Real Estate Investing in Woodstock, Maine (04219)

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Oxford County • Population: 1,228 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 04219 (Woodstock, ME)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (52/100)

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: 51.5% 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $256,183
Avg Monthly Rent $1,269
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $54,671
% Renters 12.9%

Market Analysis: 04219 Woodstock

Stepping back, ZIP 04219 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $256K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

The 04219 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Regionally, 04219 sits on the difficult end of the ME spectrum. The an appealing option for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

The demographic picture in 04219 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Woodstock averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 04219 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Woodstock:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 58/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+3.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,269/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.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$273K$237K$200K$164K$128K$92KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 04219 Compare?

Metric 04219 Woodstock Maine
Home Value $256,183 $256,183 $401,109
5-Year CAGR 4.9% 4.9% 8.6%
Avg Rent $1,269 $1,269 -
Cap Rate 3.9% 3.9% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.9%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $256,183
Monthly Rent $1,269
Price-to-Rent 16.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.9%
Cap Rate 3.9%
5-Year IRR 8.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +3.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.7% ▲

🏠 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
51.5%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Moderate

Demographics in 04219

Population: 1,228

💰 Median Household Income
$54,671
This area
$54,671
State
$66,371
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
12.9%
This area
12.9%
State
17.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%
This area
2.9%
State
-23.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
22.4%
This area
22.4%
State
3.6%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
49.4 years
This area
49.4 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
51.5%
This area
51.5%
State
32.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 97.0%
Other/Mixed 2.4%
Hispanic/Latino 1.3%
Asian 0.6%
👶 Under 18
19.2%
This area
19.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
25.8%
This area
25.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
14.9%
This area
14.9%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 04219

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
11.2:1 Avg Class Size
$19,493 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Woodstock School

📚 K – 05 Elementary
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58 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
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$19,493 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is vacancy a concern in Woodstock, ME?

Rental vacancy in Woodstock, ME is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

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

Expect median prices around $256K in Woodstock, ME. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been steady.

How much rent can I charge in Woodstock, ME?

Rents in Woodstock, ME run near $1,269/mo. Compared with median home prices of $256K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Woodstock, ME?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Woodstock, ME reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

Is Woodstock, ME a good place for real estate investing?

Yes - Woodstock, ME a 3.0/5 investability score. With $256K home prices against $1,269/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

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