Real Estate Investing in Ewing, Virginia (24248)

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Lee County • Population: 2,330 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 24248 (Ewing, VA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (65/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

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

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 21.3% 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $133,122
Avg Monthly Rent $819
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $58,295
% Renters 15.1%

Market Analysis: 24248 Ewing

Investors eyeing 24248 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $133K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $133K asset, 24248 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Within VA, ZIP 24248 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Lee County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and robust enough to shape underwriting.

Resident income in 24248 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

New investors are better served looking at Ewing's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 24248. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Ewing:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 73/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $819/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 24248

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
6.1% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+6.5% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$50,587/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $107,871 $910 6.1% +5.2% $53,935
3BR $151,761 $1,240 5.9% +6.5% $50,587

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$143K$132K$120K$109K$97K$86KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 24248 Compare?

Metric 24248 Ewing Virginia
Home Value $133,122 $133,122 $403,170
5-Year CAGR 3.5% 3.5% 6.4%
Avg Rent $819 $819 -
Cap Rate 4.8% 4.8% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.8%
Fair
5yr Growth
+3.5%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $133,122
Monthly Rent $819
Price-to-Rent 13.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.4%
Cap Rate 4.8%
5-Year IRR 8.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +3.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.8%). 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
21.3%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.5%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 24248

Population: 2,330

💰 Median Household Income
$58,295
This area
$58,295
State
$80,295
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
15.1%
This area
15.1%
State
25.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.6%
This area
1.6%
State
-18.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
11.2%
This area
11.2%
State
4.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
47.8 years
This area
47.8 years
State
9.9 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
21.3%
This area
21.3%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.7%
Other/Mixed 3.6%
Hispanic/Latino 1.9%
Black/African American 1.7%
👶 Under 18
11.4%
This area
11.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
14.6%
This area
14.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
11.4%
This area
11.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 24248

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
11.7:1 Avg Class Size
$16,581 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Elydale Middle

📚 05 – 07 School
👥
137 Students
👨‍🏫
10.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,581 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Thomas Walker High

📚 08 – 12 High School
👥
283 Students
👨‍🏫
12.7:1 Class Size
💰
$16,581 Per Student
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Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

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

3 Nearby
C+
Lincoln Memorial University
5,805 students · 9.1 mi
D
Sandra Academy of Salon Services
73 students · 13.3 mi
C
Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
159 students · 14.0 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home sale price in Ewing, VA?

Expect median prices around $133K in Ewing, VA. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been predictable.

Is Ewing, VA better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

For Ewing, VA, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

How strong is tenant demand in Ewing, VA?

Working renters make up the core of the Ewing, VA tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

Are there empty rentals in Ewing, VA?

Ewing, VA sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader VA rental market.

Is VA a landlord-friendly state?

Landlord-friendliness in Ewing, VA is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

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