Real Estate Investing in Burlington, Washington

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 17,703 • Skagit County

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Should you buy in Burlington, WA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (49/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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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  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.7% 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 $544,664
Avg Monthly Rent $2,125
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Investing in Burlington Real Estate

Burlington, WA covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are muted — 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. Burlington is in that category.

Rents in Burlington at $2,125/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.

Demographics in Burlington show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is sluggish relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$544,664
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,125
1% Rule
✗ Below
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ZIP Codes in Burlington, WA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burlington, WA

What is the typical home price in Burlington, WA?

Burlington, WA home values average about $545K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $2,125/mo in monthly income.

Is the tenant base reliable in Burlington, WA?

Burlington, WA draws a consistent base of working renters. Demand at the $2,125/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Burlington, WA?

Vacancy in Burlington, WA is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $2,125/mo.

Is Burlington, WA a good market for FHA house hackers?

For house hackers, Burlington, WA is a challenging. The $2,125/mo rent on a unit helps defray the mortgage on a $545K property.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Burlington, WA?

Burlington, WA operates under WA law, which is tenant-protective overall for landlords. Expect predictable treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

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