The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 24486 sells for about $350,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,057 a month.
ZIP 24486 — Weyers Cave
The housing market in 24486 remains stable with moderate price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is supported by the area's rural appeal and proximity to regional employment hubs, though limited supply continues to constrain sales volume.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with convenient access to regional employment hubs via I-81.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.0% · poverty 2.7% — 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 5.8%/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 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 24486, Augusta County VA
Crime rates in Weyers Cave are generally low, consistent with the rural character of Augusta County and significantly lower than regional urban centers.
Schools serving the area are part of the Augusta County Public Schools system, which generally maintains stable performance ratings.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including seasonal flooding in low-lying areas near the Shenandoah River and typical wind/storm exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Blue Ridge Community College and regional logistics hubs along the I-81 corridor.
Property taxes are assessed by Augusta County based on fair market value; there are no additional municipal property taxes as the area is unincorporated.
Residents primarily commute via I-81 to employment centers in Harrisonburg or Staunton, with average commute times reflecting a rural-to-suburban drive.
The area offers access to the Shenandoah River for fishing and boating, local community parks, and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains for hiking.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand from students and faculty at the nearby community college.
The economy is anchored by education, logistics, and manufacturing, with significant employment provided by the nearby community college and regional industrial parks.
The area is served by I-81 and US-11, providing critical north-south connectivity for commuters and freight.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and expansion of commercial services near the I-81 interchange.
Augusta County assesses property at 100% of fair market value with annual reviews.
Parcels are subject to Augusta County school and general service taxes; no specific MUDs are prevalent.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though coverage for flood and wind remains a standard consideration for regional homeowners.
Virginia is a non-judicial foreclosure state with a streamlined process for lenders.
Virginia is a 'caveat emptor' state, though sellers must provide a residential property disclosure statement.
Data retrieved from census.gov 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.
- Massanutten Resort4.213.8 mi
- Massanutten Indoor WaterPark4.313.8 mi
- Valley Jump Park4.59.6 mi
- Fastrax4.515.3 mi
- Escapism Escape Rooms511.6 mi
- Massanutten Resort4.213.8 mi
- King Family Vineyards4.718.5 mi
- Hazy Mountain Vineyards & Brewery4.619.2 mi
- White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard4.67 mi
- Bridgeforth Stadium4.810.7 mi
- Grand Caverns4.84.8 mi
- White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard4.67 mi
- Edith J. Carrier Arboretum4.810.4 mi
- CrossKeys Vineyards4.54.5 mi
- Regal Harrisonburg4.210.7 mi
- Frontier Culture Museum4.713.2 mi
- Explore More Discovery Museum4.811.6 mi
- Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum Visitor Center4.412.4 mi
- Melrose Caverns4.817.5 mi
- Virginia Quilt Museum4.69.6 mi
- Grand Caverns4.84.8 mi
- Blackrock Summit4.910.6 mi
- Natural Chimneys Park and Campground4.710.3 mi
- Edith J. Carrier Arboretum4.810.4 mi
- Gypsy Hill Park4.712.4 mi
- Lakeview Golf Club4.18.5 mi
- Heritage Oaks Golf Course3.911.3 mi
- Mountain Greens Golf Course4.412.6 mi
- Ingleside Golf Resort and Conference Center3.49.2 mi
- Valley Mall410.7 mi
- Shenandoah Heritage Market4.67.4 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.411.1 mi
- Overlook Produce, Bakery & Deli4.85.2 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.410.9 mi
- Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport4.227.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major regional anchor institution providing education and community resources.
Provides recreational opportunities including fishing and water access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.