Real Estate Investing in Williamsburg, Massachusetts

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,566 • Hampshire County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (66/100)

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.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 10.7% 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

5.5% 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 $442,727
Avg Monthly Rent $2,052
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Williamsburg Real Estate

Williamsburg, MA covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are thin — this is not a market to enter casually.

Investors considering Williamsburg, MA should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

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

Demographics in Williamsburg show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is lackluster relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Best ZIP codes in Springfield, MA

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Avg Home Value
$442,727
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,052
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (MA)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Springfield, MA metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
29%
Days Pending
0/2
30 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Springfield, MA metro
30
Days to pending
10.5%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Williamsburg, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Williamsburg, MA

Is vacancy a concern in Williamsburg, MA?

Vacancy in Williamsburg, MA is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $2,052/mo.

Is Williamsburg, MA good for landlords?

The landlord environment in Williamsburg, MA is tenant-protective. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

Is housing expensive in Williamsburg, MA?

Homes in Williamsburg, MA typically sell near $443K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which measured long-term demand.

What does house hacking look like in Williamsburg, MA?

Williamsburg, MA is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $443K price point reasonable to enter.

Are tenants stable in Williamsburg, MA?

Tenant demand in Williamsburg, MA is solid. The local workforce $2,052/mo rents across most rental classes.

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