Trend based on YoY growth rate. Source: Zillow ZHVI/ZORI
* Based on county median values. 35% expenses include taxes, insurance, maintenance, vacancy, and property management. Actual results vary by property.
Based on 11.72% rent-to-price ratio. Higher ratios indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Based on 4.4% YoY price growth. Moderate growth (3-8%) scores highest.
Population data not available.
Price-to-income ratio of 2.9x. Lower ratios indicate more affordable markets.
Scores are calculated using real Zillow home value and rent data, Census population data, and economic indicators. The weighted average produces the overall investment score. Markets with missing rent data use estimated values based on regional averages.
No significant challenges identified based on current data.
Halifax County in Virginia scores 81/100, ranking #2 of 1,000 US counties (top 0%). The 11.72% rent-to-price ratio exceeds the 1% rule target, suggesting strong cash flow potential. At current rates with 20% down, a median-priced property could generate approximately $159/month in cash flow.
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