Real Estate Investing in Wentworth, New Hampshire (03282)

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Grafton County • Population: 1,075 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03282 (Wentworth, 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 (52/100)

Rare combination of both appreciation and cash flow. These markets don't last long — worth serious consideration.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 20.9% 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

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $369,184
Avg Monthly Rent $2,079
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $87,143
% Renters 11.6%

Market Analysis: 03282 Wentworth

ZIP 03282 inside Grafton County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $369K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

The investment case in 03282 is robust only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $369K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

ZIP 03282's metrics run below Grafton County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

Resident income in 03282 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

looks to 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 Wentworth:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+6.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,079/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 03282

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
5.9% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+11.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$126,920/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $328,219 $2,310 5.1% +10.1% $164,109
3BR $380,760 $3,130 5.9% +11.7% $126,920

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$393K$338K$284K$230K$175K$121KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 03282 Compare?

Metric 03282 Wentworth Lebanon, NH-VT New Hampshire
Home Value $369,184 $369,184 N/A $496,656
5-Year CAGR 8.3% 8.3% N/A 9.6%
Avg Rent $2,079 $2,079 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.4% 4.4% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.4%
Fair
5yr Growth
+8.3%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $369,184
Monthly Rent $2,079
Price-to-Rent 14.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.8%
Cap Rate 4.4%
5-Year IRR 12.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +6.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +8.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.4%). 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
20.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+8.3%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03282

Population: 1,075

💰 Median Household Income
$87,143
This area
$87,143
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.6%
This area
11.6%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
34.4%
This area
34.4%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
47.3 years
This area
47.3 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
20.9%
This area
20.9%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.5%
Hispanic/Latino 2.3%
Other/Mixed 2.3%
Asian 1.6%
Black/African American 0.6%
👶 Under 18
20.2%
This area
20.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
28.2%
This area
28.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.0%
This area
10.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03282

B+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
14.0:1 Avg Class Size
$20,194 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Wentworth Elementary School

📚 K – 08 School
👥
74 Students
👨‍🏫
8.2:1 Class Size
💰
$27,348 Per Student
B Good

VILLAGE PARK ELEMENTARY

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
651 Students
👨‍🏫
19.7:1 Class Size
💰
$13,040 Per Student
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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

1 Nearby
C
Plymouth State University
3,839 students · 13.8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it easy to find good tenants in Wentworth, NH?

Tenant demand in Wentworth, NH is solid. The local workforce $2,079/mo rents across most rental classes.

What investment strategy works best in Wentworth, NH?

In Wentworth, NH the notable play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $369K prices and $2,079/mo rents suits that approach.

How expensive is real estate in Wentworth, NH?

Median home price in Wentworth, NH is near $369K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been reliable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

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

Wentworth, NH vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

Can I house hack in Wentworth, NH?

Wentworth, NH is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $369K price point reasonable to enter.

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