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MORGANTOWN, WV 26501

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Monongalia County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
81
⇧ 50% vs 54 last year
Pending
38
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$318,500
⇩ 3.3% vs $329,250 last year
Average Price
$340,537
⇧ 1.1% vs $336,713 last year
Days on Market
81
⇧ 14.1% vs 71 days last year

Market Context

Population: 19,219  ·  Density: 126.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,837

Typical home value: $201,604  ·  Homeownership: 58.3%

Market Analysis

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

The MORGANTOWN, WV real estate market (26501) currently shows 81 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.3% year-over-year, from $329,250 to $318,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 81 this year vs 54 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $318,500 (-3.3% YoY)
  • Average: $340,537 (+1.1% 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 15.1 miles — 131 listings ($42,324,294 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
26501Morgantown, WV 265010.0 mi81$27,583,497$318,500$340,537
26541Maidsville, WV 265414.1 mi19$8,584,485$297,200$451,815
26588Rivesville, WV 265887.1 mi8$829,280$139,000$103,660
26560Baxter, WV 265608.2 mi1$239,000$239,000$239,000
15349Mount Morris, PA 153499.2 mi6$1,422,000$242,000$237,000
15315Bobtown, PA 153159.4 mi2$239,800$119,900$119,900
26559Barrackville, WV 2655910.5 mi1$285,000$285,000$285,000
15439Gans, PA 1543911.7 mi1$299,900$299,900$299,900
15362Spraggs, PA 1536212.8 mi1$480,000$480,000$480,000
15338Greensboro, PA 1533813.6 mi3$309,801$118,950$103,267
26571Farmington, WV 2657113.9 mi4$606,532$69,000$151,633
26547Reedsville, WV 2654714.7 mi3$669,999$245,000$223,333
26374Independence, WV 2637415.1 mi1$775,000$775,000$775,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MORGANTOWN, WV 26501?

As of January 2026, there are 81 active listings in MORGANTOWN, WV (zip code 26501), compared to 54 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MORGANTOWN, WV 26501?

The median listing price in MORGANTOWN, WV 26501 is $318,500 as of January 2026, a 3.3% decrease from $329,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in MORGANTOWN, WV 26501 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MORGANTOWN, WV 26501?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MORGANTOWN, WV 26501 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MORGANTOWN, WV 26501 save an estimated $6,370 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $318,500. 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.