Real Estate Investing in Rumney, New Hampshire (03266)

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Grafton County • Population: 2,075 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03266 (Rumney, NH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (50/100)

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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 36.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $360,837
Avg Monthly Rent $1,260
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $55,833
% Renters 19.2%

Market Analysis: 03266 Rumney

The 03266 ZIP in Rumney, NH is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $361K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

Rent of $1,260/mo on a $361K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 03266 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

On balance, 03266 offers a low basis, the region around Rumney has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

The 03266 ZIP's population of 2,075 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that reports the need for careful underwriting.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 03266 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Rumney:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 60/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+9.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,260/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
Lebanon, NH-VT Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
52 days
Average time to sell
Average
6.9%
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 Lebanon, NH-VT metro data
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Property Strategy for 03266

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
3.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+12.2% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$108,569/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $201,110 $1,070 3.8% +11.5% $201,110
2BR $305,269 $1,400 3.3% +12.2% $152,635
3BR $359,810 $1,900 3.8% +10.4% $119,937
4BR $434,277 $1,930 3.2% +12.1% $108,569

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$382K$326K$271K$215K$159K$104KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 03266 Compare?

Metric 03266 Rumney Lebanon, NH-VT New Hampshire
Home Value $360,837 $360,837 N/A $496,656
5-Year CAGR 8.9% 8.9% N/A 9.6%
Avg Rent $1,260 $1,260 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.7% 2.7% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+8.9%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $360,837
Monthly Rent $1,260
Price-to-Rent 23.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.2%
Cap Rate 2.7%
5-Year IRR 11.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +9.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +8.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.7%). 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
36.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+8.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03266

Population: 2,075

💰 Median Household Income
$55,833
This area
$55,833
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.2%
This area
19.2%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.2%
This area
1.2%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
33.1%
This area
33.1%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
52.4 years
This area
52.4 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
36.9%
This area
36.9%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 88.3%
Other/Mixed 9.4%
Hispanic/Latino 6.2%
Asian 1.9%
Black/African American 0.4%
👶 Under 18
16.1%
This area
16.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
28.0%
This area
28.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.2%
This area
4.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03266

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
5.9:1 Avg Class Size
$60,563 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Russell Elementary School

📚 K – 08 School
👥
86 Students
👨‍🏫
5.9:1 Class Size
💰
$60,563 Per Student
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  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
C
Plymouth State University
3,839 students · 10.3 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rumney, NH a smart market for rental property?

Rumney, NH comes in at an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $361K and average rents around $1,260/mo. That combination puts it in the impressive tier for investor interest.

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Rumney, NH?

Expect elevated vacancy in Rumney, NH. Rents at $1,260/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

What is the best play in Rumney, NH?

The best-fit strategy in Rumney, NH is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Is Rumney, NH good for landlords?

Rumney, NH operates under NH law, which is landlord-friendly overall for landlords. Expect reliable treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

Are rents high in Rumney, NH?

Average rent in Rumney, NH is approximately $1,260/mo per month. Against $361K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

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