Real Estate Investing in Scott County, Virginia

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7 ZIP codes • Population: 21,606

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
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3.1 / 5 (54/100)

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: 24.3% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.1/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.0% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $167,397
Avg Monthly Rent $873
ZIP Codes 7

Investing in Scott County Real Estate

Across Scott County's 7 ZIPs, the picture is muted β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

A 3.1 rating and a 0.0% 5-year CAGR are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting. Scott County sits firmly in that category.

Distressed-leaning demographics in Scott β€” soft income growth, high rent burden, population shifts β€” are among the reasons the β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† rating sits where it does.

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Avg Home Value
$167,397
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (VA)
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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Scott County

1 College 32 Students
C+
Crown Cutz Academy Bristol
Vocational For-Profit Β· 32 students

Cities in Scott County

ZIP Codes in Scott County, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scott County

How expensive is real estate in, VA?

The median home value in, VA is roughly $167K. That puts it reasonable relative to the VA statewide average.

How quickly do rentals get leased in, VA?

, VA carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect even-keeled absorption at market rents of $873/mo.

Are renters plentiful in, VA?

, VA draws a reliable base of working renters. Demand at the $873/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

What do rentals go for in, VA?

Average rent in, VA is approximately $873/mo per month. Against $167K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

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