Real Estate Investing in Redwood, New York (13679)

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Jefferson County • Population: 1,169 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 13679 (Redwood, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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: 67.8% 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 $226,583
Avg Monthly Rent $1,044
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $93,250
% Renters 6.1%

Market Analysis: 13679 Redwood

This part of Jefferson County is not an easy win. The 13679 ZIP stands at softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

The 13679 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

ZIP 13679's metrics run below Jefferson County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

Meanwhile, 1,169 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.

The right play in 13679 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Redwood:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 75/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.7%)
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 13679

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
6.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+8.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$54,347/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $210,157 $1,160 4.0% +8.0% $105,079
3BR $242,855 $1,570 4.7% +6.3% $80,952
4BR $217,389 $1,920 6.4% +5.6% $54,347

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$235K$210K$184K$158K$133K$107KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 13679 Compare?

Metric 13679 Redwood Watertown-Fort Drum, NY New York
Home Value $226,583 $226,583 N/A $505,608
5-Year CAGR 5.2% 5.2% N/A 6.6%
Avg Rent $1,044 $1,044 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.6% 3.6% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.2%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $226,583
Monthly Rent $1,044
Price-to-Rent 18.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.5%
Cap Rate 3.6%
5-Year IRR 8.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.6%). 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
67.8%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.2%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 13679

Population: 1,169

💰 Median Household Income
$93,250
This area
$93,250
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
6.1%
This area
6.1%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.2%
This area
1.2%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
31.7%
This area
31.7%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
38.1 years
This area
38.1 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
67.8%
This area
67.8%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.7%
Other/Mixed 2.9%
Asian 1.4%
Hispanic/Latino 1.2%
👶 Under 18
21.3%
This area
21.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.1%
This area
17.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.8%
This area
3.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are homes affordable in Redwood, NY?

Redwood, NY home values average about $227K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,044/mo in monthly income.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Redwood, NY?

For rental operators, Redwood, NY rates as tenant-protective. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Redwood, NY?

Average rent in Redwood, NY is approximately $1,044/mo per month. Against $227K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

Is Redwood, NY a smart market for rental property?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Redwood, NY reflects its $227K prices and $1,044/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within NY.

Is the tenant base reliable in Redwood, NY?

Tenant demand in Redwood, NY is solid. The local workforce $1,044/mo rents across most rental classes.

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