Real Estate Investing in Winchester, New Hampshire (03470)

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Cheshire County • Population: 5,038 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03470 (Winchester, NH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (57/100)

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

📈 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: 13.6% 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 $343,656
Avg Monthly Rent $1,539
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $67,130
% Renters 26.1%

Market Analysis: 03470 Winchester

Investors eyeing 03470 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $344K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

For an experienced owner, 03470 can be a a strong candidate for hunting ground — but the discount at $344K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Within NH, ZIP 03470 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Cheshire County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and healthy enough to shape underwriting.

The demographic picture in 03470 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Winchester averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

Strategically, 03470 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Winchester:

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 (+6.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,539/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
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 03470

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+12.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$95,788/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $232,438 $1,300 4.0% +11.5% $232,438
2BR $294,661 $1,710 4.2% +11.9% $147,331
3BR $342,195 $2,240 4.7% +12.0% $114,065
4BR $383,152 $2,260 4.2% +11.5% $95,788

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$361K$311K$261K$211K$161K$111KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 03470 Compare?

Metric 03470 Winchester Keene, NH New Hampshire
Home Value $343,656 $304,308 N/A $496,656
5-Year CAGR 8.9% 8.4% N/A 9.6%
Avg Rent $1,539 $1,539 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.5% 4.0% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+8.9%
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 $343,656
Monthly Rent $1,539
Price-to-Rent 18.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.4%
Cap Rate 3.5%
5-Year IRR 12.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +6.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +8.9% ▲
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: 3.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.5%). 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
13.6%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+8.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03470

Population: 5,038

💰 Median Household Income
$67,130
This area
$67,130
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
26.1%
This area
26.1%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.4%
This area
5.4%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.0%
This area
17.0%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.8 years
This area
42.8 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
13.6%
This area
13.6%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.5%
Other/Mixed 3.9%
Hispanic/Latino 2.2%
Asian 0.4%
Black/African American 0.1%
👶 Under 18
21.0%
This area
21.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
18.7%
This area
18.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
11.7%
This area
11.7%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03470

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
11.2:1 Avg Class Size
$40,799 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Winchester School

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
358 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
💰
$40,799 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

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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

5 Nearby 8 Off-Campus Students
C+
Keene State College
2,846 students · 10.7 mi
D
Antioch University-New England
967 students · 10.9 mi
C
Keene Beauty Academy
93 students · 11.8 mi
C
SIT Graduate Institute
640 students · 13.7 mi
C
Franklin Pierce University
1,637 students · 14.5 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Which investment style suits Winchester, NH?

In Winchester, NH the substantial play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $344K prices and $1,539/mo rents suits that approach.

What is the typical renter like in Winchester, NH?

Tenant demand in Winchester, NH is solid. The local workforce $1,539/mo rents across most rental classes.

Where do home prices stand in Winchester, NH?

Typical homes in Winchester, NH go for around $344K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% even-keeled price movement.

Can I house hack in Winchester, NH?

The house hack math a challenging in Winchester, NH. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $1,539/mo rents and $344K home values.

What is the investability score for Winchester, NH?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Winchester, NH reflects its $344K prices and $1,539/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within NH.

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