The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25270 sells for about $179,000, or $102 per square foot.
Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $577 a month.
ZIP 25270 — Reedy
The housing market in ZIP 25270 remains stable with limited inventory and consistent pricing. Demand is driven by local residents and those seeking affordable rural living, though the lack of new development keeps the market quiet. Price growth has leveled off, reflecting broader regional economic trends.
This area is best suited for budget-conscious buyers, retirees, or those seeking a rural lifestyle who are comfortable with longer commutes to regional employment centers.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.1% · poverty 9.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 25270, Roane County WV
Crime rates in the region are generally low compared to national averages, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Public education is provided by the Roane County School District, which serves the rural population with a limited number of consolidated facilities.
The area faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near local creeks and rivers, typical of the Appalachian terrain.
Economic momentum is modest, driven primarily by local government, education, and small-scale agriculture, with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on 60% of fair market value, with rates determined by local levies and state-mandated caps.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for long commutes to employment hubs in Charleston or Parkersburg via I-79 and US-33.
Recreational opportunities are centered on outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and access to local parks and rural trails.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for affordable single-family housing, with limited multi-family options.
The local economy is anchored by public sector employment, healthcare services, and small-scale retail, with a significant portion of the workforce commuting outside the county.
Transportation is heavily dependent on private vehicles, with I-79 serving as the primary corridor for regional connectivity.
Development activity is currently limited, focusing primarily on infrastructure maintenance and small-scale residential improvements.
The Roane County Assessor's office manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system based on state guidelines.
Parcels are subject to county-wide school district levies and local emergency service fees.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the rural nature of the area and regional wildfire/flood risk profiles.
West Virginia is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for trustee sales following specific notice requirements.
Sellers are required to provide a residential property disclosure statement covering known material defects.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and local county profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.