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As soon as the Monopoly board is ready, I only think of one thing; conquest. However, it’s vital to consider seemingly little things as you plan your next domination as a wealthy real estate mogul.
I have compiled a list of all the properties on the US Monopoly board in this article. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with them; you may likely learn something that might help with your plans to conquer.
On the US Monopoly board, there are a total of 22 properties. Below I have created an easy-to-read table that lists them all with their respective prices.
It’s important to note that this article focuses on the US Monopoly properties. If the names on your board differ from the ones here, you likely own the US version of the Monopoly Board. I have also compiled a comprehensive list of UK Monopoly Properties if you are interested.
Suggested read: UK Monopoly List of Properties – With Prices
Quick Facts About US Monopoly Properties
- The US Monopoly properties differ in names from their UK counterpart
- The Us Monopoly properties have the same color set as most standard editions.
- There are a total of 22 properties on the US Monopoly board.
- They are named after streets in Atlantic City, United States.
Monopoly Property List
| Mediterranean Avenue | $60 |
| Baltic Avenue | $60 |
| Oriental Avenue | $100 |
| Vermont Avenue | $100 |
| Connecticut Avenue | $120 |
| St. Charles Place | $140 |
| States Avenue | $140 |
| Virginia Avenue | $160 |
| St. James Place | $180 |
| Tennessee Avenue | $180 |
| New York Avenue | $200 |
| Kentucky Avenue | $220 |
| Indiana Avenue | $220 |
| Illinois Avenue | $240 |
| Atlantic Avenue | $260 |
| Ventnor Avenue | $260 |
| Marvin Gardens | $280 |
| Pacific Avenue | $300 |
| North Carolina Avenue | $300 |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | $320 |
| Park Place | $350 |
| Boardwalk | $400 |
Now that you are familiar with all the properties and their cost, it’s time to take a close look at them as color groups and how much they cost to buy.
Brown Properties
On the Monopoly board, there are 2 brown properties. This is true if you’re playing on the standard Us Monopoly board. These properties are
| Mediterranean Avenue | $60 |
| Baltic Avenue | $60 |
SkyVanga has a complete guide on all you need to know about Brown Properties. Quickly read the article to utilize the edge that these properties offer fully.
Read more: Baltic Avenue – All You Need To Know
Light Blue Properties
Unlike the Brown properties, the Light Blue color set has 3 properties on the US Monopoly board.
| Oriental Avenue | $100 |
| Vermont Avenue | $100 |
| Connecticut Avenue | $120 |
These properties are on the first side of the standard US Monopoly board. They are next after the brown properties. When utilized properly, they can earn you some cash.
Pink Properties
On the standard US Monopoly board, there are 3 pink properties.
| St. Charles Place | $140 |
| States Avenue | $140 |
| Virginia Avenue | $160 |
I find these properties appealing for their beautiful color. This shade of pink is an absolute beauty.
Orange Properties
The Orange properties are just 3 on the US Monopoly board. And personally, I love their names.
| St. James Place | $180 |
| Tennessee | $180 |
| New York Avenue | $200. |
I adore these properties because they are neither expensive nor cheap.
Red Properties
On the standard US Monopoly board, there are only 3 red properties. Below is a table listing them.
| Kentucky Avenue | $220 |
| Indiana Avenue | $220 |
| Illinois Avenue | $240 |
Yellow Properties
On the standard US Monopoly board, there are only 3 yellow properties.
Find the list below.
| Atlantic Avenue | $260 |
| Ventnor Avenue | $260 |
| Marvin Gardens | $280 |
Green Properties
On the US Monopoly board, there are just 3 Green properties. Find the list below.
| Pacific Avenue | $300 |
| North Carolina Avenue | $300 |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | $320 |
Dark Blue Properties
Just like the Brown properties, the Dark Blue color set has only 2 properties.
| Park Place | $350 |
| Boardwalk | $400 |
Suggested read: Boardwalk in Monopoly – Is It Worth It?
Monopoly Properties That Can’t Be Built On
Surprisingly, there are spaces on the Monopoly board that players can’t build on. Are you surprised? These properties can’t have houses or hotels built on them. And they are only six in number.
Railroads
- Reading Railroad
- Pennsylvania Railroad
- B&O Railroad
- Short Line
Utilities
- Electric Company
- Water Works
These are the other two properties aside from the railroads that players can’t build on in Monopoly.
The Cheapest Monopoly Properties
The cheapest properties in Monopoly are on the Brown color set. On the US edition of the Monopoly board, they are Mediterranean and Baltic Avenue.
Each of these brown properties costs only $60. Buying houses on them costs only $50. The Brown properties also have the lowest rents on the Monopoly board. Their rents are below
Mediterranean Avenue
- Rent – Site Only – $2 ( if a player owns all the sites of any color group, rent is doubled.)
- Rent with 1 house – $10
- Rent with 2 houses – $30
- Rent with 3 houses – $90
- Rent with 4 houses – $160
- Rent with Hotel – $250
Baltic Avenue
- Rent – Site Only – $4 ( if a player owns all the sites of any color group, rent is doubled.)
- Rent with 1 house – $20
- Rent with 2 houses – $60
- Rent with 3 houses – $180
- Rent with 4 houses – $320
- Rent with Hotel – $450
You won’t find any property as cheap as the Brown properties on the US Monopoly board.
The Most Expensive Monopoly Properties
Yes! All properties on the Monopoly board do not cost the same. Just like we have just discussed the cheapest properties in Monopoly, some properties are the most expensive.
On the US board, the Dark Blue properties are the most costly. These properties are termed the most expensive because no other property on the Monopoly board costs as much as them. Find their rents below
Park Place
This property is on the third space before GO.
- Rent – Site Only – $35 ( if a player owns all the sites of any color group, rent is doubled.)
- Rent with 1 house – $175
- Rent with 2 houses – $500
- Rent with 3 houses – $1100
- Rent with 4 houses – $1300
- Rent with Hotel – $1500
- Cost of houses – $200 each
- Mortgage Value of Site – $175
Boardwalk
This property sits pretty next to GO.
- Rent – Site Only – $50 ( if a player owns all the sites of any color group, rent is doubled.)
- Rent with 1 house – $200
- Rent with 2 houses – $600
- Rent with 3 houses – $1400
- Rent with 4 houses – $1700
- Rent with Hotel – $2000
- Cost of houses – $200 each
- Mortgage Value of Site – $200
The Worst Properties in Monopoly
Formerly I would tell you that the Brown properties are the worst. However, lately, I’ve had a rethink. The Brown properties are not the worst in Monopoly. Actually, there is no direct way to answer this question. It all depends on your play and the deals you can cut.
The Best Properties in Monopoly
Everyone who looks to win the game is always curious about what properties to buy, build on, and sell. The truth is that there is no easy or direct way to answer this question, and that’s why we have written a complete guide on the best properties to buy in Monopoly. Check it out!
Your Biggest Enemy in Monopoly
Your biggest enemy in Monopoly can be Chance Cards. Although some of it rewards players, most of it punishes.
To help you fully understand the effects of Chance Cards in Monopoly, I have written a comprehensive article that tells you everything you need to know.
Suggested read: Monopoly Chance Cards – Reward or Disaster?
Conclusion
In conclusion, there are many properties on the US Monopoly board. Learning about them can give you an absolute edge when you next play with your friends and family. Personally, I recommend playing the game the most fun way.
You may miss out on the fun when you overthink strategies and properties. However, if this is important to you, try buying properties on every color set on the Monopoly Board. That way, you can make many deals and get the properties you desire. Good luck!
