Tick Ridge, Hurley, VA
Tick Ridge — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Tick Ridge, Hurley, Virginia. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB) licensing database.
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Tick Ridge Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Tick Ridge is a quiet, residential neighborhood nestled in the scenic mountains of Hurley, Virginia. It offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere while remaining a short drive from the amenities of larger towns.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing market in Tick Ridge features primarily single-family homes, often on larger, wooded lots. With a median home value of $184,400, it represents an affordable entry point into the beauty of Buchanan County.
Schools & Education
Students in Tick Ridge are served by the Buchanan County Public Schools system. The neighborhood's rural setting means schools are community-focused, with Hurley Elementary/Middle and Hurley High School being the primary institutions.
Parks & Recreation
Outdoor recreation is centered on the natural landscape, with hiking, hunting, and fishing readily accessible in the surrounding Appalachian foothills. The nearby Breaks Interstate Park, known as the "Grand Canyon of the South," offers stunning vistas and trails.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily conveniences and dining are found in the small commercial hub of Hurley, featuring local staples and family-owned stores. For more variety, residents often drive to nearby towns like Grundy or across the state line into Kentucky.
Who Lives Here
Tick Ridge is home to a mix of multi-generational families and newer residents drawn to the area's tranquility. The reported median household income of $77,276 suggests a stable, working- to middle-class community.
Tick Ridge Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $184K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $645/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $77K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 85.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 19.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 45784 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Tick Ridge, Hurley
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18