The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25560 sells for about $257,200, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 25560 — Winfield
The housing market in 25560 remains stable with steady demand and limited inventory, driving consistent price appreciation. The area's appeal is bolstered by its high median household income and strong school district, making it a preferred destination for families. Some metrics, such as specific monthly sales counts, were not available at the ZIP level and were omitted.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals working in the Charleston metro area who seek a suburban lifestyle with high-quality schools and a lower cost of living compared to major urban centers.
Median prices moved up 3.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 2.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 4.8% — 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 3.7%/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 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 25560, Putnam County WV
Crime rates in Scott Depot are generally low, with the area experiencing significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to the national average.
The area is served by the Putnam County School District, which is generally regarded as providing high-quality public education with strong performance metrics.
The region faces moderate risks related to seasonal flooding near the Kanawha River and occasional severe weather events, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to the Charleston metro area, with a mix of local retail, professional services, and residential development serving as the primary growth drivers.
Property taxes are assessed by Putnam County based on a statewide assessment formula; the area does not have significant special district taxes like MUDs or PIDs common in other states.
Residents primarily commute via I-64, providing a direct corridor to the employment hubs of Charleston and Huntington.
The area features access to local community parks, nearby golf courses, and proximity to the Kanawha River for outdoor activities, with shopping centers located along the main highway corridors.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, with a limited supply of multi-family units and a prevalence of single-family home rentals.
The economy is anchored by professional services, healthcare, and retail, with many residents commuting to the nearby state capital of Charleston for employment.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-64 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and the expansion of commercial services to support the growing population.
The Putnam County Assessor maintains property valuations based on periodic reappraisals to ensure tax equity.
The area is served by the Putnam County School District and standard municipal utility districts.
Property insurance markets are stable, though premiums are influenced by regional flood and wind risk assessments.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 25560 profile.
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.
- Billy Bob's Wonderland4.119.4 mi
- Water Ways4.418.3 mi
- Sky Zone Charleston4.213.5 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.313.2 mi
- Locked and Coded Escape Rooms LLC4.815.4 mi
- Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center4.415.3 mi
- Clay Center4.616.1 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill46.3 mi
- GoMart Ballpark4.516.3 mi
- River Alley4.29.2 mi
- River Alley4.29.2 mi
- West Virginia Pumpkin Festival4.412.6 mi
- Regal Nitro4.35.7 mi
- Hurricane City Park4.64.6 mi
- Teays Valley Cinemas3.91.7 mi
- Clay Center4.616.1 mi
- Kanawha State Forest4.618 mi
- Taylor Books4.815.8 mi
- West Virginia State Museum4.817.1 mi
- Downtown Charleston Historic District4.415.9 mi
- West Virginia Pumpkin Festival4.412.6 mi
- Hurricane City Park4.64.6 mi
- Roadside Park Port Of St. Albans4.45.6 mi
- Meeks Mountain Trails4.94.6 mi
- Meadowood Park4.47.8 mi
- Trojan Landing Marine & Powersports4.113.9 mi
- Little Creek Golf Course4.112 mi
- Big Bend Golf Course3.97.4 mi
- Rural King4.35.7 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.411.7 mi
- Milton Flea Market, Inc4.211.8 mi
- Kohl's4.212.9 mi
- Marshalls4.312.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major community park featuring sports fields, walking trails, and picnic areas.
A private golf facility serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.