Real Estate Investing in Troutdale, Oregon (97060)

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Multnomah County • Population: 21,788 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 97060 (Troutdale, OR)? 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
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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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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 $484,895
Avg Monthly Rent $1,747
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $84,256
% Renters 30.4%

Market Analysis: 97060 Troutdale

The 97060 ZIP in Troutdale, OR is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $485K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $485K asset, 97060 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Regionally, 97060 sits on the difficult end of the OR spectrum. The a solid fit for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Employment concentration in 97060 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

The 97060 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 Troutdale:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 60/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.8× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,747/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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Property Strategy for 97060

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
4.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+5.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$115,918/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $340,060 $1,800 3.8% +3.3% $170,030
3BR $467,075 $2,470 3.8% +5.1% $155,692
4BR $523,712 $2,900 4.0% +4.7% $130,928
5BR $579,592 +4.3% $115,918

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$515K$442K$369K$296K$223K$150KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,151$2,029$1,908$1,786$1,664$1,543Mar 2025Nov 2025Jul 2026

📊 How Does 97060 Compare?

Metric 97060 Troutdale Oregon
Home Value $484,895 $484,895 $493,884
5-Year CAGR 2.1% 2.1% 4.9%
Avg Rent $1,747 $1,747 -
Cap Rate 2.8% 2.8% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+2.1%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $484,895
Monthly Rent $1,747
Price-to-Rent 23.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.3%
Cap Rate 2.8%
5-Year IRR 4.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -15.3% ▼
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.8%). 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
4.5%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.1%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 97060

Population: 21,788

💰 Median Household Income
$84,256
This area
$84,256
State
$71,325
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
30.4%
This area
30.4%
State
28.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.6%
This area
2.6%
State
-6.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
23.6%
This area
23.6%
State
13.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
34.6 years
This area
34.6 years
State
31.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.5%
This area
4.5%
State
17.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 76.6%
Other/Mixed 18.5%
Hispanic/Latino 10.3%
Asian 3.4%
Black/African American 1.5%
👶 Under 18
27.9%
This area
27.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
11.4%
This area
11.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.7%
This area
7.7%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 97060

B+ Avg School Grade
6 Schools
14.9:1 Avg Class Size
$17,756 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Troutdale Elementary School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
351 Students
👨‍🏫
14.6:1 Class Size
💰
$17,756 Per Student
A Very Good

Sweetbriar Elementary School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
255 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$17,756 Per Student
A Very Good

Walt Morey Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
548 Students
👨‍🏫
16.1:1 Class Size
💰
$17,756 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Reynolds Arthur Academy

📚 K – 05 Elementary Charter
👥
172 Students
👨‍🏫
13.2:1 Class Size
💰
$17,756 Per Student
C+ Average

Reynolds High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
2,381 Students
👨‍🏫
20.2:1 Class Size
💰
$17,756 Per Student
C+ Average

The Creeks

📚 K – 12 K-12
👥
81 Students
👨‍🏫
10.1:1 Class Size
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 2,401 Off-Campus Students
C
Mt Hood Community College
6,271 students · 1.9 mi
C
Multnomah University
532 students · 10.0 mi
D
University of Western States
979 students · 10.2 mi
C
Sumner College
514 students · 10.4 mi
B
Warner Pacific University
350 students · 10.9 mi
C
Warner Pacific University Professional and Graduate Studies
280 students · 10.9 mi
D
Western Seminary
770 students · 11.5 mi
C
Northwest College-Clackamas
31 students · 12.0 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,401 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should investors consider Troutdale, OR?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Troutdale, OR ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $485K and rents of $1,747/mo drive the underlying numbers.

What do landlords charge for rent in Troutdale, OR?

Rent in Troutdale, OR is around $1,747/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $485K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

How should investors approach Troutdale, OR?

Most investors in Troutdale, OR run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

Is Troutdale, OR good for house hacking?

House hacking in Troutdale, OR is a challenging. With home values around $485K and rents at $1,747/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

Are homes affordable in Troutdale, OR?

Troutdale, OR home values average about $485K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,747/mo in monthly income.

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