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SALEM, WV 26426

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 5.9% vs 17 last year
Pending
8
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$102,250
⇧ 5.4% vs $97,025 last year
Average Price
$122,290
⇩ 4.3% vs $127,727 last year
Days on Market
87
⇩ 4.4% vs 91 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,698  ·  Density: 21.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,052

Typical home value: $111,154  ·  Homeownership: 86.2%

Market Analysis

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

The SALEM, WV real estate market (26426) currently shows 18 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 87 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.4% year-over-year, from $97,025 to $102,250.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 17 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 91 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $102,250 (+5.4% YoY)
  • Average: $122,290 (-4.3% 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 19.3 miles — 127 listings ($37,292,631 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
26426Salem, WV 264260.0 mi18$2,201,220$102,250$122,290
26339Center Point, WV 263399.6 mi1$499,900$499,900$499,900
26451West Milford, WV 2645110.3 mi3$760,350$253,450$253,450
26386Lumberport, WV 2638611.5 mi1$190,000$190,000$190,000
26378Jane Lew, WV 2637813.0 mi6$1,723,338$304,450$287,223
26404Meadowbrook, WV 2640414.1 mi1$119,900$119,900$119,900
26385Lost Creek, WV 2638514.4 mi3$1,567,350$522,450$522,450
26408Mount Clare, WV 2640815.8 mi9$1,494,306$195,000$166,034
26431Shinnston, WV 2643116.7 mi9$1,186,317$110,000$131,813
26321Alum Bridge, WV 2632117.4 mi1$234,800$234,800$234,800
26330Bridgeport, WV 2633018.3 mi70$26,559,400$357,000$379,420
26591Worthington, WV 2659118.6 mi2$134,000$67,000$67,000
26582Mannington, WV 2658219.3 mi3$621,750$207,250$207,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALEM, WV 26426?

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in SALEM, WV (zip code 26426), compared to 17 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALEM, WV 26426?

The median listing price in SALEM, WV 26426 is $102,250 as of January 2026, a 5.4% increase from $97,025 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALEM, WV 26426 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 91 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALEM, WV 26426?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SALEM, WV 26426 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 87 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALEM, WV 26426 save an estimated $2,045 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $102,250. 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.