The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25801 sells for about $165,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are down 6.7% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $882 a month.
ZIP 25801 — Oak Hill
The Beckley housing market is currently experiencing a period of price adjustment with a slight year-over-year decline in median listing prices. High days on market and a moderate supply of inventory suggest a buyer-friendly environment where negotiation is common. The market remains stable but cautious as it navigates broader economic trends in the region.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers and local workers seeking affordable housing options in a community-focused, small-city environment.
Median prices moved down 6.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% 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 4.0% · poverty 23.4% — a mixed stability 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 3.1%/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 2.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 25801, Raleigh County WV
Crime rates in Beckley are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in the region.
Public schools in the area are managed by the Raleigh County School District, which provides a range of educational services but faces challenges typical of rural Appalachian districts.
The area is subject to moderate risks from severe weather, including heavy rainfall leading to localized flooding and occasional high winds.
Economic momentum is driven by healthcare, education, and regional government services, with limited large-scale industrial development currently underway.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by the Raleigh County Assessor based on a percentage of fair market value, with specific levies determined by local school and municipal districts.
Most residents rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with I-64 and I-77 serving as the primary corridors for travel to regional employment hubs.
The area offers access to local parks, community centers, and proximity to the New River Gorge National Park, providing significant outdoor recreation opportunities.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and moderate vacancy rates, with rents showing modest growth consistent with regional economic trends.
The economy is anchored by the healthcare sector, including major regional medical centers, alongside government and retail services.
The area is served by a network of state routes and is positioned at the intersection of major interstate highways, facilitating regional transit.
Development is focused on small-scale commercial infill and infrastructure maintenance rather than large-scale residential expansion.
Parcels are subject to standard county and municipal tax levies, with no significant MUD or PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the age of the housing stock.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ACS 2024 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.
Provides extensive hiking, climbing, and water recreation access nearby.
A historic site offering tours of a former coal mine.
Dedicated to honoring local military history.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.