Real Estate Investing in New York, New York (10004)

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New York County • Population: 3,875 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 10004 (New York, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (31/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 21.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Declining values: -1.0% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $1,252,150
Avg Monthly Rent $4,866
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $232,543
% Renters 57.9%

Market Analysis: 10004 New York

The 10004 ZIP covers a section of New York that demands careful diligence. Prices near $1.3M look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

The 10004 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Nearby ZIPs in New York have seen price recovery that 10004 has not matched. New York County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Looking more closely, 3,875 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.

Strategically, 10004 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 New York:

D Needs Caution
Buy Confidence Score: 45/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
5/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $4,866/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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Property Strategy for 10004

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
2.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+3.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$848,977/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $927,419 $3,270 2.5% -2.3% $927,419
2BR $1,697,954 $3,590 1.5% +3.0% $848,977

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$1.9M$1.7M$1.5M$1.4M$1.2M$1.0MJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$5,232$4,721$4,211$3,700$3,189$2,679Jan 2017Oct 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 10004 Compare?

Metric 10004 New York New York
Home Value $1,252,150 $572,493 $505,608
5-Year CAGR N/A 1.2% 6.6%
Avg Rent $4,866 $3,425 -
Cap Rate 3.0% 3.2% -
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58% of households rent in this area, creating consistent tenant demand for landlords.

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Investability
Fair
Cap Rate
3.0%
Low
5yr Growth
-1.0%
Declining

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $1,252,150
Monthly Rent $4,866
Price-to-Rent 21.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.7%
Cap Rate 3.0%
5-Year IRR 2.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR -1.0% ▼
10-Year CAGR -3.0% ▼

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -3.2% ▼
3-Year CAGR +2.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.8% ▲
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.0%). 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
21.5%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
-1.0%
Flat
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 10004

Population: 3,875

💰 Median Household Income
$232,543
This area
$232,543
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
57.9%
This area
57.9%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.3%
This area
0.3%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
94.5%
This area
94.5%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
34.6 years
This area
34.6 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
21.5%
This area
21.5%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 57.9%
Asian 31.0%
Black/African American 5.8%
Other/Mixed 5.3%
Hispanic/Latino 1.9%
👶 Under 18
18.3%
This area
18.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
4.1%
This area
4.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.3%
This area
1.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 10004

B Avg School Grade
7 Schools
12.8:1 Avg Class Size
$28,746 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

JOHN V LINDSAY WILDCAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School Charter
👥
397 Students
👨‍🏫
17.3:1 Class Size
💰
$30,195 Per Student
B+ Above Average
👥
328 Students
👨‍🏫
9.9:1 Class Size
B+ Above Average

RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
364 Students
👨‍🏫
13.9:1 Class Size
B+ Above Average

URBAN ASSEMBLY NEW YORK HARBOR SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
498 Students
👨‍🏫
12.2:1 Class Size
B Good

NEW YORK CITY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

📚 06 – 08 Middle Charter
👥
238 Students
💰
$27,297 Per Student
B Good

MILLENNIUM HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
674 Students
👨‍🏫
16.4:1 Class Size
B Good
👥
76 Students
👨‍🏫
7.0:1 Class Size

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

Frank R Conwell School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
📍 111 BRIGHT STREET, JERSEY CITY
👥
508 Students
👨‍🏫
11.0:1 Class Size
💰
$32,533 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Rafael Cordero y Molina

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
📍 158 ERIE ST, JERSEY CITY
👥
770 Students
👨‍🏫
10.1:1 Class Size
💰
$32,533 Per Student
A+ Excellent

BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 13

📚 K – 08 School Charter
📍 80 WILLOUGHBY ST, BROOKLYN
👥
730 Students
👨‍🏫
11.8:1 Class Size
💰
$27,926 Per Student
A+ Excellent

BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL

📚 K – 05 Elementary Charter
📍 9 HANOVER PL, BROOKLYN
👥
300 Students
👨‍🏫
11.5:1 Class Size
💰
$25,728 Per Student
A+ Excellent

BROOME STREET ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School Charter
📍 121 AVE OF THE AMERICAS, NEW YORK
👥
354 Students
👨‍🏫
9.9:1 Class Size
💰
$22,775 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
D
Relay Graduate School of Education
1,911 students · 0.8 mi
D
Mildred Elley-New York Campus
1,004 students · 0.8 mi
D
The King's College
0 students · 0.9 mi
D
Metropolitan College of New York
663 students · 1.0 mi
D
Pacific College of Health and Science
678 students · 1.2 mi
C
Institute of Culinary Education
637 students · 1.3 mi
C+
Pace University
14,092 students · 1.4 mi
C
Allen School-Brooklyn
156 students · 1.4 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What do landlords charge for rent in New York, NY?

Rental rates in New York, NY average $4,866/mo. Tenant demand and $1.3M home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

How qualified is the tenant pool in New York, NY?

Tenant quality in New York, NY ranks as solid. Landlords generally report reliable occupancy at market rents of $4,866/mo.

Does New York, NY make sense for an investment property?

Our data puts New York, NY at 2.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $1.3M and rents around $4,866/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in New York, NY?

New York, NY operates under NY law, which is tenant-protective overall for landlords. Expect measured treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in New York, NY?

Vacancy in New York, NY is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $4,866/mo.

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