The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 24179 sells for about $367,688, or $148 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.7%), a market in balance. Homes take about 16 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $944 a month.
ZIP 24179 — Vinton
The housing market in 24179 is currently balanced, reflecting broader trends in the Roanoke County area with modest price appreciation. Inventory levels remain sufficient to meet demand, resulting in stable days-on-market figures. Buyers are finding a competitive but not overheated environment, supported by steady local employment.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to the amenities and employment opportunities of the greater Roanoke area.
Median prices moved up 0.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 16 days on market with 7.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
25% 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 2.6% · poverty 10.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 24179, Roanoke 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.
Schools in the Vinton area are served by the Roanoke County Public Schools district, which generally maintains a stable reputation within the region.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including localized flooding near water bodies and seasonal wind events; insurance coverage is generally available.
Vinton serves as a suburban hub for the Roanoke metropolitan area with ongoing support for small business development through local initiatives like The Advancement Foundation.
Property taxes are assessed by Roanoke County based on fair market value; the jurisdiction utilizes a standard real estate tax rate structure common to Virginia localities.
Residents primarily commute via US-24 and US-460, providing direct access to downtown Roanoke and major regional employment centers.
The area features proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway, local parks such as Vinton War Memorial Park, and various shopping districts along Pollard Street.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from local workers and families, with limited new multi-family supply keeping vacancy rates relatively low.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Roanoke metropolitan industrial mix, including healthcare, education, and regional retail services.
The area is served by a network of state highways connecting to the Roanoke regional transit infrastructure.
Development is focused on infill and small-scale commercial revitalization within the Vinton town center.
Roanoke County assesses property values annually based on market data to determine the tax base.
Parcels are subject to Roanoke County general tax levies and regional school district funding requirements.
Property insurance markets remain stable, though premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and wildfire risk assessments.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level 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.
A central community space hosting local events and recreational activities.
Provides extensive outdoor recreation and scenic access near the region.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.