Real Estate Investing in Franklin, New Hampshire (03235)

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Merrimack County • Population: 8,843 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03235 (Franklin, NH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (67/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 10.4% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $389,466
Avg Monthly Rent $1,995
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $66,997
% Renters 37.7%

Market Analysis: 03235 Franklin

ZIP 03235 in Franklin, NH carries a significant set of headwinds. Home values near $389K and rents of $1,995/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

The 03235 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Within NH, ZIP 03235 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Merrimack County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and substantial enough to shape underwriting.

Resident income in 03235 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

tilts toward 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 Franklin:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,995/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 03235

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+11.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$85,361/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $276,587 $1,300 3.4% $276,587
2BR $331,897 $1,700 3.7% +11.1% $165,948
3BR $377,621 $2,240 4.3% +10.7% $125,874
4BR $401,360 $2,250 4.0% +10.5% $100,340
5BR $426,807 +10.3% $85,361

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$411K$351K$291K$230K$170K$109KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,023$1,943$1,863$1,782$1,702$1,622Feb 2026May 2026Jul 2026

📊 How Does 03235 Compare?

Metric 03235 Franklin Concord, NH New Hampshire
Home Value $389,466 $389,466 N/A $496,656
5-Year CAGR 8.4% 8.4% N/A 9.6%
Avg Rent $1,995 $1,995 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.0% 4.0% - -
💡 Why Invest in 03235? Click to expand

With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

A healthy rental market with 38% renter-occupied households ensures tenant availability.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.0%
Fair
5yr Growth
+8.4%
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 $389,466
Monthly Rent $1,995
Price-to-Rent 16.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.2%
Cap Rate 4.0%
5-Year IRR 12.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +8.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +10.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.0%). 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
10.4%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+8.4%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03235

Population: 8,843

💰 Median Household Income
$66,997
This area
$66,997
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
37.7%
This area
37.7%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.1%
This area
2.1%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.1%
This area
20.1%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.6 years
This area
44.6 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
10.4%
This area
10.4%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 93.1%
Other/Mixed 5.0%
Hispanic/Latino 1.2%
Asian 1.0%
Black/African American 0.8%
👶 Under 18
16.1%
This area
16.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
22.3%
This area
22.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.4%
This area
1.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03235

A+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
12.4:1 Avg Class Size
$20,258 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Franklin Middle School

📚 04 – 08 School
👥
331 Students
👨‍🏫
11.3:1 Class Size
💰
$20,258 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Paul A. Smith School

📚 Pre-K – 03 Elementary
👥
281 Students
👨‍🏫
9.7:1 Class Size
💰
$20,258 Per Student
A Very Good

Franklin High School

📚 09 – 13 High School
👥
277 Students
👨‍🏫
16.3:1 Class Size
💰
$20,258 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • 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

3 Nearby 325 Off-Campus Students
C
Lakes Region Community College
695 students · 11.3 mi
C
Empire Beauty School-Laconia
82 students · 11.5 mi
C+
Magdalen College
58 students · 12.3 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

How high is vacancy risk in Franklin, NH?

Vacancy in Franklin, NH is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,995/mo.

How much rent can I charge in Franklin, NH?

Rental rates in Franklin, NH average $1,995/mo. Tenant demand and $389K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

What are home prices like in Franklin, NH?

Homes in Franklin, NH typically sell near $389K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which predictable long-term demand.

How strict are landlord regulations in Franklin, NH?

Franklin, NH falls under NH landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

Is Franklin, NH a smart market for rental property?

Franklin, NH comes in at an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $389K and average rents around $1,995/mo. That combination puts it in the robust tier for investor interest.

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