Real Estate Investing in Yaphank, New York (11980)

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Suffolk County • Population: 5,138 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 11980 (Yaphank, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

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.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $564,068
Avg Monthly Rent $3,353
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $113,004
% Renters 28.5%

Market Analysis: 11980 Yaphank

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Yaphank's 11980 ZIP registers signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $564K pricing implies.

On balance, the numbers look inviting — $564K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 11980 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Regionally, 11980 sits on the difficult end of the NY spectrum. The worth a close look for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Employment concentration in 11980 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

Strategically, 11980 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 Yaphank:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 64/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $3,353/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 11980

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
5.9% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+8.6% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$167,523/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $424,748 $3,200 5.4% +6.5% $212,374
3BR $502,569 $4,150 5.9% +8.6% $167,523

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$591K$514K$436K$359K$282K$205KJun 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$3,574$3,417$3,259$3,102$2,945$2,787Jan 2022May 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 11980 Compare?

Metric 11980 Yaphank New York
Home Value $564,068 $564,068 $505,608
5-Year CAGR 6.9% 6.9% 6.6%
Avg Rent $3,353 $3,353 -
Cap Rate 4.6% 4.6% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.6%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.9%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $564,068
Monthly Rent $3,353
Price-to-Rent 14.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.1%
Cap Rate 4.6%
5-Year IRR 11.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +5.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.6%). 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
3.4%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 11980

Population: 5,138

💰 Median Household Income
$113,004
This area
$113,004
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
28.5%
This area
28.5%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.9%
This area
1.9%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
35.9%
This area
35.9%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
38.3 years
This area
38.3 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.4%
This area
3.4%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 91.1%
Other/Mixed 3.8%
Hispanic/Latino 3.4%
Black/African American 3.4%
Asian 1.7%
👶 Under 18
15.2%
This area
15.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
18.3%
This area
18.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.1%
This area
1.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 11980

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
15.0:1 Avg Class Size
$29,258 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

C E WALTERS SCHOOL

📚 K – 04 Elementary
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806 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
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$29,258 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 2,928 Off-Campus Students
C
Suffolk County Community College
20,053 students · 7.1 mi
C
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
275 students · 10.8 mi
C+
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
31 students · 11.5 mi
B+
Stony Brook University
25,865 students · 11.8 mi
C
Access Careers-Islandia
314 students · 13.4 mi
C
New York Institute of Beauty
241 students · 14.1 mi
C+
Long Island Beauty School-Hauppauge
119 students · 14.6 mi
C+
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
9 students · 14.6 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,928 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do rentals go for in Yaphank, NY?

The typical rental in Yaphank, NY commands about $3,353/mo monthly. That rent profile measured cash flow against the $564K purchase basis.

How tight is the rental market in Yaphank, NY?

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

How should investors approach Yaphank, NY?

Yaphank, NY investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($564K prices, $3,353/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

What is it like being a landlord in Yaphank, NY?

Yaphank, NY falls under NY landlord-tenant law, which is tenant-protective. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What kind of tenants rent in Yaphank, NY?

Working renters make up the core of the Yaphank, NY tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

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