The Real Estate Investing Podcast How to Pick Land Markets That Actually Make Money
Nov 7, 2025
Discover how to select profitable land markets with expert insights on choosing the right location. Learn the importance of analyzing days on market and price per acre to identify healthy selling conditions. Find out why targeting counties two to three away from major cities can be financially rewarding. Ron also provides a strategy for creating a consistent marketing schedule, ensuring a steady flow of deals while tracking key performance indicators to enhance your success in land flipping.
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Pick Markets Several Counties Out
- Find the largest nearby city and avoid the counties directly adjacent to it when starting out.
- Target counties two to three counties removed to reduce competition and lower acquisition costs.
Use Two Simple Market Metrics
- Use Land Portal to check two key metrics: days-on-market and price per acre for 5–10 acre lots.
- Look for 40–100 days on market and $5,000–$20,000 per acre as your ideal range.
Prioritize Drive-Time And Price Ceilings
- Target counties that are roughly 60–120 minutes from the big city to balance price and demand.
- Avoid markets where price per acre exceeds $20,000 because they're often too hot and competitive for beginners.