Real Estate Investing in Cairo, New York

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,406 • Greene County

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Should you buy in Cairo, NY? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (56/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 22.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • 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

6.1% 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 $302,736
Avg Monthly Rent $1,557
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Cairo Real Estate

Cairo, NY covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are soft — this is not a market to enter casually.

The investment case for Cairo is difficult to make on screen data alone. a harder case for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

plainly Cairo's sale market has not rewarded patience. a challenging fit for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

Distressed-leaning demographics in Cairo — soft income growth, high rent burden, population shifts — are among the reasons the ★★★☆☆ rating sits where it does.

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Avg Home Value
$302,736
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,557
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (NY)

ZIP Codes in Cairo, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cairo, NY

Is housing expensive in Cairo, NY?

In Cairo, NY the median home value sits at $303K. Against the broader NY market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

How does Cairo, NY rate as a rental market?

Yes - Cairo, NY a 3.0/5 investability score. With $303K home prices against $1,557/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Cairo, NY?

Vacancy in Cairo, NY is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,557/mo.

What is it like being a landlord in Cairo, NY?

Rental owners in Cairo, NY deal with a tenant-protective legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

What strategy should investors use in Cairo, NY?

Cairo, NY investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($303K prices, $1,557/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

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