Real Estate Investing in Ivanhoe, California (93235)

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Tulare County • Population: 4,408 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 93235 (Ivanhoe, CA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (73/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

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

• 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 $271,562
Avg Monthly Rent $1,161
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $49,131
% Renters 43.9%

Market Analysis: 93235 Ivanhoe

ZIP 93235 in Ivanhoe, CA carries a significant set of headwinds. Home values near $272K and rents of $1,161/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 93235 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Within CA, ZIP 93235 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Tulare County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and notable enough to shape underwriting.

Resident income in 93235 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

The 93235 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Ivanhoe:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 65/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,161/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.
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BALANCED MARKET
Visalia, CA Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
47 days
Average time to sell
Average
8.5%
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 Visalia, CA metro data
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Property Strategy for 93235

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
5.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+10.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$73,223/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $203,758 $1,290 4.6% +10.3% $101,879
3BR $265,940 $1,780 4.8% +8.8% $88,647
4BR $292,890 $2,050 5.0% +8.0% $73,223

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$288K$240K$192K$143K$95K$47KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 93235 Compare?

Metric 93235 Ivanhoe Visalia, CA California
Home Value $271,562 $271,562 N/A $761,003
5-Year CAGR 7.6% 7.6% N/A 5.7%
Avg Rent $1,161 $1,161 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.3% 3.3% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

A healthy rental market with 44% renter-occupied households ensures tenant availability.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.6%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Visalia, CA metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
38%
Days Pending
1/2
47 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $271,562
Monthly Rent $1,161
Price-to-Rent 19.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.1%
Cap Rate 3.3%
5-Year IRR 10.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +10.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

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

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.3%). 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
3.2%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.6%
Growing
Eviction process: Very Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 93235

Population: 4,408

💰 Median Household Income
$49,131
This area
$49,131
State
$94,164
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
43.9%
This area
43.9%
State
39.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%
This area
2.9%
State
-16.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
8.4%
This area
8.4%
State
7.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
34.3 years
This area
34.3 years
State
9.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.2%
This area
3.2%
State
15.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
Other/Mixed 60.8%
Hispanic/Latino 58.2%
White 39.2%
👶 Under 18
30.9%
This area
30.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
14.9%
This area
14.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
11.2%
This area
11.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 93235

B Avg School Grade
1 Schools
22.5:1 Avg Class Size
$15,937 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

Ivanhoe Elementary

📚 K – 08 School
👥
521 Students
👨‍🏫
22.5:1 Class Size
💰
$15,937 Per Student

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A Very Good

La Sierra High

📚 07 – 12 High School Charter
📍 1735 East Houston Ave., Visalia
👥
189 Students
👨‍🏫
12.9:1 Class Size
💰
$180,083 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Stone Corral Elementary

📚 K – 08 School
📍 15590 Avenue 383, Visalia
👥
112 Students
👨‍🏫
16.0:1 Class Size
💰
$18,516 Per Student
B Good

Golden Oak Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
📍 1700 North Lovers Ln., Visalia
👥
644 Students
👨‍🏫
20.4:1 Class Size
💰
$15,937 Per Student
B Good

Pinkham Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
📍 2200 East Tulare Ave., Visalia
👥
477 Students
👨‍🏫
21.7:1 Class Size
💰
$15,937 Per Student
B Good

Annie R. Mitchell

📚 K – 06 School
📍 2121 East Laura Ave., Visalia
👥
773 Students
👨‍🏫
25.0:1 Class Size
💰
$15,937 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • 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.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

6 Nearby 1,073 Off-Campus Students
C+
Estes Institute of Cosmetology Arts and Science
41 students · 5.3 mi
C
College of the Sequoias
13,586 students · 6.6 mi
D
San Joaquin Valley College-Central Administrative Office
0 students · 8.5 mi
C
Advanced Career Institute
780 students · 9.1 mi
C
Milan Institute-Visalia
632 students · 9.3 mi
D
San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia
2,369 students · 9.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,073 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the renter demographic in Ivanhoe, CA?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Ivanhoe, CA. The rental market absorbs $1,161/mo rents without meaningful friction.

Is Ivanhoe, CA good for house hacking?

House hacking in Ivanhoe, CA is reasonable to execute. Prices around $272K and rents of $1,161/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

What are home prices like in Ivanhoe, CA?

Typical homes in Ivanhoe, CA go for around $272K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% predictable price movement.

Are landlord laws favorable in Ivanhoe, CA?

CA ranks as a tenant-protective state for landlord-tenant law. Ivanhoe generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

Does Ivanhoe, CA make sense for an investment property?

Our data puts Ivanhoe, CA at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $272K and rents around $1,161/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

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