Real Estate Investing in Shirley, Massachusetts

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 7,017 • Middlesex County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (68/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

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

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  • 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

5.2% 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 $564,548
Avg Monthly Rent $2,304
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Shirley Real Estate

Across Shirley's 1 ZIPs, the picture is lackluster: $565K median values, $2,304/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

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

unambiguously Shirley's sale market has not rewarded patience. better suited elsewhere for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

Shirley'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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Green Ocean Property Management offers investment property management and condo association management services in Boston and surrounding areas like Allston, Brighton, Cambridge, and Quincy. summary from their website

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McDonough Property Management offers full-service property management and HOA management in the Greater Boston Area, covering maintenance, inspections, legal compliance, and communication. summary from their website

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New England Property Management & Maintenance offers property management for multi/single-family homes, apartments, rental properties, and condo associations in Brookline, MA and Cambridge, MA. summary from their website

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Avg Home Value
$564,548
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,304
1% Rule
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ZIP Codes in Shirley, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shirley, MA

What is the average home sale price in Shirley, MA?

The median home value in Shirley, MA is roughly $565K. That puts it reasonable relative to the MA statewide average.

What is the average monthly rent in Shirley, MA?

Average rent in Shirley, MA is approximately $2,304/mo per month. Against $565K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

What is the tenant pool like in Shirley, MA?

Shirley, MA offers a predictable renter base at the $2,304/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Does house hacking make sense in Shirley, MA?

House hacking in Shirley, MA is a challenging. With home values around $565K and rents at $2,304/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

Is Shirley, MA better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Shirley, MA best. The market produces steady results for that approach at the $565K price point.

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