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CHARLESTON, WV 25306

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Kanawha County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
15
⇧ 150% vs 6 last year
Pending
6
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$82,400
⇩ 46.8% vs $154,986 last year
Average Price
$70,978
⇩ 53.6% vs $152,995 last year
Days on Market
48
⇩ 17.2% vs 58 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,183  ·  Density: 64.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,125

Typical home value: $97,257  ·  Homeownership: 68.8%

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLESTON, WV real estate market (25306) currently shows 15 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 46.8% year-over-year, from $154,986 to $82,400.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 15 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $82,400 (-46.8% YoY)
  • Average: $70,978 (-53.6% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 14.2 miles — 175 listings ($43,575,759 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
25306Charleston, WV 253060.0 mi15$1,064,670$82,400$70,978
25311Charleston, WV 253115.0 mi38$7,589,398$125,000$199,721
25067East Bank, WV 250677.5 mi3$219,801$72,900$73,267
25086Glasgow, WV 250868.0 mi2$360,000$180,000$180,000
25039Cedar Grove, WV 250398.1 mi1$294,500$294,500$294,500
25314Charleston, WV 253148.9 mi56$19,379,976$236,500$346,071
25162Pratt, WV 251629.2 mi2$116,000$58,000$58,000
25107Hernshaw, WV 2510710.3 mi1$26,000$26,000$26,000
25303South Charleston, WV 2530311.2 mi26$5,805,592$220,000$223,292
25071Elkview, WV 2507111.6 mi20$6,530,540$195,000$326,527
25045Clendenin, WV 2504513.5 mi8$1,923,288$139,900$240,411
25049Comfort, WV 2504913.9 mi1$250,000$250,000$250,000
25165Racine, WV 2516514.2 mi2$15,994$7,997$7,997

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLESTON, WV 25306?

As of January 2026, there are 15 active listings in CHARLESTON, WV (zip code 25306), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLESTON, WV 25306?

The median listing price in CHARLESTON, WV 25306 is $82,400 as of January 2026, a 46.8% decrease from $154,986 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLESTON, WV 25306 spend an average of 48 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 25306?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHARLESTON, WV 25306 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHARLESTON, WV 25306 save an estimated $1,648 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $82,400. 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.