Real Estate Investing in Swanzey, New Hampshire (03446)

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Cheshire County • Population: 6,486 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03446 (Swanzey, NH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (77/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• 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 $400,117
Avg Monthly Rent $2,205
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $78,451
% Renters 27.9%

Market Analysis: 03446 Swanzey

The 03446 ZIP covers a section of Swanzey that demands careful diligence. Prices near $400K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Rent of $2,205/mo on a $400K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 03446 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

The gap between 03446 and stronger Swanzey ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

The demographic picture in 03446 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Swanzey averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

New investors are better served looking at Swanzey's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 03446. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Swanzey:

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 5.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+13.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,205/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.
⚖️
BALANCED MARKET
Keene, NH Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
40 days
Average time to sell
Average
8.7%
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 Keene, NH metro data
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Property Strategy for 03446

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
6.1% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+10.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$110,848/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $292,904 $2,450 6.0% +10.0% $146,452
3BR $378,058 $3,200 6.1% +10.4% $126,019
4BR $443,392 $3,240 5.3% +10.3% $110,848

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$427K$367K$308K$248K$189K$129KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 03446 Compare?

Metric 03446 Swanzey Keene, NH New Hampshire
Home Value $400,117 $400,117 N/A $496,656
5-Year CAGR 9.3% 9.3% N/A 9.6%
Avg Rent $2,205 $2,205 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.3% 4.3% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.3%
Fair
5yr Growth
+9.3%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Keene, NH metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
37%
Days Pending
0/2
40 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $400,117
Monthly Rent $2,205
Price-to-Rent 15.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.6%
Cap Rate 4.3%
5-Year IRR 13.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +13.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +8.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +9.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.3%). 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
3.4%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+9.3%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03446

Population: 6,486

💰 Median Household Income
$78,451
This area
$78,451
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
27.9%
This area
27.9%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.2%
This area
1.2%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
25.8%
This area
25.8%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
50.9 years
This area
50.9 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.4%
This area
3.4%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.7%
Other/Mixed 5.1%
Hispanic/Latino 3.4%
Asian 0.2%
👶 Under 18
18.4%
This area
18.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
24.8%
This area
24.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.3%
This area
7.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03446

A+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
13.3:1 Avg Class Size
$22,524 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Monadnock Regional High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
445 Students
👨‍🏫
12.5:1 Class Size
💰
$22,524 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Cutler Elementary School

📚 03 – 06 School
👥
291 Students
👨‍🏫
13.2:1 Class Size
💰
$22,524 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Mt. Caesar Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
262 Students
👨‍🏫
12.6:1 Class Size
💰
$22,524 Per Student
A Very Good

Monadnock Regional Middle School

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
251 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$22,524 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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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 8 Off-Campus Students
C+
Keene State College
2,846 students · 4.6 mi
D
Antioch University-New England
967 students · 4.9 mi
C
Keene Beauty Academy
93 students · 6.2 mi
C
Franklin Pierce University
1,637 students · 13.3 mi
C
Landmark College
650 students · 13.5 mi
C
SIT Graduate Institute
640 students · 13.9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Swanzey, NH stack up for property investment?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Swanzey, NH reflects its $400K prices and $2,205/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within NH.

Is housing expensive in Swanzey, NH?

Expect median prices around $400K in Swanzey, NH. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been reliable.

Where do rents currently stand in Swanzey, NH?

Expect rents around $2,205/mo per month in Swanzey, NH. With home values at $400K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

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

Landlord-friendliness in Swanzey, NH is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

How should investors approach Swanzey, NH?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Swanzey, NH best. The market produces even-keeled results for that approach at the $400K price point.

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