The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 22922 sells for about $250,000, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.1% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 82 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $797 a month.
ZIP 22922 — Arrington
The 22922 market is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, reflecting its rural nature and limited buyer pool. Prices have softened slightly year-over-year, and the market remains a niche for those seeking affordability over convenience. Current conditions favor experienced buyers who can manage the risks associated with rural property maintenance and limited local infrastructure.
This ZIP is best suited for rural-lifestyle seekers, budget-conscious families, and those working remotely or in nearby regional hubs who prioritize space and affordability over proximity to urban amenities.
Median prices moved down 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 82 days on market with 11.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.2% · poverty 15.7% — 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 4.7%/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 4.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 22922, Nelson County VA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Arrington area remain low and are generally consistent with rural Nelson County trends, showing no significant volatility.
Schools serving the area are part of the Nelson County Public Schools system, which generally maintains modest performance ratings consistent with rural Virginia districts.
The area is subject to standard rural Virginia flood and wildfire risks; property insurance premiums are stable but reflect the rural, wooded nature of the terrain.
Economic momentum is limited, with the area primarily serving as a rural residential base for the broader Charlottesville and Lynchburg employment corridors.
Property taxes are assessed by Nelson County based on fair market value; there are no local MUD or PID special districts, and the tax structure is standard for rural Virginia.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving 30-45 minutes to reach major employment hubs in Charlottesville or Lynchburg.
The area offers significant access to outdoor recreation, including proximity to the James River, local hiking trails, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, though commercial shopping is limited.
The rental market is thin with low turnover; demand is driven by local workers and those seeking rural affordability, with limited short-term rental penetration.
The local economy is largely agricultural and service-based, with most residents commuting to larger regional employers in Charlottesville or Lynchburg.
Transportation is entirely reliant on personal vehicles, with no public transit infrastructure serving this rural ZIP code.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction within the ZIP code boundaries.
Nelson County assesses property at 100% of fair market value with periodic reassessments conducted to reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to standard county-level taxation and school district levies; no special utility or hospital districts are attached.
Property insurance is readily available, though premiums are influenced by the rural nature of the area and proximity to forested land.
Virginia is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient trustee sales following proper notice periods.
Virginia requires sellers to provide a residential property disclosure statement, though it is largely a 'caveat emptor' state regarding the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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 fishing, boating, and recreational access.
Offers extensive hiking and scenic outdoor opportunities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.