Real Estate Investing in Monterey, Massachusetts

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 828 • Berkshire County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (31/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 57.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.7% 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 $726,980
Avg Monthly Rent $1,476
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Monterey Real Estate

Across Monterey's 1 ZIPs, the picture is underwhelming: $727K median values, $1,476/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

The investment case for Monterey is difficult to make on screen data alone. a harder case for a 2.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

Transaction volume in Monterey has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. On balance, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

Monterey'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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Best ZIP codes in Pittsfield, MA

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Town Of Egremont, MA

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Avg Home Value
$726,980
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,476
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (MA)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Pittsfield, MA metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
58%
Days Pending
2/2
67 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Pittsfield, MA metro
67
Days to pending
7.3%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Monterey, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monterey, MA

Is housing expensive in Monterey, MA?

Typical homes in Monterey, MA go for around $727K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% reliable price movement.

Do rentals sit vacant long in Monterey, MA?

Monterey, MA vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

Are tenants stable in Monterey, MA?

The tenant pool in Monterey, MA is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $1,476/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Which investment style suits Monterey, MA?

In Monterey, MA the sturdy play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $727K prices and $1,476/mo rents suits that approach.

How does Monterey, MA stack up for property investment?

The 2.0/5 investability rating in Monterey, MA reflects its $727K prices and $1,476/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within MA.

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