Real Estate Investing in Durham, New Hampshire

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 15,054 • Strafford County

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Should you buy in Durham, NH? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (46/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 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.

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  • High vacancy: 20.7% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

8.0% 5yr CAGR

4.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $709,012
Avg Monthly Rent $2,356
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Durham Real Estate

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

clearly Durham's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects sluggish investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Market conditions in Durham are modest. Days-on-market has stretched, rent growth has stalled, and the 0.0% 5-year CAGR understates how uneven the underlying ZIPs really are.

Population dynamics in Durham haven't been supportive. better suited elsewhere for combined with soft income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Avg Home Value
$709,012
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,356
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (NH)

🎓 Colleges & Universities in Durham

1 College 13,626 Students 149 Off-Campus Renters
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University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
4-Year Public · 13,626 students
📍 ~149 students rent off-campus

ZIP Codes in Durham, NH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Durham, NH

Is Durham in NH worth investing in?

Investors tracking Durham, NH will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $709K median home values and $2,356/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting measured returns.

How much rent can I charge in Durham, NH?

Rents in Durham, NH run near $2,356/mo. Compared with median home prices of $709K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Durham, NH?

The tenant pool in Durham, NH is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $2,356/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Does house hacking work in Durham, NH?

House hacking works a challenging in Durham, NH. Rents of $2,356/mo against $709K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

Which real estate strategy fits Durham, NH?

The best-fit strategy in Durham, NH is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

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