Valley College
10,023 students · 6.4 mi
C
Salon Success Academy-Redlands
259 students · 6.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 7,415 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should investors consider Moreno Valley, CA?

Our data puts Moreno Valley, CA at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $572K and rents around $2,526/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What strategy should investors use in Moreno Valley, CA?

Moreno Valley, CA investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($572K prices, $2,526/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

How much should I expect to pay for a home in Moreno Valley, CA?

The median home value in Moreno Valley, CA is roughly $572K. That puts it reasonable relative to the CA statewide average.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Moreno Valley, CA?

The landlord environment in Moreno Valley, CA is tenant-protective. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

How high is vacancy risk in Moreno Valley, CA?

Occupancy in Moreno Valley, CA runs even-keeled with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $2,526/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

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