Real Estate Investing in Lacona, New York (13083)

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Oswego County • Population: 1,861 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 13083 (Lacona, 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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 16.3% 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 $195,253
Avg Monthly Rent $1,107
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $75,167
% Renters 21.6%

Market Analysis: 13083 Lacona

The 13083 ZIP covers a section of Lacona that demands careful diligence. Prices near $195K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

The investment case in 13083 is resilient only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $195K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Nearby ZIPs in Lacona have seen price recovery that 13083 has not matched. Oswego County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

A impressive renter share of 22% in 13083 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

New investors are better served looking at Lacona's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 13083. 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 Lacona:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 72/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+13.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,107/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 13083

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
6.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+7.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$55,018/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $160,425 $1,230 5.5% +6.9% $80,213
3BR $204,648 $1,570 5.5% +7.2% $68,216
4BR $220,072 $1,920 6.3% +7.4% $55,018

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$205K$177K$150K$122K$95K$67KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 13083 Compare?

Metric 13083 Lacona Syracuse, NY New York
Home Value $195,253 $195,253 N/A $505,608
5-Year CAGR 6.9% 6.9% N/A 6.6%
Avg Rent $1,107 $1,107 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
+6.9%
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 $195,253
Monthly Rent $1,107
Price-to-Rent 14.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.8%
Cap Rate 4.4%
5-Year IRR 11.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +13.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲

🏠 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
16.3%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 13083

Population: 1,861

💰 Median Household Income
$75,167
This area
$75,167
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
21.6%
This area
21.6%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.1%
This area
4.1%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.1%
This area
20.1%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
46.2 years
This area
46.2 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
16.3%
This area
16.3%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.8%
Other/Mixed 2.9%
Hispanic/Latino 1.9%
Asian 1.7%
Black/African American 0.6%
👶 Under 18
17.6%
This area
17.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
14.2%
This area
14.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
13.7%
This area
13.7%
USA
11.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly do rentals get leased in Lacona, NY?

Lacona, NY sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader NY rental market.

How does Lacona, NY rate as a rental market?

Our data puts Lacona, NY at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $195K and rents around $1,107/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How deep is the rental pool in Lacona, NY?

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

Is NY a landlord-friendly state?

NY law tenant-protective for landlords, and Lacona inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

Where do home prices stand in Lacona, NY?

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

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