The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20119 sells for about $650,000, or $265 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,747 a month.
ZIP 20119 — Catlett
The housing market in 20119 is currently experiencing a period of stability with low inventory and moderate price growth. High price-to-rent ratios and elevated vacancy rates suggest a challenging environment for investors, while family buyers remain the primary demographic. Market conditions are driven by the area's rural nature and its reliance on the broader Northern Virginia employment market.
This ZIP is best suited for family buyers and individuals seeking a rural lifestyle who are comfortable with a longer commute to major employment centers, as it offers limited immediate amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.5% · poverty 7.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 20119, Fauquier County VA
Crime rates in Catlett are generally low and consistent with the rural character of Fauquier County, remaining well below regional averages for more urbanized parts of Northern Virginia.
Schools serving the area are part of the Fauquier County Public Schools system, which generally maintains solid performance ratings and a focus on community-oriented education.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including seasonal wind and storm events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near streams and requires standard insurance considerations.
Development momentum is characterized by slow, controlled growth consistent with the county's rural preservation policies, with limited large-scale commercial infrastructure projects.
Property taxes are assessed by Fauquier County based on fair market value; the jurisdiction utilizes a standard real estate tax rate with no additional municipal-level taxes as Catlett is an unincorporated community.
Commuting typically requires personal vehicle travel via Route 28 or nearby highway corridors to reach employment hubs in Manassas or the broader Northern Virginia/DC metro area.
Recreational opportunities are primarily rural, including access to local parks, equestrian trails, and open space, with limited high-density shopping or entertainment venues within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and high price-to-rent ratios, making it challenging for investors to achieve immediate cash flow; vacancy pressure is noted as elevated.
The local economy is largely driven by agriculture, small-scale local services, and a significant portion of the population commuting to professional roles in the broader Washington D.C. metro area.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicle use; there is no significant public transit infrastructure serving this rural ZIP code.
Development is strictly managed by Fauquier County's comprehensive plan, which prioritizes the preservation of rural character and limits high-density residential or commercial expansion.
The Fauquier County Commissioner of the Revenue oversees property assessments, which are conducted periodically to reflect current market values.
Parcels are subject to Fauquier County school and general government levies; no major MUD or PID districts are prevalent in this rural area.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the rural nature of the area, including fire protection ratings and potential exposure to storm-related hazards.
Net domestic migration to Virginia remains positive, though rural areas like Fauquier see more moderate growth compared to the inner-suburban Northern Virginia counties.
Virginia is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for a relatively streamlined process under the terms of a deed of trust.
Virginia is a 'caveat emptor' (buyer beware) state, though sellers are required to provide a residential property disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and data.census.gov ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides local natural scenery and recreational fishing opportunities.
Small community park serving local residents with basic outdoor space.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).