Real Estate Investing in Mooers, New York (12958)

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Clinton County • Population: 1,650 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 12958 (Mooers, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 23.3% 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

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $194,620
Avg Monthly Rent $1,089
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $64,271
% Renters 7.8%

Market Analysis: 12958 Mooers

This part of Clinton County is not an easy win. The 12958 ZIP clocks in at softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 12958 sits at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Within NY, ZIP 12958 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Clinton County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and durable enough to shape underwriting.

The 12958 ZIP's population of 1,650 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that registers the need for careful underwriting.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. durable returns are possible in 12958, 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 Mooers:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+12.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,089/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Plattsburgh, NY Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
9.6%
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 Plattsburgh, NY metro data
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Property Strategy for 12958

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
6.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+6.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$48,980/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $129,802 $1,210 6.7% +4.6% $64,901
3BR $186,748 $1,450 5.6% +6.4% $62,249
4BR $195,922 $1,600 5.9% +5.3% $48,980

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$203K$179K$155K$131K$107K$84KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 12958 Compare?

Metric 12958 Mooers Plattsburgh, NY New York
Home Value $194,620 $194,620 N/A $505,608
5-Year CAGR 5.5% 5.5% N/A 6.6%
Avg Rent $1,089 $1,089 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.4% 4.4% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.4%
Fair
5yr Growth
+5.5%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Plattsburgh, NY metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
72%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $194,620
Monthly Rent $1,089
Price-to-Rent 14.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.7%
Cap Rate 4.4%
5-Year IRR 9.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +12.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.4%). 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
23.3%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.5%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 12958

Population: 1,650

💰 Median Household Income
$64,271
This area
$64,271
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
7.8%
This area
7.8%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
22.0%
This area
22.0%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.4 years
This area
44.4 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
23.3%
This area
23.3%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 100.0%
👶 Under 18
19.2%
This area
19.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.3%
This area
20.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
13.0%
This area
13.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 12958

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
13.5:1 Avg Class Size
$35,646 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

MOOERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
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326 Students
👨‍🏫
13.5:1 Class Size
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$35,646 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there empty rentals in Mooers, NY?

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

What do rentals go for in Mooers, NY?

Mooers, NY rentals go for roughly $1,089/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $195K acquisition costs.

What is the smart move for investors in Mooers, NY?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Mooers, NY. With home values at $195K and rents near $1,089/mo, other strategies can work but produce predictable rather than outsized returns.

How strict are landlord regulations in Mooers, NY?

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

Is housing expensive in Mooers, NY?

Typical homes in Mooers, NY go for around $195K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% stable price movement.

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