Real Estate Investing in Fancy Gap, Virginia (24328)

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Carroll County • Population: 1,724 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 24328 (Fancy Gap, VA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (52/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 44.8% 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

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $239,306
Avg Monthly Rent $891
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $52,857
% Renters 5.2%

Market Analysis: 24328 Fancy Gap

ZIP 24328 in Fancy Gap, VA carries a notable set of headwinds. Home values near $239K and rents of $891/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

Rent of $891/mo on a $239K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 24328 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

Within VA, ZIP 24328 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Carroll County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and sturdy enough to shape underwriting.

A durable renter share of 5% in 24328 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. healthy returns are possible in 24328, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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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 Fancy Gap:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.7%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $891/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.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$249K$223K$196K$169K$142K$115KFeb 2009Nov 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 24328 Compare?

Metric 24328 Fancy Gap Virginia
Home Value $239,306 $239,306 $403,170
5-Year CAGR 5.7% 5.7% 6.4%
Avg Rent $891 $891 -
Cap Rate 2.9% 2.9% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.7%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $239,306
Monthly Rent $891
Price-to-Rent 22.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.5%
Cap Rate 2.9%
5-Year IRR 8.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.9%). 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
44.8%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.7%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 24328

Population: 1,724

💰 Median Household Income
$52,857
This area
$52,857
State
$80,295
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
5.2%
This area
5.2%
State
25.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.1%
This area
2.1%
State
-18.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
23.2%
This area
23.2%
State
4.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
65.1 years
This area
65.1 years
State
9.9 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
44.8%
This area
44.8%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 97.5%
Other/Mixed 2.6%
Hispanic/Latino 1.9%
👶 Under 18
14.4%
This area
14.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
50.6%
This area
50.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.7%
This area
7.7%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 24328

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
13.7:1 Avg Class Size
$14,886 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Fancy Gap Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
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131 Students
👨‍🏫
13.7:1 Class Size
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$14,886 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical home price in Fancy Gap, VA?

Homes in Fancy Gap, VA typically sell near $239K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which consistent long-term demand.

Which investment style suits Fancy Gap, VA?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Fancy Gap, VA best. The market produces predictable results for that approach at the $239K price point.

Is real estate in Fancy Gap, VA a good investment right now?

Fancy Gap, VA rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $239K and rents near $891/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

How landlord-friendly is Fancy Gap, VA?

The landlord environment in Fancy Gap, VA is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

Are renters plentiful in Fancy Gap, VA?

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

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