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CHARLESTON, WV 25304

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

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLESTON, WV real estate market (25304) currently shows 45 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8% year-over-year, from $271,750 to $249,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 8,785  ·  Density: 351.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,229

Typical home value: $204,349  ·  Homeownership: 66.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
45
⇧ 12.5% vs 40 last year
Pending
14
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,900
⇩ 8% vs $271,750 last year
Average Price
$251,837
⇩ 31.7% vs $368,500 last year
Days on Market
52
⇩ 10.3% vs 58 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$137
⇧ 17.1% vs $117/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,730 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 45 this year vs 40 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,900 (-8% YoY)
  • Average: $251,837 (-31.7% 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
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 13.2 miles — 185 listings ($38,516,444 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
25304Charleston, WV 253040.0 mi26$9,458,878$269,450$363,803
25301Charleston, WV 253013.8 mi12$2,898,828$170,794$241,569
25306Charleston, WV 253065.4 mi16$1,204,032$84,275$75,252
25303South Charleston, WV 253036.5 mi26$5,963,672$222,450$229,372
25387Charleston, WV 253876.8 mi28$2,896,544$71,738$103,448
25214Winifrede, WV 252148.3 mi2$3,014,900$1,507,450$1,507,450
25064Dunbar, WV 250649.8 mi34$5,086,502$123,375$149,603
25003Alum Creek, WV 2500310.9 mi3$1,895,511$484,725$631,837
25312Charleston, WV 2531211.4 mi8$1,343,392$189,950$167,924
25313Charleston, WV 2531311.8 mi27$4,364,685$154,950$161,655
25061Drybranch, WV 2506112.4 mi1$55,000$55,000$55,000
25039Cedar Grove, WV 2503912.9 mi1$294,500$294,500$294,500
25142Nellis, WV 2514213.2 mi1$40,000$40,000$40,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLESTON, WV 25304?

As of September 2026, there are 45 active listings in CHARLESTON, WV (zip code 25304), compared to 40 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLESTON, WV 25304?

The median listing price in CHARLESTON, WV 25304 is $249,900 as of September 2026, a 8% decrease from $271,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLESTON, WV 25304 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHARLESTON, WV 25304?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, CHARLESTON, WV 25304 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

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

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