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 6.31% rent-to-price ratio. Higher ratios indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Based on -9.0% 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.
| Metro Area | Verdict | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fayetteville, NC Fayetteville, NC | 62 | $249,832 | $1,479 | 7.10% | Buy | View | |
Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN | 62 | $285,179 | $1,504 | 6.33% | Buy | View | |
Harrisburg, PA Harrisburg, PA | 62 | $299,596 | $1,380 | 5.53% | Buy | View | |
Memphis, TN Memphis, TN | 62 | $240,716 | $1,430 | 7.13% | Buy | View | |
Corpus Christi, TX Corpus Christi, TX | 62 | $216,251 | $1,420 | 7.88% | Buy | View | |
Current North Port, FL | 42 | $401,036 | $2,109 | 6.31% | Avoid |
The North Port, FL metro area scores 42/100, ranking #822 of 894 US metros (top 92%). The 6.31% rent-to-price ratio indicates moderate cash flow potential. Current metro-wide averages make traditional buy-and-hold investing challenging. Consider house hacking, value-add strategies, or drilling down to specific counties.
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