Trend based on YoY growth rate. Source: Zillow ZHVI/ZORI
* Based on metro-wide median values. 35% expenses include taxes, insurance, maintenance, vacancy, and property management. Individual counties and properties vary significantly.
Based on 10.36% rent-to-price ratio. Higher ratios indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Based on 7.0% YoY price growth. Moderate growth (3-8%) scores highest.
Based on 0.0% population growth. Growing areas indicate economic stability.
Based on price relative to estimated local incomes.
Scores are calculated using real Zillow metro-level home value and rent data, Census population data, and economic indicators. The weighted average produces the overall investment score. This metro score represents area-wide averages; individual counties may vary significantly.
The Decatur, IL metro area scores 85/100, ranking #1 of 894 US metros (top 0%). The 10.36% rent-to-price ratio exceeds the 1% rule target, suggesting strong cash flow potential across the metro. At current rates with 20% down, a median-priced property could generate approximately $44/month in cash flow.
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