Real Estate Investing in Wainscott, New York (11975)

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Suffolk County • Population: 423 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 11975 (Wainscott, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (26/100)

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: 69.0% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 47.3 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely.

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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 $3,194,485
Avg Monthly Rent $5,625
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income N/A
% Renters 4.7%

Market Analysis: 11975 Wainscott

From an investor standpoint, ZIP 11975 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $3.2M median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Rent of $5,625/mo on a $3.2M basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 11975 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

In the broader NY picture, 11975 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

A robust renter share of 5% in 11975 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

looks to 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 Wainscott:

Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost × the median income
Value Trend
Declining (-2.7%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $5,625/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)

$3.7M$3.3M$2.9M$2.4M$2.0M$1.6MJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$5,653$5,572$5,491$5,410$5,329$5,247Mar 2026Apr 2026Apr 2026

📊 How Does 11975 Compare?

Metric 11975 Wainscott New York
Home Value $3,194,485 $3,194,485 $505,608
5-Year CAGR 1.6% 1.6% 6.6%
Avg Rent $5,625 $5,625 -
Cap Rate 1.4% 1.4% -
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Investability
Fair
Cap Rate
1.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+1.6%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $3,194,485
Monthly Rent $5,625
Price-to-Rent 47.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.1%
Cap Rate 1.4%
5-Year IRR 3.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year -2.7% ▼
3-Year CAGR -2.0% ▼
5-Year CAGR +1.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +2.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.4%). 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
69.0%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+1.6%
Flat
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 11975

Population: 423

💰 Median Household Income
N/A
🏠 Renter Occupied
4.7%
This area
4.7%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
60.5%
This area
60.5%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
55.0 years
This area
55.0 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
69.0%
This area
69.0%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 76.5%
Other/Mixed 15.5%
Black/African American 6.3%
Asian 1.6%
Hispanic/Latino 0.7%
👶 Under 18
9.6%
This area
9.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
31.5%
This area
31.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.6%
This area
10.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 11975

B Avg School Grade
1 Schools
7.1:1 Avg Class Size

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

WAINSCOTT SCHOOL

📚 K – 04 Elementary
👥
22 Students
👨‍🏫
7.1:1 Class Size

Nearby Schools (1 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A Very Good

SAGAPONACK SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 03 Elementary
📍 400 MAIN ST, SAGAPONACK
👥
15 Students
👨‍🏫
5.8:1 Class Size
💰
$118,692 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wainscott, NY good for landlords?

Rental owners in Wainscott, NY deal with a tenant-protective legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Wainscott, NY?

House hacking works a tougher in Wainscott, NY. Rents of $5,625/mo against $3.2M acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

What is the average home sale price in Wainscott, NY?

Wainscott, NY home values average about $3.2M. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $5,625/mo in monthly income.

Should investors consider Wainscott, NY?

Wainscott, NY stands at an investability rating of 2.0/5, with median home values near $3.2M and average rents around $5,625/mo. That combination puts it in the durable tier for investor interest.

How strong is the working-renter base in Wainscott, NY?

Tenant quality in Wainscott, NY ranks as solid. Landlords generally report reliable occupancy at market rents of $5,625/mo.

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