Real Estate Investing in Littleton, New Hampshire (03561)

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Grafton County • Population: 6,031 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03561 (Littleton, NH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (54/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 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
  • High vacancy: 14.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $361,784
Avg Monthly Rent $1,895
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $50,881
% Renters 47.4%

Market Analysis: 03561 Littleton

This part of Grafton County is not an easy win. The 03561 ZIP reports softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

The 03561 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 03561 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Grafton County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and significant enough to shape underwriting.

A durable renter share of 47% in 03561 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

seems 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 Littleton:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 62/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 7.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+3.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,895/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 03561

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.6% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+11.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$104,187/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $297,930 $1,370 3.3% +11.4% $148,965
3BR $365,357 $1,820 3.6% +10.8% $121,786
4BR $416,749 $1,900 3.3% +10.8% $104,187

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$382K$330K$277K$225K$172K$120KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

No data available

📊 How Does 03561 Compare?

Metric 03561 Littleton Lebanon, NH-VT New Hampshire
Home Value $361,784 $361,784 N/A $496,656
5-Year CAGR 7.3% 7.3% N/A 9.6%
Avg Rent $1,895 $1,895 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.1% 4.1% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

A healthy rental market with 47% renter-occupied households ensures tenant availability.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.1%
Fair
5yr Growth
+7.3%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $361,784
Monthly Rent $1,895
Price-to-Rent 15.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.3%
Cap Rate 4.1%
5-Year IRR 11.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +3.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.1%). 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
14.1%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.3%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03561

Population: 6,031

💰 Median Household Income
$50,881
This area
$50,881
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
47.4%
This area
47.4%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.3%
This area
2.3%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
26.8%
This area
26.8%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
43.9 years
This area
43.9 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
14.1%
This area
14.1%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.6%
Other/Mixed 6.6%
Hispanic/Latino 3.5%
Asian 0.7%
👶 Under 18
16.5%
This area
16.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
22.4%
This area
22.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.9%
This area
10.9%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03561

B+ Avg School Grade
5 Schools
8.9:1 Avg Class Size
$26,509 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Mildred C. Lakeway School

📚 K – 06 School
👥
314 Students
👨‍🏫
8.7:1 Class Size
💰
$26,509 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Littleton High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
204 Students
👨‍🏫
8.2:1 Class Size
💰
$26,509 Per Student
A Very Good

Daisy Bronson Junior High School

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
87 Students
👨‍🏫
9.9:1 Class Size
💰
$26,509 Per Student
C+ Average

North Country Charter Academy (H)

📚 09 – 12 High School Charter
👥
27 Students
👨‍🏫
9.0:1 Class Size
C Below Average

North Country Charter Academy (M)

📚 07 – 08 Middle Charter Limited Data
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do home values compare in Littleton, NH?

Littleton, NH home values average about $362K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,895/mo in monthly income.

Are tenants stable in Littleton, NH?

The renter base in Littleton, NH is reasonable for the $1,895/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields predictable tenants.

What is the average monthly rent in Littleton, NH?

Rental rates in Littleton, NH average $1,895/mo. Tenant demand and $362K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

How landlord-friendly is Littleton, NH?

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

What is the investability score for Littleton, NH?

Littleton, NH rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $362K and rents near $1,895/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

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