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PRINCETON, WV 24739

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Mercer County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇩ 15% vs 20 last year
Pending
5
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$265,000
⇧ 47.5% vs $179,625 last year
Average Price
$255,426
⇧ 6.7% vs $239,473 last year
Days on Market
83
⇩ 27.8% vs 115 days last year

Market Context

Population: 13,080  ·  Density: 40.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,226

Typical home value: $123,377  ·  Homeownership: 76.7%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The PRINCETON, WV real estate market (24739) currently shows 17 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 115 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 47.5% year-over-year, from $179,625 to $265,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 20 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 115 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $265,000 (+47.5% YoY)
  • Average: $255,426 (+6.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.0 miles — 78 listings ($32,664,432 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
24739Princeton, WV 247390.0 mi17$4,342,242$265,000$255,426
24712Athens, WV 247127.1 mi5$764,000$174,900$152,800
24124Narrows, VA 241248.1 mi16$8,589,520$265,000$536,845
24147Rich Creek, VA 241479.4 mi0$0$315,500$315,500
25820Camp Creek, WV 2582012.4 mi2$479,800$239,900$239,900
24733Lashmeet, WV 2473312.6 mi2$370,000$185,000$185,000
24747Rock, WV 2474713.0 mi4$1,897,800$268,900$474,450
24134Pearisburg, VA 2413414.6 mi13$6,900,270$202,500$530,790
24918Ballard, WV 2491816.8 mi4$3,669,000$1,100,000$917,250
25969Jumping Branch, WV 2596917.2 mi3$957,000$319,000$319,000
24314Bastian, VA 2431417.9 mi4$1,904,800$564,950$476,200
24715Bramwell, WV 2471518.5 mi2$270,000$135,000$135,000
25825Cool Ridge, WV 2582520.0 mi6$2,520,000$420,000$420,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PRINCETON, WV 24739?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in PRINCETON, WV (zip code 24739), compared to 20 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PRINCETON, WV 24739?

The median listing price in PRINCETON, WV 24739 is $265,000 as of January 2026, a 47.5% increase from $179,625 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in PRINCETON, WV?

Homes in PRINCETON, WV 24739 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 115 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PRINCETON, WV 24739?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PRINCETON, WV 24739 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 115 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in PRINCETON, WV?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PRINCETON, WV 24739 save an estimated $5,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $265,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.