Roanoke is the highest-scoring rental market in Virginia, with a Star Score of 55/100 and a gross yield of 5.6% on a typical home value of $297,868 (September 2026 data). 4 Virginia metros rank among the top US markets tracked.
| # | Market | Home value | Rent/mo | Yield | Star Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roanoke | $297,868 | $1,400 | 5.6% | 55 |
| 2 | Virginia Beach | $371,181 | $1,886 | 6.1% | 52 |
| 3 | Lynchburg | $288,388 | $1,288 | 5.4% | 52 |
| 4 | Charlottesville | $464,132 | $2,040 | 5.3% | 42 |