Real Estate Investing in Cold Spring, New York (10516)

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Putnam County • Population: 5,607 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 10516 (Cold Spring, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (54/100)

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
3 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 11.7% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 25.1 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• 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 $745,555
Avg Monthly Rent $2,475
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $130,893
% Renters 25.2%

Market Analysis: 10516 Cold Spring

The 10516 ZIP covers a section of Cold Spring that demands careful diligence. Prices near $746K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 10516 sits at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Statewide comparisons place 10516 among NY's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

A impressive renter share of 25% in 10516 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. healthy returns are possible in 10516, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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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 Cold Spring:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 64/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+6.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,475/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 10516

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+7.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$224,116/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $581,465 $2,750 3.4% +7.2% $290,732
3BR $711,240 $3,440 3.5% +7.4% $237,080
4BR $896,464 $3,740 3.0% +7.7% $224,116

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$775K$689K$603K$516K$430K$344KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 10516 Compare?

Metric 10516 Cold Spring New York
Home Value $745,555 $745,555 $505,608
5-Year CAGR 5.9% 5.9% 6.6%
Avg Rent $2,475 $2,475 -
Cap Rate 2.6% 2.6% -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.9%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $745,555
Monthly Rent $2,475
Price-to-Rent 25.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.0%
Cap Rate 2.6%
5-Year IRR 8.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +6.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.6%). 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
11.7%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 10516

Population: 5,607

💰 Median Household Income
$130,893
This area
$130,893
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
25.2%
This area
25.2%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%
This area
2.9%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
61.1%
This area
61.1%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
48.6 years
This area
48.6 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
11.7%
This area
11.7%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 90.7%
Other/Mixed 4.5%
Black/African American 3.7%
Hispanic/Latino 3.0%
Asian 1.1%
👶 Under 18
19.9%
This area
19.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
22.5%
This area
22.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
5.0%
This area
5.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 10516

A+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
9.5:1 Avg Class Size
$32,746 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
302 Students
👨‍🏫
9.4:1 Class Size
💰
$32,746 Per Student
A+ Excellent

HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
312 Students
👨‍🏫
10.8:1 Class Size
💰
$32,746 Per Student
A+ Excellent

HALDANE MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
172 Students
👨‍🏫
8.5:1 Class Size
💰
$32,746 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

6 Nearby 72 Off-Campus Students
A
United States Military Academy
4,508 students · 5.3 mi
C+
Orange Ulster BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
72 students · 6.4 mi
C
Mount Saint Mary College
2,246 students · 7.1 mi
C
Yeshiva Ohr Naftoli
43 students · 7.5 mi
C+
Empire Beauty School-Peekskill
42 students · 11.2 mi
B
Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary
94 students · 12.8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

How do home values compare in Cold Spring, NY?

In Cold Spring, NY the median home value sits at $746K. Against the broader NY market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Cold Spring, NY?

Rental vacancy in Cold Spring, NY is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

Does Cold Spring, NY make sense for an investment property?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Cold Spring, NY ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $746K and rents of $2,475/mo drive the underlying numbers.

Is Cold Spring, NY landlord-friendly?

NY ranks as a tenant-protective state for landlord-tenant law. Cold Spring generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

How strong is tenant demand in Cold Spring, NY?

Cold Spring, NY draws a stable base of working renters. Demand at the $2,475/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

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