Real Estate Investing in Antwerp, New York (13608)

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Jefferson County • Population: 1,845 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 13608 (Antwerp, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

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

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

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

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 16.0% 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $168,862
Avg Monthly Rent $1,044
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $71,932
% Renters 25.7%

Market Analysis: 13608 Antwerp

Put differently, ZIP 13608 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $169K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

The 13608 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Within NY, ZIP 13608 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Jefferson County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and sturdy enough to shape underwriting.

Looking more closely, 1,845 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Strategy in 13608 is an operator game, not a passive one. On balance, entry prices of $169K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Antwerp:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 71/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,044/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
Watertown-Fort Drum, NY Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
10.6%
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 Watertown-Fort Drum, NY metro data
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Property Strategy for 13608

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
8.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+6.9% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$41,058/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $172,173 $1,570 6.6% +4.5% $57,391
4BR $164,232 $1,920 8.4% +6.9% $41,058

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$176K$155K$133K$112K$90K$68KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 13608 Compare?

Metric 13608 Antwerp Watertown-Fort Drum, NY New York
Home Value $168,862 $168,862 N/A $505,608
5-Year CAGR 4.4% 4.4% N/A 6.6%
Avg Rent $1,044 $1,044 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.8% 4.8% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.8%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.4%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $168,862
Monthly Rent $1,044
Price-to-Rent 13.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.4%
Cap Rate 4.8%
5-Year IRR 9.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.8%). 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
16.0%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 13608

Population: 1,845

💰 Median Household Income
$71,932
This area
$71,932
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
25.7%
This area
25.7%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.4%
This area
5.4%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
11.6%
This area
11.6%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.3 years
This area
39.3 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
16.0%
This area
16.0%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 90.7%
Other/Mixed 8.3%
Hispanic/Latino 2.2%
Black/African American 1.0%
👶 Under 18
23.3%
This area
23.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
13.8%
This area
13.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.6%
This area
10.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 13608

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
9.9:1 Avg Class Size
$29,830 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

ANTWERP PRIMARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 03 Elementary
👥
157 Students
👨‍🏫
9.9:1 Class Size
💰
$29,830 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • 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

Does Antwerp, NY make sense for an investment property?

Yes - Antwerp, NY a 3.0/5 investability score. With $169K home prices against $1,044/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Antwerp, NY?

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

What do rentals go for in Antwerp, NY?

Antwerp, NY rentals go for roughly $1,044/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $169K acquisition costs.

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

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

Are homes affordable in Antwerp, NY?

Expect median prices around $169K in Antwerp, NY. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been reliable.

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