Real Estate Investing in Hurley, New York (12443)

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Ulster County • Population: 3,601 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 12443 (Hurley, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (65/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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
  • High vacancy: 12.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

• 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 $450,501
Avg Monthly Rent $1,548
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $104,620
% Renters 8.5%

Market Analysis: 12443 Hurley

ZIP 12443 inside Ulster County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $451K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 12443 sits at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

ZIP 12443's metrics run below Ulster County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

The 12443 ZIP's population of 3,601 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that reflects the need for careful underwriting.

New investors are better served looking at Hurley's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 12443. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Hurley:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,548/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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BALANCED MARKET
Kingston, NY Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
55 days
Average time to sell
Average
6.2%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Kingston, NY metro data
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Property Strategy for 12443

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+11.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$130,298/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $351,866 $1,720 3.5% +11.0% $175,933
3BR $419,024 $2,140 3.7% +10.4% $139,675
4BR $521,193 $2,310 3.2% +10.6% $130,298

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$471K$411K$350K$290K$230K$169KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 12443 Compare?

Metric 12443 Hurley Kingston, NY New York
Home Value $450,501 $450,501 N/A $505,608
5-Year CAGR 7.6% 7.6% N/A 6.6%
Avg Rent $1,548 $1,548 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.7% 2.7% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.6%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Kingston, NY metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
43%
Days Pending
1/2
55 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $450,501
Monthly Rent $1,548
Price-to-Rent 24.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.1%
Cap Rate 2.7%
5-Year IRR 10.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.7%). 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
12.4%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.6%
Growing
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 12443

Population: 3,601

💰 Median Household Income
$104,620
This area
$104,620
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
8.5%
This area
8.5%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.0%
This area
1.0%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
46.6%
This area
46.6%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
49.8 years
This area
49.8 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
12.4%
This area
12.4%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 88.2%
Other/Mixed 7.3%
Hispanic/Latino 5.5%
Black/African American 3.5%
Asian 0.9%
👶 Under 18
16.2%
This area
16.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
19.7%
This area
19.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.1%
This area
1.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 12443

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
9.6:1 Avg Class Size
$32,415 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL

📚 K – 04 Elementary
👥
202 Students
👨‍🏫
9.6:1 Class Size
💰
$32,415 Per Student

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

CHAMBERS SCHOOL

📚 K – 04 Elementary
📍 945 MORTON BLVD, KINGSTON
👥
312 Students
👨‍🏫
8.4:1 Class Size
💰
$32,415 Per Student
A+ Excellent

GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
📍 67 WALL ST, KINGSTON
👥
514 Students
👨‍🏫
11.9:1 Class Size
💰
$32,415 Per Student
A+ Excellent

HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL

📚 K – 04 Elementary
📍 116 MERILINA AVE, KINGSTON
👥
413 Students
👨‍🏫
10.1:1 Class Size
💰
$32,415 Per Student
A+ Excellent

JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL

📚 K – 04 Elementary
📍 107 GROSS ST, KINGSTON
👥
375 Students
👨‍🏫
9.5:1 Class Size
💰
$32,415 Per Student
A+ Excellent

J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 05 – 08 School
📍 118 MERILINA AVE EXT, KINGSTON
👥
943 Students
👨‍🏫
9.2:1 Class Size
💰
$32,415 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

3 Nearby 845 Off-Campus Students
C
Ulster County Community College
3,001 students · 6.1 mi
B
Bard College
2,922 students · 10.8 mi
B
State University of New York at New Paltz
7,420 students · 13.3 mi

Investor Insight: With 845 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly do rentals get leased in Hurley, NY?

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

Are landlord laws favorable in Hurley, NY?

The landlord environment in Hurley, NY is tenant-protective. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

How much do tenants pay in Hurley, NY?

Rents in Hurley, NY run near $1,548/mo. Compared with median home prices of $451K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Can owner-occupants cash flow in Hurley, NY?

House hacking works a challenging in Hurley, NY. Rents of $1,548/mo against $451K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

Is Hurley, NY a smart market for rental property?

Hurley, NY rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $451K and rents near $1,548/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

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