Real Estate Investing in Rollinsford, New Hampshire (03869)

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Strafford County • Population: 2,452 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 03869 (Rollinsford, NH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (61/100)

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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $530,028
Avg Monthly Rent $2,625
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $80,921
% Renters 20.2%

Market Analysis: 03869 Rollinsford

ZIP 03869 inside Strafford County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $530K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 03869 sits at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

ZIP 03869's metrics run below Strafford County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

From an investor standpoint, 2,452 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

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 Rollinsford:

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 (+3.7%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,625/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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Property Strategy for 03869

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
3.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+10.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$157,983/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $419,991 $2,010 3.4% +9.2% $209,995
3BR $518,985 $2,470 3.4% +9.7% $172,995
4BR $631,932 $2,690 3.1% +10.1% $157,983

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$559K$481K$403K$325K$247K$169KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

No data available

📊 How Does 03869 Compare?

Metric 03869 Rollinsford New Hampshire
Home Value $530,028 $530,028 $496,656
5-Year CAGR 7.0% 7.0% 9.6%
Avg Rent $2,625 $2,625 -
Cap Rate 3.9% 3.9% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.0%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $530,028
Monthly Rent $2,625
Price-to-Rent 16.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.9%
Cap Rate 3.9%
5-Year IRR 10.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +3.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.9%). 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
7.9%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.0%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 03869

Population: 2,452

💰 Median Household Income
$80,921
This area
$80,921
State
$93,430
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
20.2%
This area
20.2%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.8%
This area
2.8%
State
-6.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
38.0%
This area
38.0%
State
29.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.8 years
This area
37.8 years
State
34.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.9%
This area
7.9%
State
22.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 91.5%
Other/Mixed 6.5%
Hispanic/Latino 3.1%
Black/African American 2.0%
👶 Under 18
15.4%
This area
15.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
16.9%
This area
16.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.1%
This area
7.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 03869

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
12.7:1 Avg Class Size
$56,142 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Rollinsford Grade School

📚 K – 06 School
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146 Students
👨‍🏫
12.7:1 Class Size
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$56,142 Per Student
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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

5 Nearby 1,433 Off-Campus Students
C
Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
168 students · 2.2 mi
B
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
13,626 students · 7.5 mi
C
Great Bay Community College
1,440 students · 10.5 mi
C
Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth
61 students · 10.8 mi
C
York County Community College
1,782 students · 13.9 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,433 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Rollinsford, NH?

Rents in Rollinsford, NH run near $2,625/mo. Compared with median home prices of $530K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Rollinsford, NH?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Rollinsford, NH. The rental market absorbs $2,625/mo rents without meaningful friction.

What is the typical home price in Rollinsford, NH?

Homes in Rollinsford, NH typically sell near $530K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which predictable long-term demand.

Is Rollinsford, NH good for house hacking?

The house hack math a challenging in Rollinsford, NH. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $2,625/mo rents and $530K home values.

Are landlord laws favorable in Rollinsford, NH?

Rental owners in Rollinsford, NH deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

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