Real Estate Investing in Coeburn, Virginia (24230)

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Wise County • Population: 7,057 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 24230 (Coeburn, VA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (75/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 27.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $121,973
Avg Monthly Rent $909
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $52,529
% Renters 24.3%

Market Analysis: 24230 Coeburn

Looking more closely, ZIP 24230 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $122K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 24230 reports the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

The gap between 24230 and stronger Coeburn ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

Demographically, 24230 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 24230 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Coeburn:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 77/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+11.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $909/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Big Stone Gap, VA Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
8.4%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Big Stone Gap, VA metro data
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Property Strategy for 24230

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
10.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+7.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$35,335/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $70,671 $1,010 10.3% +6.5% $35,335
3BR $125,411 $1,310 7.5% +7.8% $41,804
4BR $166,111 $1,560 6.8% +7.2% $41,528

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$127K$113K$100K$87K$74K$60KApr 2009Dec 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 24230 Compare?

Metric 24230 Coeburn Big Stone Gap, VA Virginia
Home Value $121,973 $117,842 N/A $403,170
5-Year CAGR 6.5% 5.2% N/A 6.4%
Avg Rent $909 $878 N/A -
Cap Rate 5.8% 5.8% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.8%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.5%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Big Stone Gap, VA metro

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

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $121,973
Monthly Rent $909
Price-to-Rent 11.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 8.9%
Cap Rate 5.8%
5-Year IRR 12.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +11.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.8%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
27.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.5%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 24230

Population: 7,057

💰 Median Household Income
$52,529
This area
$52,529
State
$80,295
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
24.3%
This area
24.3%
State
25.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.9%
This area
4.9%
State
-18.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
15.3%
This area
15.3%
State
4.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
41.8 years
This area
41.8 years
State
9.9 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
27.9%
This area
27.9%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.2%
Black/African American 3.5%
Other/Mixed 1.3%
Asian 1.0%
Hispanic/Latino 0.7%
👶 Under 18
22.2%
This area
22.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
22.5%
This area
22.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
15.0%
This area
15.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 24230

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
12.6:1 Avg Class Size
$13,544 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Coeburn Middle

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
338 Students
👨‍🏫
10.4:1 Class Size
💰
$13,544 Per Student
A Very Good

Coeburn Primary

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
443 Students
👨‍🏫
12.0:1 Class Size
💰
$13,544 Per Student
B Good

Eastside High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
394 Students
👨‍🏫
15.6:1 Class Size
💰
$13,544 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby 472 Off-Campus Students
C+
University of Virginia's College at Wise
1,911 students · 5.8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coeburn, VA suited for a house hack?

Coeburn, VA offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $909/mo rent level.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Coeburn, VA?

Vacancy risk in Coeburn, VA is elevated. That supports predictable cash flow for typical rental holds.

Are homes affordable in Coeburn, VA?

Homes in Coeburn, VA typically sell near $122K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which even-keeled long-term demand.

Are rents high in Coeburn, VA?

Investors in Coeburn, VA typically see rents near $909/mo per month against $122K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

Does Coeburn, VA favor landlords or tenants?

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

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