Real Estate Investing in Warren, Massachusetts (01585)

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Worcester County • Population: 4,942 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 01585 (Warren, MA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (51/100)

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
2 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 11.8% 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $418,667
Avg Monthly Rent $1,503
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $69,767
% Renters 19.9%

Market Analysis: 01585 Warren

ZIP 01585 in Warren, MA carries a solid set of headwinds. Home values near $419K and rents of $1,503/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $419K asset, 01585 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Nearby ZIPs in Warren have seen price recovery that 01585 has not matched. Worcester County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

A durable renter share of 20% in 01585 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Strategically, 01585 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Warren:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 58/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+3.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,503/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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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 01585

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
3.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+8.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$124,713/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $347,248 $1,670 3.5% +8.2% $173,624
3BR $430,886 $2,040 3.4% +8.0% $143,629
4BR $498,853 $2,280 3.3% +8.3% $124,713

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$440K$385K$330K$274K$219K$163KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 01585 Compare?

Metric 01585 Warren Worcester, MA-CT Massachusetts
Home Value $418,667 $391,092 N/A $645,115
5-Year CAGR 4.8% 4.9% N/A 7.0%
Avg Rent $1,503 $1,512 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.8% 3.0% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.8%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $418,667
Monthly Rent $1,503
Price-to-Rent 23.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.3%
Cap Rate 2.8%
5-Year IRR 7.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +3.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.8%). 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
11.8%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.8%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Moderate

Demographics in 01585

Population: 4,942

💰 Median Household Income
$69,767
This area
$69,767
State
$107,356
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.9%
This area
19.9%
State
28.1%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.4%
This area
4.4%
State
-8.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
26.2%
This area
26.2%
State
32.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
52.6 years
This area
52.6 years
State
22.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
11.8%
This area
11.8%
State
13.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 97.3%
Other/Mixed 2.7%
Hispanic/Latino 1.3%
👶 Under 18
16.5%
This area
16.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
26.2%
This area
26.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.7%
This area
6.7%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 01585

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
13.2:1 Avg Class Size
$20,851 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

West Brookfield Elementary

📚 K – 06 School
👥
244 Students
👨‍🏫
13.2:1 Class Size
💰
$20,851 Per Student

Nearby Schools (3 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

Quaboag Regional High

📚 09 – 12 High School
📍 284 Old West Brookfield Road, Warren
👥
344 Students
👨‍🏫
9.9:1 Class Size
💰
$20,851 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Quaboag Regional Middle Innovation School

📚 07 – 08 Middle
📍 284 Old West Brookfield Road, Warren
👥
170 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
💰
$20,851 Per Student
C+ Average

Quaboag Integrated Preschool

📚 Grade PK Elementary
📍 284 Old West Brookfield Road, Warren
👥
53 Students
👨‍🏫
26.5:1 Class Size
💰
$20,851 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

2 Nearby 39 Off-Campus Students
D
Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District
39 students · 12.7 mi
C
Anna Maria College
1,332 students · 14.0 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Warren, MA favor landlords or tenants?

Warren, MA falls under MA landlord-tenant law, which is tenant-protective. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What kind of tenants rent in Warren, MA?

The renter base in Warren, MA is reasonable for the $1,503/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields stable tenants.

How much does a house cost in Warren, MA?

The median home value in Warren, MA is roughly $419K. That puts it reasonable relative to the MA statewide average.

Can I live-in-and-rent in Warren, MA?

Warren, MA is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $419K price point reasonable to enter.

Does Warren, MA make sense for an investment property?

Warren, MA registers an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $419K and average rents around $1,503/mo. That combination puts it in the healthy tier for investor interest.

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