Real Estate Investing in Fries, Virginia (24330)

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Grayson County • Population: 2,870 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 24330 (Fries, VA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

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

📈 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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 28.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Lower household income: $39,060 median — tenant affordability is tighter.

• 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 $155,907
Avg Monthly Rent $819
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $39,060
% Renters 12.7%

Market Analysis: 24330 Fries

ZIP 24330 inside Grayson County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $156K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Looking more closely, the numbers look inviting — $156K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 24330 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Regionally, 24330 sits on the difficult end of the VA spectrum. The worth a close look for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Meanwhile, 2,870 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

seems to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Fries:

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× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+11.8%)
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 24330

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
5.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+11.2% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$54,136/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $114,846 $910 5.7% +11.2% $57,423
3BR $163,465 $1,260 5.5% +9.8% $54,488
4BR $216,545 $1,320 4.4% +9.9% $54,136

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$166K$145K$124K$104K$83K$62KFeb 2012May 2019Jul 2026

📊 How Does 24330 Compare?

Metric 24330 Fries Virginia
Home Value $155,907 $155,907 $403,170
5-Year CAGR 6.8% 6.8% 6.4%
Avg Rent $819 $819 -
Cap Rate 4.1% 4.1% -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.1%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.8%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $155,907
Monthly Rent $819
Price-to-Rent 15.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.3%
Cap Rate 4.1%
5-Year IRR 10.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +11.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.1%). 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
28.1%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.8%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 24330

Population: 2,870

💰 Median Household Income
$39,060
This area
$39,060
State
$80,295
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
12.7%
This area
12.7%
State
25.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.5%
This area
3.5%
State
-18.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
12.1%
This area
12.1%
State
4.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
43.1 years
This area
43.1 years
State
9.9 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
28.1%
This area
28.1%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 98.6%
Other/Mixed 1.3%
Hispanic/Latino 0.2%
Black/African American 0.1%
👶 Under 18
15.4%
This area
15.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
24.0%
This area
24.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
15.6%
This area
15.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 24330

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
9.0:1 Avg Class Size
$16,993 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Fries Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 07 School
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234 Students
👨‍🏫
9.0:1 Class Size
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$16,993 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

Should investors consider Fries, VA?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Fries, VA reflects its $156K prices and $819/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within VA.

Where do home prices stand in Fries, VA?

Fries, VA home values average about $156K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $819/mo in monthly income.

Where do rents currently stand in Fries, VA?

The typical rental in Fries, VA commands about $819/mo monthly. That rent profile reliable cash flow against the $156K purchase basis.

What approach is best for Fries, VA real estate?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Fries, VA. The numbers - $156K homes against $819/mo rents - support that play.

Do rentals sit vacant long in Fries, VA?

Expect elevated vacancy in Fries, VA. Rents at $819/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

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