Real Estate Investing in Rockingham County, Virginia

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13 ZIP codes • Population: 57,064

Should you buy in Rockingham 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: 13.6% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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2.8/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.0% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $363,851
Avg Monthly Rent $1,265
ZIP Codes 13

Investing in Rockingham County Real Estate

Rockingham County is one of those Virginia regions where numbers warn before they reward. 13 cities, 57,064 residents, and a rating that reflects material risk.

The investment case for Rockingham County is difficult to make on screen data alone. a harder case for a 2.8 rating and cap rates that appear attractive only until real vacancy is underwritten.

A 57,064 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Rockingham a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$363,851
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,265
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (VA)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Harrisonburg, VA metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
48%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Rockingham County

1 College 1,436 Students
C
Bridgewater College
4-Year Private Β· 1,436 students

Cities in Rockingham County

ZIP Codes in Rockingham County, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rockingham County

What price range are homes in, VA?

Homes in, VA typically sell near $364K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which predictable long-term demand.

Does, VA outperform the VA average?

Compared with VA overall, is broadly in line with on price and yield. $364K homes against $1,265/mo rents drive the comparison.

How strong is, VA for real estate investors?

Our data puts, VA at 2.8/5 for investability. Home prices of $364K and rents around $1,265/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How landlord-friendly is, VA?

VA law tenant-protective for landlords, and inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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