Housing in South Boston, VA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$142,543
South Boston vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. South Boston is highlighted.
Median Home Value
43rd%ilemost expensive$157,300show rank
Median Rent
24th%ilemost expensive rent$756show rank
Rent Burden
72nd%ilehighest rent burden22.1%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$157,300
Median Rent
$756
Total Housing Units
3,903
Vacancy Rate
18.1%
Owner Occupied
49.5%
Renter Occupied
50.5%
Median Property Tax
$835
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$620
Housing Types
Single Family73.2%
Multi-Family22.9%
Mobile Home3.9%
The median home value in South Boston, VA is $157,300. According to Zillow, the home value index for South Boston is $142,543. The median rent is $756 per month (Census ACS). About 49.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1967. There are 3,903 total housing units.