The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25530 sells for about $162,100, or $108 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $807 a month.
ZIP 25530 — Kenova
The housing market in 25530 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by limited inventory and consistent demand. Market conditions are largely influenced by the broader economic health of the Huntington-Ashland metro area, keeping the area affordable compared to national averages.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and local workers seeking affordable housing in a quiet, small-town environment with easy access to larger regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.3% · poverty 7.7% — 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 3.9%/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 3.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 25530, Wayne County WV
Crime rates in Kenova are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the area are part of the Wayne County School District, which maintains a standard curriculum with moderate performance ratings.
The area is subject to flood risks due to its proximity to the Ohio and Big Sandy rivers, requiring residents to maintain flood insurance.
Economic momentum is tied to the broader Huntington-Ashland-Ironton metropolitan area, with local employment supported by regional manufacturing and healthcare sectors.
Property taxes are assessed by Wayne County based on a percentage of the appraised value, with specific levies for school and county services.
Residents primarily commute by car to Huntington or Ashland, with average travel times typically ranging between 20 to 30 minutes.
The area features access to Dreamland Pool, local parks, and proximity to the Ohio River for boating and fishing activities.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand from local workers and students in the tri-state region.
The local economy is anchored by regional healthcare, education, and manufacturing industries within the Huntington-Ashland metropolitan area.
Parcels are subject to Wayne County school and municipal tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood zone designations and proximity to river systems.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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.
- Camden Park43.9 mi
- Billy Bob's Wonderland4.116.8 mi
- Malibu Jack's Ashland4.79.7 mi
- Lawrence County Ohio Fairgrounds4.212.4 mi
- The LOST Escape Room57.9 mi
- Marshall Health Network Arena4.27.9 mi
- Joan C. Edwards Stadium4.69 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.312.7 mi
- Fallsburg Fearplex4.613.7 mi
- Paramount Theatre - Ashland4.610.7 mi
- Camden Park43.9 mi
- Boyd County Extension4.112.1 mi
- Ritter Park4.77.6 mi
- Kenova's Pumpkin House4.74 mi
- Beech Fork State Park4.611.4 mi
- Heritage Farm Museum & Village4.85.1 mi
- Granny's4.913.5 mi
- Huntington Museum of Art4.87.2 mi
- The Highlands Museum & Discovery Center4.510.5 mi
- Memorial Fountain4.78.6 mi
- Camden Park43.9 mi
- Ritter Park4.77.6 mi
- Beech Fork State Park4.611.4 mi
- Central Park4.610.2 mi
- Huntington Museum of Art4.87.2 mi
- Yatesville Lake State Park4.718.5 mi
- Beech Fork Lake Marina4.67.9 mi
- Yatesville Lake State Park Marina4.717.3 mi
- Sugarwood Golf Course4.55.7 mi
- Creekside Golf Course4.45.1 mi
- Diamond Links Golf Course4.48.1 mi
- Ashland Town Center4.411.1 mi
- Rural King4.49.8 mi
- Gabe's4.310.2 mi
- Pullman Square4.58 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.411.2 mi
- Huntington Tri-State Airport41.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A historic and popular community swimming facility.
Provides sports fields and picnic areas for residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.