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Bellwood

Pop. 7,907·65th most expensive in Virginia·Rental market data updated monthly for Bellwood, VA
Median rent (all units)
$1,658/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+3.3%
vs US Median
-$307
Rising (Monthly)
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Bellwood · $1,658
More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
42% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,658/mo, rent takes about 42% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$66,000/yr
Local median income
$47,781/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bellwood's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$809
2 BR
$1,008
3 BR
$1,324
Research median
$1,008/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,896/yr
At $1,658/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bellwood, VA is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 14% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,907
Median income
$47,781
Median age
33.3
Renters
56.1%
Age distribution
29.1%
23.5%
22.7%
13.6%
Under 1829.1%
18–3423.5%
35–5422.7%
55–6411.1%
65+13.6%
Gender
44.8%
55.2%
Male44.8%
Female55.2%
Race & ethnicity
37%
28.7%
30%
White37%
Black28.7%
Hispanic30%
Asian2.6%
Other1.7%
Education (25+)
21.6%
32.1%
32.2%
14%
No HS diploma21.6%
HS diploma32.1%
Some college32.2%
Bachelor's+14%
Housing tenure
43.9%
56.1%
Owner43.9%
Renter56.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Bellwood, VA has changed in 5 years

Income
$44,872 → $47,781
up 6.5%
Population
8,138 → 7,907
down 2.8%
Renter share
58% → 56.1%
-1.9 pts
Bachelor's+
12.9% → 14%
+1.1 pts
Median age
30.9 → 33.3
+2.4 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $44,872 to $47,781 across the same window, up 6.5% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 8,138 to 7,907 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.8% change. About 56.1% of households rent today, against 58% in 2021.

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About renting in Bellwood, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bellwood is $1,658/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,008/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $809/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,324/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($47,781/yr), Bellwood ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellwood an affordable city for renters?

Bellwood is considered stretched for renters. At $1,658/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($47,781/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bellwood significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Bellwood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,658/mo in Bellwood. The local median household income is $47,781/yr, meaning the typical Bellwood household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bellwood?

Rent in Bellwood has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Bellwood rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Bellwood is one of the more affordable cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #65 out of 83 tracked cities at $1,658/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bellwood?

Montrose is nearby and more affordable at $1,595/mo, which is $63 less than Bellwood.

What percentage of Bellwood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 56.1% of Bellwood households are renters, while 43.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Bellwood has a strong rental market.

How does Bellwood rent compare to the national average?

Bellwood's median rent of $1,658/mo is $307 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #65 out of 83 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $1,658/mo, rent takes ~42% of Bellwood's median household income ($47,781/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bellwood 42%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–5.75%
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