Real Estate Investing in Canterbury, New Hampshire (03224)

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Merrimack County • Population: 2,458 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03224 (Canterbury, NH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (69/100)

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
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 25.1 — 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 $523,041
Avg Monthly Rent $1,737
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $114,167
% Renters 6.0%

Market Analysis: 03224 Canterbury

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Canterbury's 03224 ZIP sits at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $523K pricing implies.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 03224 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

The gap between 03224 and stronger Canterbury ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

Put differently, 2,458 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.

The 03224 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Canterbury:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 65/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,737/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
Concord, NH Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
34 days
Average time to sell
Average
10.5%
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 Concord, NH metro data
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Property Strategy for 03224

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+11.2% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$158,245/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $413,985 $1,930 3.4% +10.2% $206,993
3BR $534,191 $2,530 3.4% +10.6% $178,064
4BR $632,979 $2,580 2.9% +11.2% $158,245

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$549K$473K$397K$321K$246K$170KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 03224 Compare?

Metric 03224 Canterbury Concord, NH New Hampshire
Home Value $523,041 $523,041 N/A $496,656
5-Year CAGR 7.6% 7.6% N/A 9.6%
Avg Rent $1,737 $1,737 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.6% 2.6% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.6%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Concord, NH metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
36%
Days Pending
0/2
34 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $523,041
Monthly Rent $1,737
Price-to-Rent 25.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.0%
Cap Rate 2.6%
5-Year IRR 10.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.6%). 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
5.0%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.6%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03224

Population: 2,458

💰 Median Household Income
$114,167
This area
$114,167
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
6.0%
This area
6.0%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.4%
This area
2.4%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
49.4%
This area
49.4%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
47.8 years
This area
47.8 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.0%
This area
5.0%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 91.4%
Other/Mixed 7.6%
Hispanic/Latino 7.2%
Black/African American 0.5%
Asian 0.5%
👶 Under 18
16.9%
This area
16.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.4%
This area
20.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.6%
This area
1.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03224

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
9.9:1 Avg Class Size
$21,395 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Canterbury Elementary School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
106 Students
👨‍🏫
9.9:1 Class Size
💰
$21,395 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

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.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

6 Nearby 1,090 Off-Campus Students
C
NHTI-Concord's Community College
2,613 students · 8.9 mi
D
University System of New Hampshire System Office
0 students · 9.9 mi
C
University of New Hampshire-Franklin Pierce School of Law
685 students · 10.0 mi
C
Lakes Region Community College
695 students · 11.6 mi
C
Empire Beauty School-Laconia
82 students · 12.7 mi
C+
Magdalen College
58 students · 14.7 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,090 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I house hack in Canterbury, NH?

Canterbury, NH is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $523K price point reasonable to enter.

What kind of tenants rent in Canterbury, NH?

Canterbury, NH offers a steady renter base at the $1,737/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

How expensive is real estate in Canterbury, NH?

Median home price in Canterbury, NH is near $523K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been predictable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

How should investors approach Canterbury, NH?

In Canterbury, NH the significant play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $523K prices and $1,737/mo rents suits that approach.

What is it like being a landlord in Canterbury, NH?

NH law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Canterbury inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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