Real Estate Investing in Max Meadows, Virginia (24360)

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Wythe County • Population: 5,647 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 24360 (Max Meadows, VA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

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

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• 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 $216,787
Avg Monthly Rent $819
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $67,407
% Renters 14.9%

Market Analysis: 24360 Max Meadows

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Max Meadows's 24360 ZIP records signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $217K pricing implies.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $217K asset, 24360 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Statewide comparisons place 24360 among VA's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Employment concentration in 24360 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

Strategy in 24360 is an operator game, not a passive one. On the rental side, entry prices of $217K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Max Meadows:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 77/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+9.0%)
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 24360

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
4.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+8.5% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$65,108/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $153,974 $910 4.3% +8.2% $76,987
3BR $219,452 $1,220 4.0% +7.9% $73,151
4BR $260,432 $1,540 4.3% +8.5% $65,108

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$226K$199K$172K$145K$118K$92KFeb 2012May 2019Jul 2026

📊 How Does 24360 Compare?

Metric 24360 Max Meadows Virginia
Home Value $216,787 $216,787 $403,170
5-Year CAGR 7.2% 7.2% 6.4%
Avg Rent $819 $819 -
Cap Rate 3.0% 3.0% -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.2%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $216,787
Monthly Rent $819
Price-to-Rent 22.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.5%
Cap Rate 3.0%
5-Year IRR 10.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +9.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.0%). 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
7.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.2%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 24360

Population: 5,647

💰 Median Household Income
$67,407
This area
$67,407
State
$80,295
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.9%
This area
14.9%
State
25.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.3%
This area
3.3%
State
-18.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.3%
This area
17.3%
State
4.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
50.6 years
This area
50.6 years
State
9.9 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.1%
This area
7.1%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 98.4%
Hispanic/Latino 0.9%
Other/Mixed 0.9%
Asian 0.5%
Black/African American 0.2%
👶 Under 18
21.3%
This area
21.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
21.0%
This area
21.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.6%
This area
8.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 24360

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
11.7:1 Avg Class Size
$12,610 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Fort Chiswell High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
430 Students
👨‍🏫
10.4:1 Class Size
💰
$12,610 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Max Meadows Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
201 Students
👨‍🏫
10.1:1 Class Size
💰
$12,610 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Fort Chiswell Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
306 Students
👨‍🏫
14.7:1 Class Size
💰
$12,610 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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

1 Nearby 247 Off-Campus Students
C
Wytheville Community College
2,119 students · 9.4 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Max Meadows, VA a smart market for rental property?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Max Meadows, VA reflects its $217K prices and $819/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within VA.

What approach is best for Max Meadows, VA real estate?

The best-fit strategy in Max Meadows, VA is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

What kind of tenants rent in Max Meadows, VA?

Tenant quality in Max Meadows, VA ranks as solid. Landlords generally report predictable occupancy at market rents of $819/mo.

How much does a house cost in Max Meadows, VA?

In Max Meadows, VA the median home value sits at $217K. Against the broader VA market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

How strong are rents in Max Meadows, VA?

Investors in Max Meadows, VA typically see rents near $819/mo per month against $217K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

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