Real Estate Investing in Wirtz, Virginia

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 4,530 • Franklin County

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Should you buy in Wirtz, VA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 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
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  • High vacancy: 16.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $468,445
Avg Monthly Rent $819
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Wirtz Real Estate

Across Wirtz's 1 ZIPs, the picture is muted: $468K median values, $819/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

The investment case for Wirtz is difficult to make on screen data alone. a harder case for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

Market conditions in Wirtz are soft. Days-on-market has stretched, rent growth has stalled, and the 0.0% 5-year CAGR understates how uneven the underlying ZIPs really are.

Demographics in Wirtz show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is thin relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$468,445
Avg Monthly Rent
$819
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (VA)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Roanoke, VA metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
50%
Days Pending
1/2
50 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Roanoke, VA metro
50
Days to pending
13.0%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Wirtz, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wirtz, VA

How qualified is the tenant pool in Wirtz, VA?

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

What is the typical vacancy rate in Wirtz, VA?

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

Is housing expensive in Wirtz, VA?

Typical homes in Wirtz, VA go for around $468K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% reliable price movement.

What strategy should investors use in Wirtz, VA?

In Wirtz, VA the sturdy play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $468K prices and $819/mo rents suits that approach.

Is VA a landlord-friendly state?

VA law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Wirtz inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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