Real Estate Investing in Hewlett, New York (11557)

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Nassau County • Population: 8,503 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 11557 (Hewlett, NY)? 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
2 flags
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 33.3 — 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 $1,021,099
Avg Monthly Rent $2,556
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $162,266
% Renters 10.8%

Market Analysis: 11557 Hewlett

ZIP 11557 inside Nassau County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $1.0M — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 11557 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Statewide comparisons place 11557 among NY's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Looking more closely, 8,503 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.

trends toward the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Hewlett:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 59/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,556/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 11557

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+9.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$255,868/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $807,224 $3,690 3.3% +5.7% $269,075
4BR $1,023,470 $3,900 2.7% +6.7% $255,868
5BR $1,731,136 +9.3% $346,227

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$1.1M$944K$827K$709K$592K$474KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 11557 Compare?

Metric 11557 Hewlett New York
Home Value $1,021,099 $1,021,099 $505,608
5-Year CAGR 5.1% 5.1% 6.6%
Avg Rent $2,556 $2,556 -
Cap Rate 2.0% 2.0% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.1%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $1,021,099
Monthly Rent $2,556
Price-to-Rent 33.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.0%
Cap Rate 2.0%
5-Year IRR 7.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.1% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.0%). 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
6.4%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.1%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 11557

Population: 8,503

💰 Median Household Income
$162,266
This area
$162,266
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
10.8%
This area
10.8%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.9%
This area
1.9%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
67.4%
This area
67.4%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.1 years
This area
40.1 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
6.4%
This area
6.4%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 73.9%
Asian 10.3%
Other/Mixed 8.8%
Black/African American 7.0%
Hispanic/Latino 6.7%
👶 Under 18
26.3%
This area
26.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
18.1%
This area
18.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.2%
This area
2.2%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 11557

A+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
9.7:1 Avg Class Size
$47,311 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

FRANKLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

📚 Pre-K – 01 Elementary
👥
401 Students
👨‍🏫
9.5:1 Class Size
💰
$47,311 Per Student
A+ Excellent

HEWLETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 02 – 05 Elementary
👥
411 Students
👨‍🏫
9.3:1 Class Size
💰
$47,311 Per Student
A+ Excellent

WOODMERE MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
658 Students
👨‍🏫
9.5:1 Class Size
💰
$47,311 Per Student
A+ Excellent

GEORGE W HEWLETT HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
1,013 Students
👨‍🏫
10.6:1 Class Size
💰
$47,311 Per Student

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 1835 CENTRAL AVE, VALLEY STREAM
👥
400 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
💰
$26,619 Per Student
A+ Excellent

BROOKLYN AVENUE SCHOOL

📚 K – 06 School
📍 24 BROOKLYN AVE, VALLEY STREAM
👥
358 Students
👨‍🏫
11.8:1 Class Size
💰
$32,306 Per Student
A+ Excellent

DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
📍 49 DAVISON AVE, LYNBROOK
👥
371 Students
👨‍🏫
10.8:1 Class Size
💰
$37,026 Per Student
A+ Excellent

EAST ROCKAWAY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 12 High School
📍 443 OCEAN AVE, EAST ROCKAWAY
👥
577 Students
👨‍🏫
10.1:1 Class Size
💰
$42,833 Per Student
A+ Excellent

FOREST ROAD SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 16 FOREST RD, VALLEY STREAM
👥
336 Students
👨‍🏫
11.5:1 Class Size
💰
$27,792 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby
C
Sh'or Yoshuv Rabbinical College
151 students · 3.4 mi
C
Rabbinical College of Long Island
161 students · 3.7 mi
C+
Yeshiva of Far Rockaway Derech Ayson Rabbinical Seminary
57 students · 3.7 mi
C
Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid
183 students · 4.2 mi
C
Yeshiva Zichron Aryeh
36 students · 4.4 mi
C+
Molloy College
4,970 students · 4.8 mi
C
Long Island Beauty School-Hempstead
47 students · 5.9 mi
C
Barber & Beauty Institute of New York
28 students · 5.9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hewlett, NY a smart market for rental property?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Hewlett, NY reflects its $1.0M prices and $2,556/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within NY.

What is the typical rental rate in Hewlett, NY?

The typical rental in Hewlett, NY commands about $2,556/mo monthly. That rent profile steady cash flow against the $1.0M purchase basis.

Is it easy to find good tenants in Hewlett, NY?

The renter base in Hewlett, NY is reasonable for the $2,556/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields consistent tenants.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Hewlett, NY?

Vacancy risk in Hewlett, NY is elevated. That supports predictable cash flow for typical rental holds.

Does house hacking make sense in Hewlett, NY?

House hacking works a tougher in Hewlett, NY. Rents of $2,556/mo against $1.0M acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

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