Real Estate Investing in Laconia, New Hampshire

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 17,006 • Belknap County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (50/100)

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.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 30.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.1% 5yr CAGR

4.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.95% as of Sep 17 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $445,982
Avg Monthly Rent $1,924
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Laconia Real Estate

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

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

Rents in Laconia at $1,924/mo have struggled to keep pace with cost increases, and vacancy has risen in pockets — a dynamic that compresses realized returns well below headline cap rates.

Population dynamics in Laconia haven't been supportive. a harder case for combined with underwhelming income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Avg Home Value
$445,982
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,924
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (NH)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Laconia, NH metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
50%
Days Pending
1/2
50 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Laconia, NH metro
50
Days to pending
10.4%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

🎓 Colleges & Universities in Laconia

2 Colleges 777 Students 325 Off-Campus Renters
C
Lakes Region Community College
2-Year Public · 695 students
📍 ~325 students rent off-campus
C
Empire Beauty School-Laconia
Vocational For-Profit · 82 students

ZIP Codes in Laconia, NH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Laconia, NH

How much is rent in Laconia, NH?

Rental rates in Laconia, NH average $1,924/mo. Tenant demand and $446K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

How strict are landlord regulations in Laconia, NH?

Laconia, NH falls under NH landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

Are there empty rentals in Laconia, NH?

Laconia, NH carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect consistent absorption at market rents of $1,924/mo.

Is Laconia, NH good for house hacking?

Laconia, NH offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $1,924/mo rent level.

How strong is Laconia, NH for real estate investors?

Investors tracking Laconia, NH will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $446K median home values and $1,924/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting consistent returns.

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