Real Estate Investing in Belknap County, New Hampshire

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13 ZIP codes • Population: 60,183

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (53/100)

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

πŸ“ˆ 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: 33.3% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.6% 5yr CAGR

4.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $549,585
Avg Monthly Rent $1,675
ZIP Codes 13

Investing in Belknap County Real Estate

With 60,183 residents across 10 cities, Belknap County shows muted fundamentals that keep most passive capital on the sidelines β€” a region that demands real local knowledge.

Investors considering Belknap, New Hampshire should understand what the β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† rating represents β€” a region with material challenges, not a temporary rough patch.

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

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Avg Home Value
$549,585
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,675
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (NH)
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πŸ“‰ 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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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Belknap County

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

Cities in Belknap County

ZIP Codes in Belknap County, NH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Belknap County

How much rent can I charge in, NH?

Average rent in, NH is approximately $1,675/mo per month. Against $550K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

What kind of tenants rent in, NH?

The renter base in, NH is reasonable for the $1,675/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields measured tenants.

How does, NH stack up for property investment?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in, NH reflects its $550K prices and $1,675/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within NH.

What is the typical home price in, NH?

The median home value in, NH is roughly $550K. That puts it reasonable relative to the NH statewide average.

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