Cheapest Cities in Virginia 2026 | Most Affordable Places to Buy

All Affordable Cities in Virginia

#	City	Median Price	Days on Market	Months Supply	YoY Change
1	Appalachia	$9K	301 days	4.0 mo	N/A
2	Pound	$13K	23 days	3.0 mo	N/A
3	Mechanicsburg	$15K	114 days	—	N/A
4	Abbs Valley	$19K	29 days	—	N/A
5	Narrows	$20K	117 days	10.0 mo	N/A
6	Jewell Ridge	$22K	69 days	—	N/A
7	Parrott	$23K	68 days	—	N/A
8	Doran	$30K	18 days	—	N/A
9	Schuyler	$31K	69 days	3.0 mo	N/A
10	Fieldale	$35K	44 days	3.0 mo	N/A
11	Tacoma	$35K	17 days	—	N/A
12	Riverview	$45K	15 days	—	N/A
13	Stonega	$45K	17 days	—	N/A
14	Duffield	$53K	2 days	1.0 mo	N/A
15	East Stone Gap	$55K	11 days	1.0 mo	N/A
16	Augusta Springs	$60K	192 days	—	N/A
17	Springville	$60K	17 days	—	N/A
18	Craigsville	$66K	21 days	5.0 mo	N/A
19	Lafayette	$71K	4 days	—	N/A
20	Osaka	$72K	60 days	—	N/A
21	Big Stone Gap	$76K	3 days	17.0 mo	N/A
22	Stanleytown	$78K	37 days	9.0 mo	N/A
23	Eagle Rock	$80K	74 days	2.0 mo	N/A
24	Nickelsville	$80K	164 days	—	N/A
25	Brookneal	$88K	133 days	5.5 mo	N/A
26	Pocahontas	$88K	79 days	2.0 mo	N/A
27	Newsoms	$90K	100 days	2.0 mo	N/A
28	Mendota	$90K	52 days	—	N/A
29	Pounding Mill	$91K	83 days	—	N/A
30	Coeburn	$95K	51 days	4.5 mo	N/A
31	Oak Level	$96K	141 days	1.0 mo	N/A
32	Dunbar	$103K	23 days	—	N/A
33	Draper	$103K	7 days	1.0 mo	N/A
34	Clinchport	$104K	177 days	—	N/A
35	Villa Heights	$107K	51 days	8.0 mo	N/A
36	Lyndhurst	$110K	35 days	2.0 mo	N/A
37	New River	$110K	53 days	—	N/A
38	Howardsville	$111K	19 days	—	N/A
39	Bassett	$114K	73 days	3.0 mo	N/A
40	Pembroke	$115K	3 days	—	N/A
41	Bland	$118K	165 days	—	N/A
42	Martinsville	$120K	55 days	7.6 mo	-19.2%
43	Norton	$120K	137 days	12.0 mo	N/A
44	Rocky Gap	$120K	171 days	—	N/A
45	Falls Mills	$124K	111 days	—	N/A
46	King & Queen Court House	$130K	51 days	—	N/A
47	Deerfield	$130K	215 days	1.0 mo	N/A
48	Henry Fork	$131K	26 days	2.0 mo	N/A
49	Pulaski	$133K	35 days	1.9 mo	-25.5%
50	Boissevain	$135K	281 days	—	N/A
51	Camptown	$135K	117 days	—	N/A
52	Branchville	$140K	54 days	1.0 mo	N/A
53	Disputanta	$140K	7 days	4.0 mo	N/A
54	Gretna	$141K	58 days	2.0 mo	N/A
55	Richlands	$142K	113 days	8.5 mo	N/A
56	Appomattox	$147K	54 days	3.5 mo	N/A
57	Meadow View	$150K	106 days	2.0 mo	N/A
58	Meadowview	$150K	106 days	2.0 mo	N/A
59	Pamplin City	$152K	10 days	—	N/A
60	Dungannon	$153K	143 days	—	N/A
61	Belspring	$156K	14 days	—	N/A
62	Emory	$160K	110 days	9.0 mo	N/A
63	Pearisburg	$160K	93 days	7.0 mo	N/A
64	Gate City	$164K	90 days	2.0 mo	N/A
65	Eggleston	$165K	3 days	—	N/A
66	Sandy Level	$165K	132 days	—	N/A
67	Hiltons	$167K	54 days	—	N/A
68	Bethel Manor	$169K	119 days	—	N/A
69	Damascus	$169K	5 days	8.0 mo	N/A
70	Bastian	$173K	81 days	—	N/A
71	Dooms	$175K	4 days	4.0 mo	N/A
72	Chatham	$180K	131 days	6.0 mo	N/A
73	Collinsville	$182K	47 days	4.8 mo	N/A
74	Bluefield	$184K	100 days	20.0 mo	N/A
75	Mountville	$184K	70 days	—	N/A
76	Laurel Park	$185K	75 days	—	N/A
77	Cedar Bluff	$186K	67 days	2.0 mo	N/A
78	Boykins	$188K	82 days	1.0 mo	N/A
79	Raven	$189K	122 days	1.5 mo	N/A
80	Tazewell	$192K	101 days	6.5 mo	N/A
81	Horse Pasture	$195K	35 days	7.0 mo	N/A
82	Matoaca	$195K	27 days	2.0 mo	N/A
83	Danville	$197K	52 days	4.1 mo	+43.6%
84	Sully Station	$200K	31 days	—	N/A
85	Templeton	$200K	32 days	—	N/A
86	Wise	$210K	74 days	3.3 mo	N/A
87	Buchanan	$215K	16 days	0.7 mo	N/A
88	Glen Lyn	$215K	2 days	—	N/A
89	Arrington	$218K	44 days	—	N/A
90	Huntington	$219K	54 days	3.9 mo	-48.0%
91	Madison Heights	$219K	21 days	0.9 mo	-9.1%
92	New Castle	$219K	32 days	1.0 mo	N/A
93	Belview	$220K	53 days	—	N/A
94	Waterfall	$220K	27 days	—	N/A
95	Mount Sidney	$222K	74 days	—	N/A
96	Churchville	$223K	7 days	—	N/A
97	St. Paul	$224K	261 days	2.0 mo	N/A
98	McKenney	$225K	38 days	0.2 mo	N/A
99	Roanoke	$225K	24 days	2.7 mo	-3.7%
100	Ruckersville	$225K	24 days	2.0 mo	N/A

Affordable Housing in Virginia

Looking for affordable housing in Virginia? We've ranked 100 cities by median home price to help you find budget-friendly options. The most affordable city is Appalachia with a median price of $9K.

Tips for Finding Affordable Homes

Look at smaller cities: Often have lower prices than metro areas
Consider commute times: Suburbs may offer better value
Check market trends: Some affordable areas are appreciating quickly
Work with a local agent: They know hidden gems and upcoming areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest cities to buy a house in Virginia?

The most affordable cities in Virginia are listed above, ranked by median home price. These markets offer entry points significantly below the state average, making homeownership accessible for first-time buyers, investors, and those relocating on a budget.

Is it worth buying a cheap house in Virginia?

Affordable Virginia cities can offer excellent value, especially for long-term residents and investors. Key factors to evaluate include local job market strength, school quality, crime rates, and future development plans. A local agent can help you distinguish between genuine value and areas with underlying issues.

Why are some Virginia cities so much cheaper?

Lower home prices in certain Virginia cities reflect factors like smaller population size, distance from major metro areas, limited amenities, or economic transitions. However, many affordable cities offer strong quality of life, growing economies, and appreciation potential that makes them smart buying opportunities.

What salary do I need to buy a house in Virginia's cheapest cities?

In Virginia's most affordable markets, a household income of $40,000-$60,000 may be sufficient to qualify for a mortgage, depending on the specific price point and current interest rates. Use the 28% rule: your monthly housing payment shouldn't exceed 28% of gross monthly income. A local agent and lender can pre-qualify you.

Are cheap houses in Virginia a good investment?

Affordable properties can be excellent investments, especially in Virginia cities with growing populations and economies. Look for markets with rising employment, infrastructure investment, and limited new housing supply. These factors often precede price appreciation, turning today's affordable market into tomorrow's growing one.

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