The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25569 sells for about $145,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% 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 $850 a month.
ZIP 25569 — Teays
The housing market in 25569 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation. Market activity is driven by local demand rather than speculative investment, resulting in a slow but consistent pace of sales. Buyers are primarily local residents looking for long-term housing in a rural setting.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious families and retirees seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with lower costs of living compared to the nearby metro core.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 14.2% — 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 2.6%/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 2.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 25569, Wayne County WV
Crime rates in this rural area are generally lower than the national average, with property-related incidents being the most common reports.
Local schools are part of the county-wide district, generally characterized by smaller class sizes and limited extracurricular offerings compared to urban centers.
The area faces moderate risk from seasonal flooding near local creek beds and standard wind-related insurance requirements for the region.
Economic momentum is stable but slow, primarily driven by local agriculture, small-scale retail, and regional service-sector employment.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with standard homestead exemptions available for primary residences.
Residents typically face a 30-45 minute drive to reach the nearest major employment hubs in the Huntington-Ashland metro area.
Recreational options are centered on outdoor activities, including local community parks, nearby fishing spots, and small-town community centers.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and limited inventory, with most units being single-family homes rather than multi-family complexes.
The local economy is anchored by regional service providers, small-scale agriculture, and a reliance on the broader Huntington-Ashland labor market.
Transportation is almost exclusively reliant on personal vehicles, with limited public transit options available for regional commuting.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction within this ZIP code.
The county appraisal district conducts periodic reassessments to align property values with current market trends.
Parcels are subject to standard county and school district tax levies, with no significant MUD or PID assessments reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though coverage for flood-prone areas may require separate policy considerations.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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.
- Billy Bob's Wonderland4.117.7 mi
- Water Ways4.419 mi
- Sky Zone Charleston4.215 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.314.7 mi
- Locked and Coded Escape Rooms LLC4.817.1 mi
- Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center4.417.1 mi
- Clay Center4.617.8 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill48 mi
- GoMart Ballpark4.518 mi
- River Alley4.210.8 mi
- River Alley4.210.8 mi
- West Virginia Pumpkin Festival4.410.9 mi
- Regal Nitro4.37.4 mi
- Hurricane City Park4.62.9 mi
- Teays Valley Cinemas3.90.1 mi
- Clay Center4.617.8 mi
- Kanawha State Forest4.619.5 mi
- Taylor Books4.817.5 mi
- West Virginia State Museum4.818.8 mi
- Downtown Charleston Historic District4.417.6 mi
- West Virginia Pumpkin Festival4.410.9 mi
- Hurricane City Park4.62.9 mi
- Roadside Park Port Of St. Albans4.47.1 mi
- Meeks Mountain Trails4.92.9 mi
- Meadowood Park4.48.9 mi
- Trojan Landing Marine & Powersports4.115.6 mi
- Big Bend Golf Course3.98.5 mi
- Rural King4.37.5 mi
- Milton Flea Market, Inc4.210.1 mi
- A To Z Outlet40.5 mi
- Fresh Seafood Co Market & Restaurant4.210.8 mi
- Liberty Square Shopping Center4.20.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides local green space and picnic facilities for residents.
Serves as the primary hub for community events and gatherings.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.