Real Estate Investing in Waterbury, Vermont

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 7,192 • Washington County

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Should you buy in Waterbury, VT? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

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: 13.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.5% 5yr CAGR

3.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $546,213
Avg Monthly Rent $1,692
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Waterbury Real Estate

Waterbury, VT covers 2 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are modest — this is not a market to enter casually.

A 3.0 rating and a 5-year CAGR of 0.0% are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting, not spreadsheet tourism. Waterbury is in that category.

Rent trends and price trends in Waterbury are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Vermont.

Population dynamics in Waterbury haven't been supportive. less favorable for combined with sluggish income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Best ZIP codes in Barre, VT

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Avg Home Value
$546,213
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,692
1% Rule
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Landlord Friendly (VT)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Barre, VT metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
59%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Barre, VT metro
0
Days to pending
8.5%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Waterbury, VT

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterbury, VT

Is Waterbury, VT better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

Waterbury, VT investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($546K prices, $1,692/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

What is the typical renter like in Waterbury, VT?

Waterbury, VT offers a consistent renter base at the $1,692/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Is Waterbury, VT a smart market for rental property?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Waterbury, VT reflects its $546K prices and $1,692/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within VT.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Waterbury, VT?

Vacancy risk in Waterbury, VT is elevated. That supports consistent cash flow for typical rental holds.

Is Waterbury, VT a good market for FHA house hackers?

Waterbury, VT is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $546K price point reasonable to enter.

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