Real Estate Investing in Naples, Maine (04055)

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Cumberland County • Population: 3,949 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 04055 (Naples, ME)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (45/100)

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

📈 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: 40.9% 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

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $443,195
Avg Monthly Rent $2,007
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $66,635
% Renters 8.6%

Market Analysis: 04055 Naples

The 04055 ZIP covers a section of Naples that demands careful diligence. Prices near $443K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

The 04055 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

From a cash-flow lens, 04055 offers a low basis, the region around Naples has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

A sturdy renter share of 9% in 04055 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

New investors are better served looking at Naples's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 04055. 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 Naples:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 57/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,007/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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BALANCED MARKET
Portland-South Portland, ME Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
35 days
Average time to sell
Average
10.2%
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 Portland-South Portland, ME metro data
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Property Strategy for 04055

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.9% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+9.9% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$141,575/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $367,472 $2,230 4.4% +9.2% $183,736
3BR $424,726 $2,900 4.9% +9.9% $141,575

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$469K$405K$342K$278K$214K$151KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 04055 Compare?

Metric 04055 Naples Portland-South Portland, ME Maine
Home Value $443,195 $443,195 N/A $401,109
5-Year CAGR 5.9% 5.9% N/A 8.6%
Avg Rent $2,007 $2,007 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.5% 3.5% - -
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Property managers serving Cumberland County

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Port Property offers apartments for rent and commercial property management services in Portland, South Portland, and Biddeford, Maine. summary from their website

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.9%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $443,195
Monthly Rent $2,007
Price-to-Rent 18.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.4%
Cap Rate 3.5%
5-Year IRR 9.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.1% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.9% ▲

🏠 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
40.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Moderate

Demographics in 04055

Population: 3,949

💰 Median Household Income
$66,635
This area
$66,635
State
$66,371
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
8.6%
This area
8.6%
State
17.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.8%
This area
0.8%
State
-23.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
32.3%
This area
32.3%
State
3.6%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
51.2 years
This area
51.2 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
40.9%
This area
40.9%
State
32.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.6%
Other/Mixed 7.5%
Hispanic/Latino 5.6%
👶 Under 18
17.5%
This area
17.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
25.1%
This area
25.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.2%
This area
1.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 04055

A+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
10.9:1 Avg Class Size
$22,188 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Lake Region High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
519 Students
👨‍🏫
11.5:1 Class Size
💰
$22,188 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Lake Region Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
383 Students
👨‍🏫
10.2:1 Class Size
💰
$22,188 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Songo Locks School

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
257 Students
👨‍🏫
11.0:1 Class Size
💰
$22,188 Per Student
B Good

Lake Region Vocational Center

📚 Grade N Elementary Limited Data
💰
$22,188 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
C
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
1,463 students · 11.9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tenant pool like in Naples, ME?

Working renters make up the core of the Naples, ME tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

Is Naples, ME better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Naples, ME. The numbers - $443K homes against $2,007/mo rents - support that play.

Is vacancy a concern in Naples, ME?

Occupancy in Naples, ME runs even-keeled with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $2,007/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Is Naples, ME landlord-friendly?

The landlord environment in Naples, ME is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

How much should I expect to pay for a home in Naples, ME?

Naples, ME home values average about $443K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $2,007/mo in monthly income.

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