Real Estate Investing in Lemoore, California (93245)

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Kings County • Population: 37,443 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 93245 (Lemoore, CA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (67/100)

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 (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
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

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $388,227
Avg Monthly Rent $2,068
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $75,696
% Renters 50.8%

Market Analysis: 93245 Lemoore

This part of Kings County is not an easy win. The 93245 ZIP reflects softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

In practical terms, the numbers look inviting — $388K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 93245 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Nearby ZIPs in Lemoore have seen price recovery that 93245 has not matched. Kings County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Turning to rents, 37,443 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.

The 93245 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 Lemoore:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 62/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,068/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Hanford-Corcoran, CA Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
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 Hanford-Corcoran, CA metro data
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Property Strategy for 93245

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
5.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+6.6% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$95,408/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $268,298 $1,790 4.8% +6.6% $134,149
3BR $356,093 $2,490 5.0% +6.6% $118,698
4BR $407,444 $2,990 5.3% +5.9% $101,861
5BR $477,041 +5.6% $95,408

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$406K$355K$304K$253K$202K$151KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,123$2,032$1,941$1,849$1,758$1,667Jan 2024May 2025Jul 2026

📊 How Does 93245 Compare?

Metric 93245 Lemoore Hanford-Corcoran, CA California
Home Value $388,227 $194,114 N/A $761,003
5-Year CAGR 4.1% 4.1% N/A 5.7%
Avg Rent $2,068 $2,068 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.2% 4.2% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

51% of households rent in this area, creating consistent tenant demand for landlords.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.2%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.1%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $388,227
Monthly Rent $2,068
Price-to-Rent 15.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.4%
Cap Rate 4.2%
5-Year IRR 8.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +8.2% ▲
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
7.5%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.1%
Stable
Eviction process: Very Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 93245

Population: 37,443

💰 Median Household Income
$75,696
This area
$75,696
State
$94,164
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
50.8%
This area
50.8%
State
39.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.4%
This area
5.4%
State
-16.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.6%
This area
20.6%
State
7.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
30.6 years
This area
30.6 years
State
9.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.5%
This area
7.5%
State
15.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 54.6%
Other/Mixed 32.2%
Hispanic/Latino 24.9%
Asian 7.2%
Black/African American 6.1%
👶 Under 18
27.2%
This area
27.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
9.7%
This area
9.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
11.5%
This area
11.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 93245

B Avg School Grade
16 Schools
18.3:1 Avg Class Size
$16,210 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

R. J. Neutra

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
424 Students
👨‍🏫
17.0:1 Class Size
💰
$18,252 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Meadow Lane Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
👥
468 Students
👨‍🏫
17.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,727 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Akers Elementary

📚 K – 08 School
👥
656 Students
👨‍🏫
19.3:1 Class Size
💰
$18,252 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Central Elementary

📚 K – 08 School
👥
225 Students
👨‍🏫
18.8:1 Class Size
💰
$18,252 Per Student
B Good

Cinnamon Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
👥
473 Students
👨‍🏫
19.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,727 Per Student
B Good

Freedom Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
👥
405 Students
👨‍🏫
19.1:1 Class Size
💰
$14,727 Per Student
B Good

Jamison (Donald C.) High (Continuation)

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
92 Students
👨‍🏫
12.6:1 Class Size
💰
$19,082 Per Student
B Good

Lemoore Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
👥
511 Students
👨‍🏫
19.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,727 Per Student
B Good

Liberty Middle

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
676 Students
👨‍🏫
21.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,727 Per Student
B Good

P. W. Engvall Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
👥
531 Students
👨‍🏫
21.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,727 Per Student
B Good

Bridges Academy

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
7 Students
👨‍🏫
7.1:1 Class Size
💰
$14,727 Per Student
B Good

Lemoore High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
1,825 Students
👨‍🏫
21.5:1 Class Size
💰
$19,082 Per Student
C+ Average

Lemoore University Elementary Charter

📚 06 – 08 Middle Charter
👥
145 Students
👨‍🏫
20.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,727 Per Student
C+ Average

Island Elementary

📚 K – 08 School Charter
👥
367 Students
👨‍🏫
20.4:1 Class Size
C+ Average

Lemoore Online College Preparatory High

📚 09 – 12 High School Charter
👥
141 Students
👨‍🏫
17.4:1 Class Size
C+ Average

Lemoore Middle College High

📚 09 – 12 High School Charter
👥
251 Students
👨‍🏫
18.1:1 Class Size
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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

3 Nearby 2,778 Off-Campus Students
C
Lemoore College
4,160 students · 0.7 mi
D
San Joaquin Valley College-Hanford Classroom
84 students · 10.7 mi
D
Lawrence & Company College of Cosmetology
34 students · 11.4 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,778 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lemoore in CA worth investing in?

Lemoore, CA scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $388K and rents near $2,068/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Lemoore, CA?

Vacancy in Lemoore, CA is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $2,068/mo.

What kind of tenants rent in Lemoore, CA?

The renter base in Lemoore, CA is reasonable for the $2,068/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields steady tenants.

Is Lemoore, CA a friendly market for rental owners?

Lemoore, CA operates under CA law, which is tenant-protective overall for landlords. Expect consistent treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

How much rent can I charge in Lemoore, CA?

Average rent in Lemoore, CA is approximately $2,068/mo per month. Against $388K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

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