Real Estate Investing in Montgomery County, Virginia

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6 ZIP codes • Population: 89,712

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (49/100)

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

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
2.8 / 5 (45/100)

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: 13.5% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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2.8/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $309,426
Avg Monthly Rent $1,288
ZIP Codes 6

Investing in Montgomery County Real Estate

Across Montgomery County's 6 ZIPs, the picture is subdued β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

clearly Montgomery County's β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† aggregate rating reflects muted investor metrics across the board β€” soft rent growth, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth taking seriously.

A 89,712 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Montgomery a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$309,426
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,288
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (VA)
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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Montgomery County

2 Colleges 40,890 Students
B+
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
4-Year Public Β· 38,294 students
C
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
4-Year Private Β· 2,596 students

Cities in Montgomery County

ZIP Codes in Montgomery County, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Montgomery County

What are vacancy rates like in, VA?

, VA carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect measured absorption at market rents of $1,288/mo.

What strategy should investors use in, VA?

Most investors in, VA run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 2.8/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

What are home prices like in, VA?

Homes in, VA typically sell near $309K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which consistent long-term demand.

What is the tenant pool like in, VA?

, VA draws a consistent base of working renters. Demand at the $1,288/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

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