Real Estate Investing in Ronda, North Carolina (28670)

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Wilkes County • Population: 2,173 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 28670 (Ronda, NC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (66/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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
  • Elevated vacancy: 11.1% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

• 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 $213,225
Avg Monthly Rent $837
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $48,641
% Renters 22.9%

Market Analysis: 28670 Ronda

This part of Wilkes County is not an easy win. The 28670 ZIP registers softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $213K asset, 28670 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

The gap between 28670 and stronger Ronda ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

A sturdy renter share of 23% in 28670 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

The right play in 28670 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Ronda:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 65/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+13.7%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $837/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
North Wilkesboro, NC Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
5.7%
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 North Wilkesboro, NC metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$227K$200K$174K$147K$121K$94KDec 2015Apr 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 28670 Compare?

Metric 28670 Ronda North Wilkesboro, NC North Carolina
Home Value $213,225 $213,225 N/A $330,565
5-Year CAGR 6.9% 6.9% N/A 7.8%
Avg Rent $837 $837 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.1% 3.1% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.1%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.9%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on North Wilkesboro, NC metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
3/3
79%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $213,225
Monthly Rent $837
Price-to-Rent 21.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.7%
Cap Rate 3.1%
5-Year IRR 9.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +13.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.1%). 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
11.1%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 28670

Population: 2,173

💰 Median Household Income
$48,641
This area
$48,641
State
$63,256
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
22.9%
This area
22.9%
State
27.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.8%
This area
1.8%
State
-19.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
9.4%
This area
9.4%
State
0.5%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
50.5 years
This area
50.5 years
State
6.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
11.1%
This area
11.1%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 90.1%
Other/Mixed 6.2%
Hispanic/Latino 4.8%
Black/African American 2.0%
Asian 1.8%
👶 Under 18
15.9%
This area
15.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
19.0%
This area
19.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
9.2%
This area
9.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 28670

B Avg School Grade
3 Schools
16.5:1 Avg Class Size
$12,482 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

East Wilkes High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
489 Students
👨‍🏫
17.4:1 Class Size
💰
$12,482 Per Student
B Good

East Wilkes Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
361 Students
👨‍🏫
15.5:1 Class Size
💰
$12,482 Per Student
B Good

Ronda-Clingman Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
328 Students
👨‍🏫
16.7:1 Class Size
💰
$12,482 Per Student
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What approach is best for Ronda, NC real estate?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Ronda, NC. The numbers - $213K homes against $837/mo rents - support that play.

How much is rent in Ronda, NC?

Rents in Ronda, NC run near $837/mo. Compared with median home prices of $213K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

What is the typical vacancy rate in Ronda, NC?

Occupancy in Ronda, NC runs stable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $837/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Is Ronda, NC good for landlords?

For rental operators, Ronda, NC rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

Is it easy to find good tenants in Ronda, NC?

The renter base in Ronda, NC is reasonable for the $837/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields consistent tenants.

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