Real Estate Investing in West Tisbury, Massachusetts (02575)

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Dukes County • Population: 2,417 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 02575 (West Tisbury, MA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (36/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 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
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 58.7% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 57.1 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• 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 $1,695,355
Avg Monthly Rent $2,475
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $124,622
% Renters 11.4%

Market Analysis: 02575 West Tisbury

The 02575 ZIP in West Tisbury, MA is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $1.7M entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

The 02575 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

The gap between 02575 and stronger West Tisbury ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

The 02575 ZIP's population of 2,417 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that comes in at the need for careful underwriting.

Strategy in 02575 is an operator game, not a passive one. In practical terms, entry prices of $1.7M are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 West Tisbury:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 50/100
Affordability
0/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 13.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,475/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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WARM MARKET
Vineyard Haven, MA Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
4.1%
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 Vineyard Haven, MA metro data
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Property Strategy for 02575

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
1.9% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+11.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$467,561/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $1,424,234 $3,820 1.9% +11.1% $474,745
4BR $1,870,245 $4,060 1.6% +10.9% $467,561

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$1.8M$1.5M$1.3M$1.1M$826K$585KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 02575 Compare?

Metric 02575 West Tisbury Vineyard Haven, MA Massachusetts
Home Value $1,695,355 $1,695,355 N/A $645,115
5-Year CAGR 6.9% 6.9% N/A 7.0%
Avg Rent $2,475 $2,475 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.1% 1.1% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
1.1%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.9%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Vineyard Haven, MA metro

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

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $1,695,355
Monthly Rent $2,475
Price-to-Rent 57.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 1.8%
Cap Rate 1.1%
5-Year IRR 8.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.1%). 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
58.7%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Moderate

Demographics in 02575

Population: 2,417

💰 Median Household Income
$124,622
This area
$124,622
State
$107,356
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.4%
This area
11.4%
State
28.1%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
-8.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
56.0%
This area
56.0%
State
32.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
49.3 years
This area
49.3 years
State
22.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
58.7%
This area
58.7%
State
13.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 85.1%
Other/Mixed 14.0%
Hispanic/Latino 11.9%
Asian 0.9%
👶 Under 18
21.2%
This area
21.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
31.0%
This area
31.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 02575

A+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
7.5:1 Avg Class Size
$38,255 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

West Tisbury Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
325 Students
👨‍🏫
6.9:1 Class Size
💰
$37,383 Per Student
A Very Good

Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School

📚 K – 12 K-12 Charter
👥
175 Students
👨‍🏫
8.0:1 Class Size
💰
$39,127 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do home values compare in West Tisbury, MA?

In West Tisbury, MA the median home value sits at $1.7M. Against the broader MA market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

Is West Tisbury, MA good for landlords?

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

How qualified is the tenant pool in West Tisbury, MA?

The tenant pool in West Tisbury, MA is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $2,475/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

How viable is house hacking in West Tisbury, MA?

House hacking in West Tisbury, MA is a tougher. With home values around $1.7M and rents at $2,475/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

What are vacancy rates like in West Tisbury, MA?

Vacancy in West Tisbury, MA is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $2,475/mo.

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