Real Estate Investing in Nashua, New Hampshire (03062)

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Hillsborough County • Population: 28,713 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03062 (Nashua, NH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 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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No major risk flags on the data we track.

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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 $552,838
Avg Monthly Rent $2,641
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $101,433
% Renters 31.5%

Market Analysis: 03062 Nashua

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Nashua's 03062 ZIP reports signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $553K pricing implies.

From an investor standpoint, the numbers look inviting — $553K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 03062 is substantial and deserves full respect.

The gap between 03062 and stronger Nashua ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

A solid renter share of 32% in 03062 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Strategy in 03062 is an operator game, not a passive one. In practical terms, entry prices of $553K 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 Nashua:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 68/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,641/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
Manchester-Nashua, NH Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
20 days
Average time to sell
Fast
11.1%
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 Manchester-Nashua, NH metro data
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Property Strategy for 03062

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
5.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
1BR
+11.2% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$142,219/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $254,944 $1,760 5.0% +11.2% $254,944
2BR $403,952 $2,240 4.0% +9.8% $201,976
3BR $531,448 $2,970 4.0% +8.9% $177,149
4BR $682,023 $3,160 3.3% +9.0% $170,506
5BR $711,094 +8.9% $142,219

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$584K$506K$428K$350K$272K$194KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,730$2,622$2,513$2,404$2,296$2,187May 2023Dec 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 03062 Compare?

Metric 03062 Nashua Manchester-Nashua, NH New Hampshire
Home Value $552,838 $407,484 N/A $496,656
5-Year CAGR 6.6% 6.8% N/A 9.6%
Avg Rent $2,641 $2,318 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.7% 3.6% - -
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Finley Property Management
Town Of Peterborough, NH

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.6%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $552,838
Monthly Rent $2,641
Price-to-Rent 17.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.7%
Cap Rate 3.7%
5-Year IRR 10.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -0.8% ▼
3-Year CAGR +3.1% ▲
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.7%). 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
3.6%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.6%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03062

Population: 28,713

💰 Median Household Income
$101,433
This area
$101,433
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
31.5%
This area
31.5%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.5%
This area
4.5%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
50.1%
This area
50.1%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.9 years
This area
42.9 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.6%
This area
3.6%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 76.7%
Asian 14.7%
Other/Mixed 5.6%
Hispanic/Latino 3.3%
Black/African American 3.0%
👶 Under 18
18.8%
This area
18.8%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.1%
This area
20.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.3%
This area
2.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03062

A+ Avg School Grade
5 Schools
12.1:1 Avg Class Size
$20,794 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Bicentennial Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
506 Students
👨‍🏫
11.8:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Main Dunstable School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
360 Students
👨‍🏫
12.0:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
A+ Excellent

New Searles School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
247 Students
👨‍🏫
9.8:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
A Very Good

Nashua High School South

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
1,635 Students
👨‍🏫
11.5:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
B Good

MicroSociety Academy Charter School Foundation

📚 K – 08 School Charter
👥
306 Students
👨‍🏫
15.3:1 Class Size

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

Dr. Norman W. Crisp School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
📍 50 Arlington St., Nashua
👥
377 Students
👨‍🏫
10.8:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Fairgrounds Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
📍 27 Cleveland St., Nashua
👥
546 Students
👨‍🏫
10.6:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Ledge Street School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
📍 139 Ledge St., Nashua
👥
412 Students
👨‍🏫
8.7:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Pennichuck Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
📍 207 Manchester St., Nashua
👥
557 Students
👨‍🏫
10.1:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Sunset Heights School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
📍 15 Osgood Rd., Nashua
👥
374 Students
👨‍🏫
9.9:1 Class Size
💰
$20,794 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 1,766 Off-Campus Students
D
St Joseph School of Nursing
96 students · 2.1 mi
C
Rivier University
2,879 students · 2.3 mi
C+
New Hampshire Institute for Therapeutic Arts
24 students · 3.8 mi
C
Nashua Community College
1,262 students · 5.2 mi
C
Harmony Health Care Institute
164 students · 5.7 mi
C+
Thomas More College of Liberal Arts
95 students · 5.9 mi
C+
Greater Lowell Technical School
77 students · 7.3 mi
B
University of Massachusetts-Lowell
16,770 students · 9.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,766 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What monthly rent should investors expect in Nashua, NH?

Rental rates in Nashua, NH average $2,641/mo. Tenant demand and $553K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Nashua, NH?

For house hackers, Nashua, NH is a challenging. The $2,641/mo rent on a unit helps defray the mortgage on a $553K property.

Is Nashua, NH better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

For Nashua, NH, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

How expensive is real estate in Nashua, NH?

The median home value in Nashua, NH is roughly $553K. That puts it reasonable relative to the NH statewide average.

Are there empty rentals in Nashua, NH?

Vacancy in Nashua, NH is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $2,641/mo.

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