Real Estate Investing in Hampshire, Massachusetts

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5 ZIP codes • Population: 15,449

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (36/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
POOR
0.0 / 5 (0/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 19.8% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (0.0% CAGR).
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 β€” slower evictions, more regulations.

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Investability

County-wide average

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

1.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Investing in Hampshire County Real Estate

Hampshire County spans 5 ZIP codes across 5 cities in Massachusetts, with a population of 15,449. The county's underwhelming investment metrics reflect deeper structural challenges β€” worth studying before making commitments.

Hampshire is the kind of county where the cap rate on paper and the cap rate realized tend to diverge. plainly out-of-state capital should be especially careful with carry-in assumptions.

The 0% renter share in Hampshire masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Hampshire County

5 Colleges 37,285 Students 254 Off-Campus Renters
B+
Amherst College
4-Year Private Β· 1,910 students
B+
Smith College
4-Year Private Β· 2,830 students
B+
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
4-Year Public Β· 31,810 students
πŸ“ ~254 students rent off-campus
C
Hampshire College
4-Year Private Β· 717 students
C
Conway School of Landscape Design
4-Year Private Β· 18 students

Cities in Hampshire County

ZIP Codes in Hampshire County, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hampshire County

How does, MA rate as a rental market?

Our data puts, MA at /5 for investability. Home prices and rents around create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What is the typical rental rate in, MA?

Rent in, MA is around. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

Is rental property easy to operate in, MA?

MA law tenant-protective for landlords, and inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in, MA?

Rental vacancy in, MA is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

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