Real Estate Investing in Winchendon, Massachusetts (01475)

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Worcester County • Population: 10,194 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 01475 (Winchendon, MA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (58/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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
2 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 10.7% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $410,042
Avg Monthly Rent $1,557
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $85,379
% Renters 24.8%

Market Analysis: 01475 Winchendon

ZIP 01475 inside Worcester County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $410K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

For an experienced owner, 01475 can be a an appealing option for hunting ground — but the discount at $410K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Turning to rents, 01475 offers a low basis, the region around Winchendon has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Looking more closely, 10,194 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

looks to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Winchendon:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 66/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,557/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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BALANCED MARKET
Worcester, MA-CT Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
34 days
Average time to sell
Average
10.3%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Worcester, MA-CT metro data
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Property Strategy for 01475

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
4.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+9.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$88,683/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $339,716 $1,730 3.7% +9.0% $169,858
3BR $404,540 $2,220 4.0% +9.4% $134,847
4BR $427,955 $2,610 4.4% +9.3% $106,989
5BR $443,415 +9.7% $88,683

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$432K$371K$310K$249K$188K$127KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 01475 Compare?

Metric 01475 Winchendon Worcester, MA-CT Massachusetts
Home Value $410,042 $410,042 N/A $645,115
5-Year CAGR 6.7% 6.7% N/A 7.0%
Avg Rent $1,557 $1,557 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.0% 3.0% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.7%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $410,042
Monthly Rent $1,557
Price-to-Rent 22.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.6%
Cap Rate 3.0%
5-Year IRR 9.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.0%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
10.7%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.7%
Growing
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Moderate

Demographics in 01475

Population: 10,194

💰 Median Household Income
$85,379
This area
$85,379
State
$107,356
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
24.8%
This area
24.8%
State
28.1%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.5%
This area
4.5%
State
-8.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
23.5%
This area
23.5%
State
32.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.7 years
This area
39.7 years
State
22.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
10.7%
This area
10.7%
State
13.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 86.6%
Other/Mixed 7.8%
Hispanic/Latino 4.3%
Asian 4.3%
Black/African American 1.3%
👶 Under 18
21.6%
This area
21.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
16.1%
This area
16.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.5%
This area
6.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 01475

B+ Avg School Grade
6 Schools
24.3:1 Avg Class Size
$19,898 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Murdock High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
252 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
💰
$19,898 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Memorial

📚 K – 02 Elementary
👥
302 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$19,898 Per Student
A Very Good

Murdock Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
290 Students
👨‍🏫
14.5:1 Class Size
💰
$19,898 Per Student
A Very Good

Toy Town Elementary

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
👥
276 Students
👨‍🏫
12.9:1 Class Size
💰
$19,898 Per Student
B Good

Winchendon PreSchool Program

📚 Grade PK Elementary
👥
79 Students
👨‍🏫
19.8:1 Class Size
💰
$19,898 Per Student
D Needs Improvement

Murdock Academy for Success

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
20 Students
👨‍🏫
74.1:1 Class Size
💰
$19,898 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

4 Nearby 2,401 Off-Campus Students
C
Mount Wachusett Community College
3,204 students · 6.1 mi
C
Franklin Pierce University
1,637 students · 7.8 mi
C
Monty Tech
33 students · 12.1 mi
C+
Fitchburg State University
6,296 students · 14.3 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,401 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average monthly rent in Winchendon, MA?

Expect rents around $1,557/mo per month in Winchendon, MA. With home values at $410K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

Are tenants stable in Winchendon, MA?

Winchendon, MA draws a reliable base of working renters. Demand at the $1,557/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

What price range are homes in Winchendon, MA?

The median home value in Winchendon, MA is roughly $410K. That puts it reasonable relative to the MA statewide average.

Is Winchendon, MA a friendly market for rental owners?

For rental operators, Winchendon, MA rates as tenant-protective. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

Which investment style suits Winchendon, MA?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Winchendon, MA best. The market produces consistent results for that approach at the $410K price point.

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