Ruther Glen, VA—22546
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Ruther Glen, VA
Ruther Glen, VA lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $334,000 | 0.7% |
| Single Family | $334,000 | 0.9% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $283,000 | 0.0% |
3 Bed | $331,000 | 1.2% |
4 Bed | $411,000 | 2.5% |
| 5 Bed | $454,000 | 1.6% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Ruther Glen, VA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Ruther Glen, VA is $2,110, with a year-over-year rent change of 2.4%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Ruther Glen, VA is 2-bedrooms: $1,620, 3-bedrooms: $2,020, 4-bedrooms: $2,550. The most common rental property sizes in Ruther Glen, VA are 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom, accounting for 42.3% and 36.0% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $2,040 | $2,110 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,280 | $1,620 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $2,040 | $2,020 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $2,500 | $2,550 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Ruther Glen, VA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Ruther Glen, VA is 35. This is a decrease of -9.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market shorter than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 23.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $369,000 | -7.0% |
Listing Count | 97 | 3.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 1.3% | 3.0% |
Days on Market | 35 | -9.0% |
Demographics — Ruther Glen, VA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Ruther Glen, VA has a population of 17,900, which has increased by 9.9% over the past 5 years. Ruther Glen, VA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 25.0% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 23.9% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are some residents working remotely, with 10.0% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 17,900 | 9.9% |
% Under 18 | 25.0% | -7.7% |
% Seniors | 14.8% | 12.1% |
% WFH | 10.0% | 426.3% |
% w/ College Degree | 23.9% | 18.3% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Ruther Glen, VA is a predominantly white area, with 58.1% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 11.6% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Ruther Glen, VA is black, making up 27.8% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 5.3% of the population in Ruther Glen, VA, and this percentage has increased by 120.8% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 58.1% | -11.6% |
% Black | 27.8% | -2.1% |
% Hispanic | 8.1% | 211.5% |
% Asian | 1.5% | 87.5% |
% Foreign Born | 5.3% | 120.8% |
Mortgage and Risk — Ruther Glen, VA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 642 mortgage originations in Ruther Glen, VA, of which 54.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 71.0%, with 48.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Ruther Glen, VA. Investor activity is low, as 1.0% of loans were by investors. 12.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 642 |
% Conventional Loans | 54.0% |
% Government Loans | 46.0% |
% Investor Loans | 1.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 12.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Ruther Glen, VA
Ruther Glen, VA lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 7 |
Total Units Section 8 | 6 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 0.8% |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,420 |
| 2 Bedroom | $320 | $1,280 | $1,600 |
| 3 Bedroom | $0 | $2,040 | $2,040 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$20 | $2,500 | $2,480 |
Affordability — Ruther Glen, VA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.5 |
| Median Home Price | $334,000 |
| Median Household Income | $89,100 |