West Virginia’s small towns offer some of the most affordable housing options in today’s market. According to the Zillow Home Value Index, West Virginia continues to offer some of the most budget-friendly housing options in the nation. You’ll find these hidden gems scattered throughout the state, from former coal mining communities to peaceful riverside towns.
You might be surprised to learn that even the most affordable towns have seen substantial growth over the past 15 years, with an average home value increase of 83.69% since 2010. The town of Artie experienced the most dramatic growth at a staggering 231.55%, while Whitesville saw the most modest increase at 22.71%. Despite these increases, the average home value among these 25 towns remains an accessible $100,059 as of February 2025.
What’s particularly interesting is the acceleration of growth in recent years, with these communities seeing an average 44.46% increase just since 2020. This suggests you’re looking at markets that remain affordable while showing promising investment potential for the future.
1. Hinton
- 2025 Home Value: $116,471.70
- 2020 Home Value: $76,937.95
- 2015 Home Value: $67,154.91
- 2010 Home Value: $56,479.74
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 106.22%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 73.44%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 51.38%
Nestled along the New River in Summers County outside any major metropolitan area, Hinton tops our list of affordable West Virginia towns. You’ll find that home values have more than doubled from $56,479 in 2010 to $116,471 in 2025, an impressive 106.22% increase. The town has experienced strong growth across all periods, with a particularly robust 51.38% surge in just the last five years.
2. Harrisville
- 2025 Home Value: $115,879.77
- 2020 Home Value: $77,494.47
- 2015 Home Value: $65,687.56
- 2010 Home Value: $62,814.91
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 84.48%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 76.41%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 49.53%
Serving as the seat of Ritchie County and located outside any major metropolitan area, Harrisville offers you rural tranquility with impressive growth. You’ll see that home values have increased from $62,814 in 2010 to $115,879 in 2025, a substantial 84.48% appreciation. The town experienced modest growth between 2010 and 2015 before accelerating significantly, with a particularly strong 49.53% surge in just the last five years. For you as a potential homebuyer seeking a more rural setting, Harrisville represents a market with growing momentum while maintaining prices well below the national average.
3. Chester
- 2025 Home Value: $115,266.18
- 2020 Home Value: $84,321.11
- 2015 Home Value: $70,764.78
- 2010 Home Value: $79,337.43
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 45.29%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 62.89%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 36.70%
Positioned at the northernmost tip of West Virginia’s panhandle in Hancock County, Chester is part of the Weirton-Steubenville metropolitan area. You’ll be interested to discover that home values actually declined between 2010 and 2015 before rebounding strongly, ultimately growing from $79,337 in 2010 to $115,266 in 2025, a 45.29% overall increase. Most impressive is the 62.89% growth since the 2015 low point, including a healthy 36.70% increase in just the last five years. For you as a potential homebuyer, this suggests a market that has overcome previous challenges and is now on a strong upward trajectory.
4. Follansbee
- 2025 Home Value: $114,424.13
- 2020 Home Value: $77,407.48
- 2015 Home Value: $68,194.12
- 2010 Home Value: $51,949.94
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 120.26%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 67.79%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 47.82%
Located in Brooke County within the Weirton-Steubenville metropolitan area, Follansbee presents a compelling growth story. You’ll notice that home values have more than doubled from $51,949 in 2010 to $114,424 in 2025, an impressive 120.26% increase. The town has experienced strong growth across all time periods, with a particularly robust 47.82% appreciation in just the last five years. For you as a homebuyer, Follansbee offers a market with proven long-term growth potential while still maintaining prices substantially below the national average.
5. Mac Arthur
- 2025 Home Value: $113,387.33
- 2020 Home Value: $63,837.84
- 2015 Home Value: $58,632.14
- 2010 Home Value: $54,841.51
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 106.75%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 93.39%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 77.62%
Situated in Raleigh County within the Beckley metropolitan area, Mac Arthur shows one of the most dramatic recent growth patterns on our list. You’ll be impressed to see that home values have more than doubled from $54,841 in 2010 to $113,387 in 2025, a substantial 106.75% increase. What’s particularly remarkable is that the majority of this growth has occurred recently, with a tremendous 77.62% surge in just the last five years. For you as a potential investor, this recent acceleration suggests a market that has found significant momentum and could offer strong future potential while still remaining relatively affordable.
6. Spencer
- 2025 Home Value: $112,687.13
- 2020 Home Value: $88,383.60
- 2015 Home Value: $78,168.36
- 2010 Home Value: $71,394.87
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 57.84%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 44.16%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 27.50%
Serving as the seat of Roane County and located outside any major metropolitan area, Spencer offers you rural charm with consistent growth. You’ll find that home values have increased steadily from $71,394 in 2010 to $112,687 in 2025, a solid 57.84% appreciation. The town has experienced balanced growth across all time periods, with a healthy 27.50% increase in the last five years. For you as a homebuyer seeking a more rural setting, Spencer represents a stable market with reliable appreciation while maintaining prices well below national averages.
7. Belington
- 2025 Home Value: $112,599.90
- 2020 Home Value: $87,393.85
- 2015 Home Value: $77,370.90
- 2010 Home Value: $90,387.88
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 24.57%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 45.53%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 28.84%
Located in Barbour County outside any major metropolitan area, Belington tells an unusual story you might find fascinating. You’ll be surprised to learn that home values actually declined significantly between 2010 and 2015, dropping from $90,387 to $77,370, before beginning a recovery that brought values to $112,599 by 2025. This represents a modest 24.57% total growth over the 15-year period but a much stronger 45.53% increase since 2015. For you as a potential homebuyer, this unusual pattern suggests a market that has overcome earlier challenges and is now on a positive trajectory.
8. Clarksburg
- 2025 Home Value: $111,358.17
- 2020 Home Value: $82,031.47
- 2015 Home Value: $68,794.42
- 2010 Home Value: $64,325.53
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 73.12%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 61.87%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 35.75%
As the seat of Harrison County and the center of its own metropolitan area, Clarksburg provides you with the amenities of a larger town while maintaining affordability. You’ll discover that home values have grown from $64,325 in 2010 to $111,358 in 2025, a healthy 73.12% increase. The city has experienced consistent appreciation across all time periods, with a solid 35.75% growth in just the past five years. For you as a potential homebuyer, Clarksburg offers the advantage of more urban amenities while still providing housing at prices significantly below what you’d find in larger cities.
9. Benwood
- 2025 Home Value: $111,350.71
- 2020 Home Value: $95,231.79
- 2015 Home Value: $79,517.76
- 2010 Home Value: $71,080.50
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 56.65%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 40.03%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 16.93%
Positioned along the Ohio River in Marshall County within the Wheeling metropolitan area, Benwood offers you steady growth with a more established starting point. You’ll notice that home values increased from $71,080 in 2010 to $111,350 in 2025, a solid 56.65% appreciation. The town experienced its strongest growth between 2010 and 2020, with a more modest 16.93% increase in the last five years. For you as a potential homebuyer, this suggests a market that established its value earlier and has now entered a period of more gradual appreciation while maintaining relatively affordable prices compared to national averages.
10. Wellsburg
- 2025 Home Value: $111,058.36
- 2020 Home Value: $79,762.37
- 2015 Home Value: $69,289.49
- 2010 Home Value: $55,350.10
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 100.65%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 60.28%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 39.24%
Situated along the Ohio River in Brooke County within the Weirton-Steubenville metropolitan area, Wellsburg has exactly doubled its home values over 15 years. You’ll find that prices have increased from $55,350 in 2010 to $111,058 in 2025, a perfect 100.65% appreciation. The town has seen consistent growth across all periods, with a solid 39.24% increase in the last five years. For you as a potential homebuyer, Wellsburg represents a market with proven long-term appreciation while still offering homes at prices substantially below the national average.
11. Mannington
- 2025 Home Value: $110,814.59
- 2020 Home Value: $81,120.75
- 2015 Home Value: $63,953.11
- 2010 Home Value: $56,139.13
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 97.39%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 73.27%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 36.60%
Located in Marion County within the Fairmont metropolitan area, Mannington offers you nearly double the home value over 15 years. You’ll see that prices have grown from $56,139 in 2010 to $110,814 in 2025, representing a robust 97.39% increase. The town has experienced consistent appreciation across all time periods, with the strongest growth occurring between 2015 and 2020, followed by a healthy 36.60% increase in the most recent five years. For you as a homebuyer, this consistent pattern suggests a stable market with reliable growth while maintaining prices well below national averages.
12. Rock Creek
- 2025 Home Value: $109,523.61
- 2020 Home Value: $71,113.16
- 2015 Home Value: $73,919.32
- 2010 Home Value: $67,471.13
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 62.33%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 48.17%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 54.01%
Nestled in Raleigh County within the Beckley metropolitan area, Rock Creek shows an interesting pattern of growth. You’ll notice that home values increased from $67,471 in 2010 to $109,523 in 2025, a solid 62.33% appreciation. The town experienced a slight decline between 2015 and 2020 before rebounding strongly with a 54.01% increase in the last five years. For you as a potential investor, this recent acceleration suggests a market that has overcome previous challenges and is now showing strong momentum while maintaining relatively affordable prices.
13. Bluefield
- 2025 Home Value: $109,380.14
- 2020 Home Value: $59,918.54
- 2015 Home Value: $54,485.79
- 2010 Home Value: $55,755.26
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 96.18%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 100.75%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 82.55%
Straddling the West Virginia-Virginia border in Mercer County, Bluefield has a unique story to tell. You’ll be intrigued to learn that home values actually decreased between 2010 and 2015 before beginning a remarkable recovery, ultimately growing from $55,755 in 2010 to $109,380 in 2025, a 96.18% increase. The most impressive growth has occurred recently, with an exceptional 82.55% surge in just the last five years. For you as a potential homebuyer, this suggests a market that has overcome previous challenges and is now experiencing a significant renaissance while remaining affordable.
14. Coal City
- 2025 Home Value: $108,711.98
- 2020 Home Value: $66,364.41
- 2015 Home Value: $64,734.03
- 2010 Home Value: $59,825.87
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 81.71%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 67.94%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 63.81%
Situated in Raleigh County within the Beckley metropolitan area, Coal City presents an interesting growth trajectory. You’ll find that home values have increased from $59,825 in 2010 to $108,711 in 2025, a substantial 81.71% growth. What’s particularly notable for you is the recent acceleration, with a remarkable 63.81% surge just in the last five years after relatively modest growth in the previous decade. This dramatic recent appreciation suggests a market that’s experiencing a significant upturn while still maintaining affordable price points.
15. West Union
- 2025 Home Value: $108,560.28
- 2020 Home Value: $78,815.43
- 2015 Home Value: $65,139.24
- 2010 Home Value: $46,362.40
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 134.16%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 66.66%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 37.74%
Located in Doddridge County within the Clarksburg metropolitan area, West Union showcases remarkable long-term growth. You’ll discover that home values have more than doubled from $46,362 in 2010 to $108,560 in 2025, an impressive 134.16% increase. The town experienced its strongest growth between 2010 and 2015, with a more moderate but still healthy 37.74% appreciation in the last five years. For you, this represents a market that has established substantial value while still offering homes at prices substantially below national averages.
16. Pennsboro
- 2025 Home Value: $108,213.70
- 2020 Home Value: $74,502.07
- 2015 Home Value: $67,436.70
- 2010 Home Value: $58,912.00
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 83.69%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 60.47%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 45.25%
Positioned in Ritchie County within the Clarksburg metropolitan area, Pennsboro offers you a compelling growth story. You’ll notice that home values have increased steadily from $58,912 in 2010 to $108,213 in 2025, an impressive 83.69% growth. The pace of appreciation has been consistent, with a particularly strong 45.25% increase in just the last five years. For you as a potential homebuyer or investor, Pennsboro represents a market that has shown reliable growth while maintaining prices significantly below the national average.
17. Sophia
- 2025 Home Value: $102,283.09
- 2020 Home Value: $56,394.37
- 2015 Home Value: $48,258.29
- 2010 Home Value: $44,243.29
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 131.18%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 111.95%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 81.37%
Nestled in Raleigh County within the Beckley metropolitan area, Sophia presents one of the most impressive growth stories on our list. You’ll be amazed to see that home values have more than doubled from $44,243 in 2010 to $102,283 in 2025, an extraordinary 131.18% increase. Even more remarkable is the recent acceleration, with an 81.37% surge just in the last five years. This makes Sophia a standout market for you if you’re looking for a combination of relatively affordable prices with exceptional recent appreciation, suggesting strong future potential.
18. Branchland
- 2025 Home Value: $101,785.53
- 2020 Home Value: $75,570.83
- 2015 Home Value: $75,361.59
- 2010 Home Value: $63,144.00
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 61.20%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 35.06%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 34.69%
Situated in Lincoln County within the Charleston metropolitan area, Branchland has just crossed the $100,000 threshold in 2025. You’ll find that home values have grown steadily from $63,144 in 2010 to $101,785 in 2025, representing a solid 61.20% increase. Interestingly, values remained almost stagnant between 2015 and 2020 before experiencing a significant 34.69% jump in the last five years. For you as a potential homebuyer, this recent acceleration indicates a market that’s gaining momentum while still offering exceptional value compared to national averages.
19. Dry Creek
- 2025 Home Value: $94,412.77
- 2020 Home Value: $57,698.12
- 2015 Home Value: $65,537.77
- 2010 Home Value: $52,248.55
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 80.70%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 44.06%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 63.63%
Located in Raleigh County within the Beckley metropolitan area, Dry Creek shows a fascinating growth pattern you might find intriguing. You’ll observe that home values increased from $52,248 in 2010 to $94,412 in 2025, a substantial 80.70% growth. What makes this town unique is that it experienced a decline between 2015 and 2020 before surging dramatically with a 63.63% increase in just the last five years. This recent acceleration suggests you’re looking at a market that has found renewed interest while still offering homes at less than $100,000.
20. Cameron
- 2025 Home Value: $84,019.47
- 2020 Home Value: $65,112.65
- 2015 Home Value: $52,390.01
- 2010 Home Value: $43,014.23
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 95.33%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 60.37%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 29.04%
Perched in Marshall County within the Wheeling metropolitan area, Cameron offers you an attractive combination of affordability and growth. You’ll see that home values have nearly doubled from $43,014 in 2010 to $84,019 in 2025, a robust 95.33% increase. The town has experienced consistent appreciation across all time periods, with a healthy 29.04% growth in the most recent five years. For you as a homebuyer, Cameron presents a compelling value proposition with strong historical performance while maintaining a price point well below $100,000.
21. Artie
- 2025 Home Value: $75,020.20
- 2020 Home Value: $46,168.15
- 2015 Home Value: $40,041.32
- 2010 Home Value: $22,627.01
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 231.55%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 87.36%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 62.49%
Tucked away in Fayette County within the Beckley metropolitan area, Artie showcases the most dramatic growth story on our list. You’ll be astonished to learn that home values have skyrocketed from an incredibly low $22,627 in 2010 to $75,020 in 2025, an extraordinary 231.55% increase. The growth has been consistent across all periods, with a particularly impressive 62.49% surge just in the last five years. For you as a potential investor or homebuyer, Artie represents a remarkable transformation story while still offering housing at a fraction of the national average price.
22. Newell
- 2025 Home Value: $69,150.11
- 2020 Home Value: $52,836.35
- 2015 Home Value: $54,797.34
- 2010 Home Value: $50,432.02
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 37.12%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 26.19%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 30.88%
Positioned in the northern panhandle of West Virginia in Hancock County, Newell is part of the Weirton-Steubenville metropolitan area spanning West Virginia and Ohio. You’ll find that home values have grown from $50,432 in 2010 to $69,150 in 2025, representing a 37.12% increase. The town experienced a slight decrease between 2015 and 2020 before a strong 30.88% rebound in the last five years. For you, this recent surge indicates a renewed interest in the area while the overall price point remains highly accessible compared to national averages.
23. McMechen
- 2025 Home Value: $64,632.08
- 2020 Home Value: $58,690.44
- 2015 Home Value: $50,338.19
- 2010 Home Value: $41,169.20
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 56.99%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 28.40%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 10.12%
Situated along the Ohio River in Marshall County within the Wheeling metropolitan area, McMechen ranks as the third most affordable town in West Virginia. You’ll discover that home values have increased steadily from $41,169 in 2010 to $64,632 in 2025, a solid 56.99% growth. What’s noteworthy for you is that unlike many other towns on this list, McMechen saw its strongest growth period between 2010 and 2020, with a more modest 10.12% increase in the last five years. This suggests you’re looking at a market that established its value earlier and has now entered a period of more sustainable, gradual appreciation.
24. Whitesville
- 2025 Home Value: $64,526.57
- 2020 Home Value: $51,963.92
- 2015 Home Value: $55,538.36
- 2010 Home Value: $52,585.20
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 22.71%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 16.18%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 24.18%
Located in Boone County within the Charleston metropolitan area, Whitesville presents you with the second most affordable housing option in the state. You’ll notice this town has experienced the lowest growth rate among the top 25, with just a 22.71% increase since 2010, rising from $52,585 to $64,526. The data reveals an interesting pattern where values actually declined between 2015 and 2020 before recovering with a 24.18% growth in the last five years. For you as a potential homebuyer, this represents a remarkably stable and affordable market with modest but steady recent appreciation.
25. Naoma
- 2025 Home Value: $55,962.01
- 2020 Home Value: $38,892.85
- 2015 Home Value: $43,117.14
- 2010 Home Value: $38,818.85
- Change from 2010 to 2025: 44.16%
- Change from 2015 to 2025: 29.79%
- Change from 2020 to 2025: 43.89%
Nestled in Raleigh County within the Beckley metropolitan area, Naoma offers you the most affordable housing in West Virginia. You’ll find that home values have grown modestly over 15 years, rising from $38,818 in 2010 to $55,962 in 2025, representing a 44.16% increase. Interestingly, values dipped slightly between 2015 and 2020 before rebounding strongly with a 43.89% surge in the last five years. This recent growth pattern suggests you’re looking at a market that’s beginning to gain momentum while still maintaining extraordinary affordability.
