Real Estate Investing in Keno, Oregon (97627)

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Klamath County • Population: 445 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 97627 (Keno, OR)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (48/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 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
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 23.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 30.4% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 28.6 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $354,827
Avg Monthly Rent $1,035
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $72,143
% Renters 26.7%

Market Analysis: 97627 Keno

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Keno's 97627 ZIP sits at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $355K pricing implies.

The investment case in 97627 is solid only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $355K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

In the broader OR picture, 97627 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Resident income in 97627 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

trends toward the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Keno:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 56/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.9× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+0.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,035/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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WARM MARKET
Klamath Falls, OR Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
8.1%
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 Klamath Falls, OR metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$377K$324K$272K$219K$166K$113KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 97627 Compare?

Metric 97627 Keno Klamath Falls, OR Oregon
Home Value $354,827 $354,827 N/A $493,884
5-Year CAGR 4.5% 4.5% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $1,035 $1,035 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.3% 2.3% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.5%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Klamath Falls, OR metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
61%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $354,827
Monthly Rent $1,035
Price-to-Rent 28.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.5%
Cap Rate 2.3%
5-Year IRR 6.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +0.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.3%). 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
23.4%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.5%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 97627

Population: 445

💰 Median Household Income
$72,143
This area
$72,143
State
$71,325
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
26.7%
This area
26.7%
State
28.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
-6.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
13.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
49.7 years
This area
49.7 years
State
31.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
23.4%
This area
23.4%
State
17.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 100.0%
👶 Under 18
32.3%
This area
32.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.4%
This area
15.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
30.4%
This area
30.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 97627

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
12.1:1 Avg Class Size
$15,376 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Keno Elementary School

📚 K – 06 School
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170 Students
👨‍🏫
12.1:1 Class Size
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$15,376 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much rent can I charge in Keno, OR?

Rental rates in Keno, OR average $1,035/mo. Tenant demand and $355K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

How strict are landlord regulations in Keno, OR?

For rental operators, Keno, OR rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

Is Keno in OR worth investing in?

Keno, OR rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $355K and rents near $1,035/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

Which real estate strategy fits Keno, OR?

Keno, OR investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($355K prices, $1,035/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

Is it easy to find good tenants in Keno, OR?

Keno, OR offers a even-keeled renter base at the $1,035/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

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