Real Estate Investing in Brewerton, New York (13029)

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Onondaga County • Population: 7,594 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 13029 (Brewerton, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (71/100)

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

📈 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
  • Elevated vacancy: 9.4% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • 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

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $344,766
Avg Monthly Rent $1,251
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $91,650
% Renters 24.6%

Market Analysis: 13029 Brewerton

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Brewerton's 13029 ZIP comes in at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $345K pricing implies.

Rent of $1,251/mo on a $345K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 13029 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

The gap between 13029 and stronger Brewerton ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

A robust renter share of 25% in 13029 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Strategically, 13029 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 Brewerton:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 72/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+9.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,251/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
Syracuse, NY Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
23 days
Average time to sell
Fast
7.7%
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 Syracuse, NY metro data
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Property Strategy for 13029

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+10.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$99,471/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $226,428 $1,390 4.4% +10.8% $113,214
3BR $298,414 $1,690 4.1% +10.0% $99,471
4BR $417,001 $1,850 3.2% +10.1% $104,250
5BR $504,987 +10.2% $100,997

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$361K$314K$267K$221K$174K$127KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 13029 Compare?

Metric 13029 Brewerton Syracuse, NY New York
Home Value $344,766 $344,766 N/A $505,608
5-Year CAGR 9.1% 9.1% N/A 6.6%
Avg Rent $1,251 $1,251 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.8% 2.8% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+9.1%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Syracuse, NY metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
29%
Days Pending
0/2
23 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $344,766
Monthly Rent $1,251
Price-to-Rent 23.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.4%
Cap Rate 2.8%
5-Year IRR 12.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +9.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +9.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +9.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.8%). 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
9.4%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+9.1%
Growing
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 13029

Population: 7,594

💰 Median Household Income
$91,650
This area
$91,650
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
24.6%
This area
24.6%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.8%
This area
2.8%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
32.4%
This area
32.4%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.2 years
This area
42.2 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
9.4%
This area
9.4%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 93.3%
Other/Mixed 6.5%
Hispanic/Latino 1.9%
Asian 0.1%
👶 Under 18
26.0%
This area
26.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.9%
This area
17.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
9.3%
This area
9.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 13029

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
13.4:1 Avg Class Size
$25,971 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
393 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$25,971 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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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

8 Nearby 273 Off-Campus Students
D
National Tractor Trailer School Inc-Liverpool
282 students · 6.1 mi
D
Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North
471 students · 6.6 mi
C
Continental School of Beauty Culture-Mattydale
145 students · 8.1 mi
C
Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES
342 students · 8.9 mi
C
Pomeroy College of Nursing at Crouse Hospital
179 students · 9.7 mi
C+
St. Joseph's College of Nursing
283 students · 11.6 mi
C+
Le Moyne College
3,154 students · 12.4 mi
C+
Upstate Medical University
1,286 students · 12.6 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there empty rentals in Brewerton, NY?

Occupancy in Brewerton, NY runs predictable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $1,251/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

How much do tenants pay in Brewerton, NY?

Rents in Brewerton, NY run near $1,251/mo. Compared with median home prices of $345K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

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

The tenant pool in Brewerton, NY is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $1,251/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

What are home prices like in Brewerton, NY?

Brewerton, NY median home values land near $345K. That is reasonable territory for investors looking at $1,251/mo-per-month rentals.

Is real estate in Brewerton, NY a good investment right now?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Brewerton, NY ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $345K and rents of $1,251/mo drive the underlying numbers.

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