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PRINCETON, WV 24740

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The PRINCETON, WV real estate market (24740) currently shows 45 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 61 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 61 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 21.8% year-over-year, from $241,200 to $188,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 16,510  ·  Density: 208.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $41,911

Typical home value: $125,814  ·  Homeownership: 62.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
45
⇧ 28.6% vs 35 last year
Pending
16
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$188,500
⇩ 21.8% vs $241,200 last year
Average Price
$198,394
⇩ 18.6% vs $243,627 last year
Days on Market
61
⇩ 33.7% vs 92 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$116
⇩ 0.9% vs $117/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,630 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 45 this year vs 35 last year
  • Days on market: 61 now vs 92 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $188,500 (-21.8% YoY)
  • Average: $198,394 (-18.6% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 18.0 miles — 88 listings ($27,543,871 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
24740Princeton, WV 247400.0 mi42$7,979,790$185,450$189,995
24712Athens, WV 247126.3 mi4$1,013,600$181,850$253,400
24747Rock, WV 247476.9 mi3$545,574$212,175$181,858
25971Lerona, WV 259718.6 mi4$2,140,000$535,000$535,000
24366Rocky Gap, VA 243669.7 mi4$1,248,900$242,425$312,225
25902Odd, WV 2590212.5 mi1$2,500$2,500$2,500
24715Bramwell, WV 2471513.4 mi1$239,900$239,900$239,900
25843Ghent, WV 2584315.2 mi3$2,750,799$699,900$916,933
25857Josephine, WV 2585716.2 mi2$90,476$45,238$45,238
25825Cool Ridge, WV 2582516.8 mi4$1,680,000$420,000$420,000
24314Bastian, VA 2431417.1 mi3$1,497,324$544,925$499,108
25978Nimitz, WV 2597817.8 mi3$2,985,000$995,000$995,000
24963Peterstown, WV 2496318.0 mi14$5,370,008$207,375$383,572

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PRINCETON, WV 24740?

As of March 2026, there are 45 active listings in PRINCETON, WV (zip code 24740), compared to 35 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PRINCETON, WV 24740?

The median listing price in PRINCETON, WV 24740 is $188,500 as of March 2026, a 21.8% decrease from $241,200 the prior year.

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

Homes in PRINCETON, WV 24740 spend an average of 61 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 92 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PRINCETON, WV 24740?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, PRINCETON, WV 24740 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 61 days on market compared to 92 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 24740 save an estimated $3,770 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $188,500. 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.