Real Estate Investing in Wanaque, New Jersey (07465)

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Passaic County • Population: 5,969 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 07465 (Wanaque, NJ)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

• 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 $523,601
Avg Monthly Rent $2,610
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $112,366
% Renters 18.5%

Market Analysis: 07465 Wanaque

ZIP 07465 in Wanaque, NJ carries a healthy set of headwinds. Home values near $524K and rents of $2,610/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 07465 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

The gap between 07465 and stronger Wanaque ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

On balance, 5,969 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.

Strategy in 07465 is an operator game, not a passive one. In practical terms, entry prices of $524K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Wanaque:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 60/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.7× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,610/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 07465

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
5.2% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+9.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$155,248/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $478,465 $2,900 4.4% +8.0% $239,232
3BR $558,558 $3,540 4.6% +9.0% $186,186
4BR $620,990 $4,510 5.2% +8.9% $155,248

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$549K$487K$425K$363K$301K$239KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 07465 Compare?

Metric 07465 Wanaque New Jersey
Home Value $523,601 $515,221 $559,826
5-Year CAGR 4.1% 5.5% 8.4%
Avg Rent $2,610 $2,399 -
Cap Rate 3.9% 3.6% -
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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
3.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.1%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $523,601
Monthly Rent $2,610
Price-to-Rent 16.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.0%
Cap Rate 3.9%
5-Year IRR 7.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.9%  |  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
4.3%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.1%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 07465

Population: 5,969

💰 Median Household Income
$112,366
This area
$112,366
State
$113,906
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
18.5%
This area
18.5%
State
28.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%
This area
2.9%
State
-9.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
42.6%
This area
42.6%
State
25.9%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
47.8 years
This area
47.8 years
State
22.0 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
State
9.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 89.2%
Hispanic/Latino 6.7%
Other/Mixed 6.7%
Asian 3.2%
Black/African American 0.9%
👶 Under 18
15.5%
This area
15.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
25.2%
This area
25.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.7%
This area
1.7%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 07465

A+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
10.7:1 Avg Class Size
$31,073 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Wanaque Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
510 Students
👨‍🏫
10.5:1 Class Size
💰
$28,142 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Lakeland Regional High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
847 Students
👨‍🏫
10.9:1 Class Size
💰
$34,004 Per Student

Nearby Schools (4 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

Haskell Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
📍 973 RINGWOOD AVENUE, HASKELL
👥
373 Students
👨‍🏫
10.3:1 Class Size
💰
$28,142 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Martha B. Day Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 01 Elementary
📍 225 RAFKIND ROAD, BLOOMINGDALE
👥
205 Students
👨‍🏫
10.8:1 Class Size
💰
$43,538 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Samuel R. Donald Elementary School

📚 02 – 04 Elementary
📍 29 CAPTOLENE AVENUE, BLOOMINGDALE
👥
212 Students
👨‍🏫
10.0:1 Class Size
💰
$43,538 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Walter T. Bergen Middle School

📚 05 – 08 School
📍 225 GLENWILD AVENUE, BLOOMINGDALE
👥
222 Students
👨‍🏫
10.5:1 Class Size
💰
$43,538 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

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

8 Nearby 2,289 Off-Campus Students
B
Ramapo College of New Jersey
5,521 students · 6.8 mi
C
Lincoln Technical Institute-Mahwah
964 students · 8.1 mi
C
Eastwick College-Ramsey
929 students · 8.7 mi
C+
William Paterson University of New Jersey
9,426 students · 8.9 mi
C
Passaic County Community College
5,165 students · 11.3 mi
D
Fortis Institute-Wayne
404 students · 11.6 mi
C
Berkeley College-Woodland Park
2,007 students · 11.9 mi
B
Yeshiva Shaarei Torah of Rockland
141 students · 12.0 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,289 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Wanaque, NJ make sense for an investment property?

Wanaque, NJ scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $524K and rents near $2,610/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

What do landlords charge for rent in Wanaque, NJ?

Rents in Wanaque, NJ run near $2,610/mo. Compared with median home prices of $524K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

What type of investing works in Wanaque, NJ?

The best-fit strategy in Wanaque, NJ is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

How strong is tenant demand in Wanaque, NJ?

Tenant quality in Wanaque, NJ ranks as solid. Landlords generally report consistent occupancy at market rents of $2,610/mo.

What is the average home sale price in Wanaque, NJ?

Homes in Wanaque, NJ typically sell near $524K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which reliable long-term demand.

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