The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25401 sells for about $243,000, or $158 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 61 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,101 a month.
ZIP 25401 — Martinsburg
The 25401 housing market is experiencing modest price appreciation with a 2.3% year-over-year increase in median sale prices. While inventory remains tight, the market is characterized by steady demand from both local residents and commuters, keeping the market competitive.
This ZIP is well-suited for commuters seeking more affordable housing options compared to the D.C. metro area, as well as local families and investors looking for entry-level residential opportunities.
Median prices moved up 2.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 61 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.6% · poverty 19.5% — a mixed stability profile.
ZCTA 25401, Berkeley County WV
Public schools in the area are managed by Berkeley County Schools, which serves the broader Martinsburg region.
The area is subject to standard regional climate risks, including potential for flooding in low-lying areas near the Opequon Creek and Potomac River tributaries.
Martinsburg serves as a regional hub for the Eastern Panhandle with growth driven by its proximity to the Washington-Baltimore metro area and logistics/distribution sectors.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by the Berkeley County Assessor based on 60% of fair market value, with rates determined by local levies and state-mandated caps.
Residents often commute toward the Hagerstown, MD area or utilize MARC train services for transit toward the Washington, D.C. metropolitan region.
The area features access to local parks such as War Memorial Park and proximity to the Appalachian Trail and various historic sites in the Eastern Panhandle.
The rental market shows sustained demand with average rents increasing approximately 5.5% year-over-year, supported by a mix of local workforce and commuters.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, logistics, and distribution centers, benefiting from the city's strategic location along the I-81 corridor.
The area is served by the I-81 highway corridor and provides access to MARC commuter rail services connecting to the Washington, D.C. region.
Development activity is focused on residential expansion and commercial infrastructure improvements to support the growing population in the Eastern Panhandle.
The Berkeley County Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes, applying state-regulated assessment ratios.
Parcels are subject to Berkeley County school and municipal tax levies, with potential for specific utility district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the proximity to flood-prone areas in the Potomac watershed.
Data sourced from Data Commons/Census Bureau.
- Harpers Ferry Waterpark4.614.5 mi
- Sky Zone Hagerstown4.417.5 mi
- JayDee's Family Fun Center4.17.8 mi
- Tilt Studio3.515.7 mi
- Summit Point Motorsports Park4.814.6 mi
- Big Cork Vineyards4.716.3 mi
- Hagerstown Speedway4.415.7 mi
- Tomahawk MX4.88.1 mi
- Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds4.520 mi
- Antietam National Battlefield4.912.4 mi
- Poor House Farm Park4.73.8 mi
- Fort Frederick State Park4.711.3 mi
- Berkeley Plaza Theater 74.12.4 mi
- Black Draft Farm & Distillery4.64.4 mi
- Antietam National Battlefield4.912.4 mi
- Crystal Grottoes Caverns4.515.8 mi
- John Brown's Fort4.715.6 mi
- Fort Frederick State Park4.711.3 mi
- The Maryland Theatre4.718.5 mi
- Antietam National Battlefield4.912.4 mi
- Poor House Farm Park4.73.8 mi
- Fort Frederick State Park4.711.3 mi
- Sam Michael's Park4.711.4 mi
- River Bend Membership Corporation4.310.5 mi
- Harpers Ferry Campground3.913.8 mi
- Locust Hill Golf Course, Golf Shop, and Driving Range3.911.8 mi
- The Woods Golf Courses4.510 mi
- SwingFit510.7 mi
- Orr's Farm Market4.84.4 mi
- Gabe's4.21.2 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.31.5 mi
- Kohl's4.310.9 mi
- Spring Valley Farm Market- Martinsburg4.73.4 mi
- Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR/KHGR)4.421.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central community park featuring recreational facilities and green space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.