Real Estate Investing in Northampton County, Virginia

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 7,927

Should you buy in Northampton County, 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.

πŸ“ˆ 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: 29.9% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.7% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $307,362
Avg Monthly Rent $842
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Northampton County Real Estate

Northampton County (VA) covers 2 ZIPs and 2 municipalities. firmly the fundamentals here skew distressed, and both rent and price trends have been lackluster across most of the geography.

The investment case for Northampton County is difficult to make on screen data alone. less favorable for a 3.0 rating and cap rates that appear attractive only until real vacancy is underwritten.

Population dynamics in Northampton haven't been supportive. less favorable for combined with thin income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Avg Home Value
$307,362
Avg Monthly Rent
$842
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (VA)
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Cities in Northampton County

ZIP Codes in Northampton County, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Northampton County

What kind of market is, VA for investors?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, VA ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $307K and rents of $842/mo drive the underlying numbers.

What are rental rates like in, VA?

Expect rents around $842/mo per month in, VA. With home values at $307K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

How tight is the rental market in, VA?

Occupancy in, VA runs reliable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $842/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

How deep is the rental pool in, VA?

, VA offers a measured renter base at the $842/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

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