Real Estate Investing in Fairhaven, Massachusetts

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 15,878 • Bristol County

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Should you buy in Fairhaven, MA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (58/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 9.5% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.4% 5yr CAGR

1.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $513,131
Avg Monthly Rent $1,950
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Fairhaven Real Estate

With a sizable population across 1 ZIPs, Fairhaven shows the kind of tepid fundamentals that keep most out-of-state capital on the sidelines.

The investment case for Fairhaven is difficult to make on screen data alone. a stretch for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

Transaction volume in Fairhaven has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. Turning to rents, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

Fairhaven's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Avg Home Value
$513,131
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,950
1% Rule
✗ Below
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ZIP Codes in Fairhaven, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fairhaven, MA

How much should I expect to pay for a home in Fairhaven, MA?

The median home value in Fairhaven, MA is roughly $513K. That puts it reasonable relative to the MA statewide average.

What strategy should investors use in Fairhaven, MA?

For Fairhaven, MA, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Fairhaven, MA?

Fairhaven, MA offers a predictable renter base at the $1,950/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

How does Fairhaven, MA rate as a rental market?

Yes - Fairhaven, MA a 3.0/5 investability score. With $513K home prices against $1,950/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

Does house hacking make sense in Fairhaven, MA?

House hacking in Fairhaven, MA is a challenging. With home values around $513K and rents at $1,950/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

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