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Annual Market Analysis: What Property Management Does for Your ROI

  • Josh Kalinowski
  • Jul 10
  • 2 min read
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What Property Management Does for Your ROI Focus: Casper Area, Wyoming (2025)

Rent Trends

  • Average Rent:

    • As of July 2025, the average rent in Casper is approximately $1,004–$1,135 per month—about 39% lower than the national average.

    • Studio: ~$900/month

    • 1-bedroom: ~$995/month

    • 2-bedroom: ~$1,165/month

    • 3-bedroom: ~$1,380/month

  • Recent Changes:

    • Rent prices have decreased by 1.9% over the past year, averaging $18 less per month.

    • Year-over-year rent growth is modest, with a 3.0% annual increase as of early 2025.

  • Affordability:

    • Casper’s rent remains highly affordable compared to national figures, with housing costs about 34% below the U.S. average.

Pricing Insights

Metric

Value (2025)

Change YoY

Average Rent

$1,004–$1,135

-1.9% to +3.0%

Median Rent

$1,050

-46% vs. U.S.

Average Home Value

$295,000–$304,000

+6.8% to +7.1%

Median Home Price

$303,000

+6.7%

  • Rental Market:

    • Casper’s rental market is stable, with only minor fluctuations, reflecting a balanced supply and demand environment.

  • Home Values:

    • Home values have grown 6.8% to 7.1% year-over-year, signaling healthy appreciation for property owners and investors.

Vacancy Planning

  • Vacancy & Occupancy:

    • Average Occupancy Rate (Short-Term Rentals): 40%

    • Vacancy rates are implied to be moderate, supported by stable rent and inventory growth.

  • Unemployment Rate:

    • 3.7% as of March 2025, lower than the long-term average, indicating a steady local economy.

  • Inventory Trends:

    • Housing inventory in June 2025: 377 homes for sale, a slight increase (+1.3%) from the previous month.

    • Inventory for 3-bedroom homes increased by 8.1%, suggesting more options for renters and buyers.

Portfolio Growth

  • Investment Returns:

    • Short-term rental gross yield: 6.1%

    • Average property value (STR): $446,981 (Dec 2024)

    • Average annual revenue (STR): $27,375

    • Year-over-year growth in Airbnbs: 134% (Jan 2025)

  • Long-Term Appreciation:

    • Consistent home value appreciation (6–7% YoY) supports portfolio growth for buy-and-hold investors.

  • Market Outlook:

    • Casper is considered one of Wyoming’s top markets for both traditional and short-term rental investment, with robust tourism and a growing population of qualifying rental properties.

About Legacy Property Management

Legacy Property Management is a trusted resource for property investors and renters in Casper, Wyoming. They focus 100% on property management, offering services from tenant screening to market-driven decision-making, and are dedicated to maximizing your ROI through expert local knowledge and professional support.

Internal & Back Links

For more information, visit Legacy Property Management in Casper, WY.

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