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LOST CITY, WV 26810

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇩ 16.7% vs 6 last year
Pending
2
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$399,000
⇩ 18.4% vs $489,000 last year
Average Price
$414,333
⇩ 6.8% vs $444,337 last year
Days on Market
165
⇧ 283.7% vs 43 days last year

Market Context

Population: 580  ·  Density: 6.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $0

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 95.1%

Market Analysis

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

The LOST CITY, WV real estate market (26810) currently shows 5 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 165 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 165 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 18.4% year-over-year, from $489,000 to $399,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 165 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $399,000 (-18.4% YoY)
  • Average: $414,333 (-6.8% 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 21.7 miles — 102 listings ($47,606,941 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
26810Lost City, WV 268100.0 mi5$2,071,665$399,000$414,333
26851Wardensville, WV 268518.1 mi12$4,294,500$325,000$357,875
26812Mathias, WV 268129.5 mi6$2,482,674$339,000$413,779
22644Maurertown, VA 2264411.7 mi11$6,584,457$549,500$598,587
26755Rio, WV 2675512.6 mi3$2,549,700$849,900$849,900
22842Mount Jackson, VA 2284214.4 mi27$13,819,788$399,925$511,844
26818Fisher, WV 2681816.2 mi1$479,900$479,900$479,900
22654Star Tannery, VA 2265416.8 mi4$3,178,900$699,450$794,725
22847Quicksburg, VA 2284718.0 mi2$1,923,334$1,100,000$961,667
22652Fort Valley, VA 2265219.7 mi7$2,983,897$425,000$426,271
26761Shanks, WV 2676120.6 mi1$420,000$420,000$420,000
26852Purgitsville, WV 2685220.7 mi6$2,341,380$399,999$390,230
26847Petersburg, WV 2684721.7 mi17$4,476,746$244,900$263,338

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LOST CITY, WV 26810?

As of January 2026, there are 5 active listings in LOST CITY, WV (zip code 26810), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LOST CITY, WV 26810?

The median listing price in LOST CITY, WV 26810 is $399,000 as of January 2026, a 18.4% decrease from $489,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LOST CITY, WV 26810 spend an average of 165 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LOST CITY, WV 26810?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LOST CITY, WV 26810 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 165 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LOST CITY, WV 26810 save an estimated $7,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $399,000. 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.