I’ve analyzed the Zillow Home Value Index data to identify trends in West Virginia’s residential real estate market from 2010 to 2025. The findings reveal dramatic shifts in property values across the Mountain State, with eastern panhandle communities showing exceptional growth due to their proximity to the DC metro area. Home values in these towns have nearly doubled in just a decade, outpacing the national average and transforming parts of West Virginia into investment hotspots.
What’s particularly fascinating is how small, scenic towns like Davis have experienced some of the highest growth rates (70.68% in just five years), highlighting West Virginia’s growing appeal for both remote workers and vacation homebuyers. The average home value among the top 25 towns now stands at $325,034, a figure that would have seemed impossible just a decade ago in one of America’s traditionally most affordable states.
The data shows a clear geographical divide with the eastern counties near Virginia and Maryland dominating the high-value rankings. These areas benefit from their commuting distance to larger economic centers while offering the lower cost of living and natural beauty that West Virginia is known for.
25. Winfield
- January 2025 Home Value: $275,783
- January 2020 Home Value: $194,920
- January 2015 Home Value: $173,826
- January 2011 Home Value: $173,072
- Change 2020-2025: 41.49%
- Change 2015-2025: 58.65%
- Change 2011-2025: 59.35%
You’ll find property values in Winfield have increased by over 41% in just the last five years. This Putnam County town, situated within the Huntington-Ashland metro area, has seen steady growth with home values climbing from $173,072 in 2011 to $275,783 in 2025. Located along the Kanawha River, Winfield offers residents easy access to both Charleston and Huntington while maintaining its small-town charm.
24. Lewisburg
- January 2025 Home Value: $277,600
- January 2020 Home Value: $189,500
- January 2015 Home Value: $159,443
- January 2011 Home Value: $171,005
- Change 2020-2025: 46.49%
- Change 2015-2025: 74.11%
- Change 2011-2025: 62.33%
Your investment in Lewisburg property would have yielded an impressive 46.49% return since 2020. This charming Greenbrier County town has attracted homebuyers with its historic downtown and cultural amenities, driving home values from $171,005 in 2011 to $277,600 in 2025. Nestled in the Greenbrier Valley near the Virginia border, Lewisburg combines small-town living with surprising sophistication as home to the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine.
23. High View
- January 2025 Home Value: $278,663
- January 2020 Home Value: $174,580
- January 2015 Home Value: $149,525
- January 2011 Home Value: $147,871
- Change 2020-2025: 59.62%
- Change 2015-2025: 86.37%
- Change 2011-2025: 88.45%
Your real estate dollar has stretched less far in High View each year, with property values climbing nearly 60% since 2020. This Hampshire County community within the Winchester, VA-WV metro area has experienced steady appreciation from $147,871 in 2011 to $278,663 in 2025. High View lives up to its name with elevated terrain offering stunning vistas of the surrounding Appalachian landscape while providing a rural lifestyle within commuting distance to larger economic centers.
22. Bridgeport
- January 2025 Home Value: $282,627
- January 2020 Home Value: $213,506
- January 2015 Home Value: $180,728
- January 2011 Home Value: $170,601
- Change 2020-2025: 32.37%
- Change 2015-2025: 56.38%
- Change 2011-2025: 65.67%
Your property investment in Bridgeport would have yielded the most modest five-year growth among the top 25 towns, but still an impressive 32.37% since 2020. Located in Harrison County within the Clarksburg metro area, Bridgeport has seen home values rise from $170,601 in 2011 to $282,627 in 2025. This well-established community benefits from its proximity to the North Central West Virginia Airport and I-79, making it an important economic hub for the region.
21. Baker
- January 2025 Home Value: $285,320
- January 2020 Home Value: $167,832
- January 2015 Home Value: $154,348
- January 2011 Home Value: N/A
- Change 2020-2025: 70.00%
- Change 2015-2025: 84.86%
- Change 2011-2025: N/A
You’d be impressed by Baker’s remarkable 70% home value growth in just five years. This Hardy County community has seen prices surge from $154,348 in 2015 to $285,320 in 2025, making it one of the state’s fastest-appreciating markets. Situated in the scenic Lost River Valley, Baker offers outdoor enthusiasts easy access to George Washington National Forest while maintaining the peaceful, rural atmosphere that’s increasingly attracting remote workers and second-home buyers.
20. North Hills
- January 2025 Home Value: $287,024
- January 2020 Home Value: $205,022
- January 2015 Home Value: $168,233
- January 2011 Home Value: $150,735
- Change 2020-2025: 40.00%
- Change 2015-2025: 70.61%
- Change 2011-2025: 90.42%
Your dollar doesn’t stretch as far in North Hills today, with property values climbing 40% since 2020. This Wood County community within the Parkersburg-Vienna metro area has seen steady appreciation from $150,735 in 2011 to $287,024 in 2025. Located just north of Parkersburg, North Hills offers residents an upscale suburban lifestyle with easy access to the employment opportunities of the Mid-Ohio Valley region.
19. Slanesville
- January 2025 Home Value: $287,257
- January 2020 Home Value: $175,555
- January 2015 Home Value: $153,030
- January 2011 Home Value: $148,392
- Change 2020-2025: 63.63%
- Change 2015-2025: 87.71%
- Change 2011-2025: 93.58%
Your investment in Slanesville property would have netted you a 63.63% return in just five years. This Hampshire County community in the Winchester, VA-WV metro area has seen home values nearly double since 2011, rising from $148,392 to $287,257 in 2025. Positioned along the Northwestern Turnpike, Slanesville offers residents rural tranquility while still providing manageable commutes to employment centers across the tri-state region.
18. Points
- January 2025 Home Value: $287,600
- January 2020 Home Value: $173,572
- January 2015 Home Value: $145,119
- January 2011 Home Value: $142,874
- Change 2020-2025: 65.70%
- Change 2015-2025: 98.18%
- Change 2011-2025: 101.30%
Your real estate investment in Points would have more than doubled in value since 2011. This Hampshire County town in the Winchester, VA-WV metro area has experienced dramatic growth, with home values increasing from $142,874 in 2011 to $287,600 in 2025 – a remarkable 101.30% gain. Located near the Virginia border, Points offers residents a quiet country lifestyle while still being accessible to the economic opportunities of the broader region.
17. Martinsburg
- January 2025 Home Value: $291,316
- January 2020 Home Value: $186,147
- January 2015 Home Value: $149,950
- January 2011 Home Value: N/A
- Change 2020-2025: 56.50%
- Change 2015-2025: 94.28%
- Change 2011-2025: N/A
Your financial outlook would be positive had you invested in Martinsburg real estate, with values increasing 56.50% since 2020. This Berkeley County city, the largest in the Eastern Panhandle, has seen home values climb from $149,950 in 2015 to $291,316 in 2025. Martinsburg serves as an economic hub within the Hagerstown-Martinsburg metro area, offering residents the amenities of a small city while providing commuter rail access to Washington, DC through the MARC train system.
16. Bloomery
- January 2025 Home Value: $294,288
- January 2020 Home Value: $184,824
- January 2015 Home Value: $164,106
- January 2011 Home Value: $163,332
- Change 2020-2025: 59.23%
- Change 2015-2025: 79.33%
- Change 2011-2025: 80.18%
Your investment in Bloomery would have appreciated by almost 60% in the last five years. This Hampshire County community in the Winchester, VA-WV metro area has seen property values rise from $163,332 in 2011 to $294,288 in 2025. Nestled along the Cacapon River near the Virginia border, Bloomery offers residents a secluded rural lifestyle while still providing access to regional amenities and employment centers.
15. Bolivar
- January 2025 Home Value: $295,049
- January 2020 Home Value: $190,126
- January 2015 Home Value: $149,335
- January 2011 Home Value: $136,943
- Change 2020-2025: 55.19%
- Change 2015-2025: 97.58%
- Change 2011-2025: 115.45%
Your real estate investment in Bolivar would have more than doubled since 2011, with a 115.45% increase in property values. This Jefferson County town within the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area has seen home values surge from $136,943 in 2011 to $295,049 in 2025. Adjacent to historic Harpers Ferry and situated between the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers, Bolivar benefits from tourism, natural beauty, and its commutable distance to the DC area.
14. Berkeley Springs
- January 2025 Home Value: $299,681
- January 2020 Home Value: $176,008
- January 2015 Home Value: $150,587
- January 2011 Home Value: $140,020
- Change 2020-2025: 70.27%
- Change 2015-2025: 99.01%
- Change 2011-2025: 114.03%
Your property in Berkeley Springs would have jumped in value by over 70% since 2020. This Morgan County town in the Hagerstown-Martinsburg metro area has enjoyed remarkable appreciation, with home values increasing from $140,020 in 2011 to $299,681 in 2025. Known for its historic mineral springs and spa culture, Berkeley Springs has transformed from a weekend getaway to a desirable residential community with easy access to both the Washington and Baltimore metropolitan areas.
13. Inwood
- January 2025 Home Value: $302,543
- January 2020 Home Value: $190,352
- January 2015 Home Value: $149,791
- January 2011 Home Value: N/A
- Change 2020-2025: 58.94%
- Change 2015-2025: 101.98%
- Change 2011-2025: N/A
Your financial portfolio would have benefited from Inwood real estate, with values more than doubling since 2015. This growing Berkeley County community within the Hagerstown-Martinsburg metro area has seen home values surge from $149,791 in 2015 to $302,543 in 2025. Located just south of Martinsburg along I-81, Inwood has transformed from a rural crossroads into a suburban community with numerous housing developments catering to commuters working throughout the region.
12. Capon Bridge
- January 2025 Home Value: $312,396
- January 2020 Home Value: $195,982
- January 2015 Home Value: $169,460
- January 2011 Home Value: $166,283
- Change 2020-2025: 59.40%
- Change 2015-2025: 84.35%
- Change 2011-2025: 87.87%
Your money would have grown substantially had you purchased in Capon Bridge, with property values increasing 59.40% since 2020. This Hampshire County town in the Winchester, VA-WV metro area has seen home values rise from $166,283 in 2011 to $312,396 in 2025. Situated along the Cacapon River, this historic community offers rural charm while providing reasonable commuting access to Winchester, Virginia and the broader Washington metropolitan area.
11. Bunker Hill
- January 2025 Home Value: $312,419
- January 2020 Home Value: $199,845
- January 2015 Home Value: $156,432
- January 2011 Home Value: N/A
- Change 2020-2025: 56.33%
- Change 2015-2025: 99.72%
- Change 2011-2025: N/A
Your investment in Bunker Hill would have nearly doubled since 2015, with property values rising from $156,432 to $312,419. This growing Berkeley County community within the Hagerstown-Martinsburg metro area has seen a 56.33% increase in just the last five years. Located along I-81 between Martinsburg and Winchester, Bunker Hill offers convenient access to regional employment centers while maintaining a more affordable cost of living compared to nearby communities in Virginia and Maryland.
10. Hedgesville
- January 2025 Home Value: $319,492
- January 2020 Home Value: $193,911
- January 2015 Home Value: $156,973
- January 2011 Home Value: $125,343
- Change 2020-2025: 64.76%
- Change 2015-2025: 103.53%
- Change 2011-2025: 154.89%
Your real estate investment in Hedgesville would have yielded the highest long-term return among the top 25 towns, with a staggering 154.89% increase since 2011. This Berkeley County community in the Hagerstown-Martinsburg metro area has seen home values skyrocket from $125,343 in 2011 to $319,492 in 2025. Nestled in the rolling hills west of Martinsburg, Hedgesville combines historic small-town charm with newer housing developments that attract commuters working throughout the four-state region.
9. Gerrardstown
- January 2025 Home Value: $320,273
- January 2020 Home Value: $196,875
- January 2015 Home Value: $154,855
- January 2011 Home Value: $159,852
- Change 2020-2025: 62.68%
- Change 2015-2025: 106.82%
- Change 2011-2025: 100.36%
Your property value in Gerrardstown would have doubled since 2011, growing from $159,852 to $320,273. This historic Berkeley County community within the Hagerstown-Martinsburg metro area has experienced a remarkable 62.68% growth just in the last five years. Located in the scenic Back Creek Valley southwest of Martinsburg, Gerrardstown offers a rural setting with historic architecture while still providing relatively easy access to regional employment centers.
8. Falling Waters
- January 2025 Home Value: $321,339
- January 2020 Home Value: $217,007
- January 2015 Home Value: $185,482
- January 2011 Home Value: N/A
- Change 2020-2025: 48.08%
- Change 2015-2025: 73.25%
- Change 2011-2025: N/A
Your financial position would have strengthened with Falling Waters real estate, which has appreciated 48.08% since 2020. This Berkeley County community in the Hagerstown-Martinsburg metro area has seen home values rise from $185,482 in 2015 to $321,339 in 2025. Strategically located along I-81 at the northernmost point of West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle, Falling Waters offers easy access to both Hagerstown, Maryland and Martinsburg while providing a suburban lifestyle near the Potomac River.
7. Davis
- January 2025 Home Value: $323,468
- January 2020 Home Value: $189,515
- January 2015 Home Value: $163,430
- January 2011 Home Value: $196,557
- Change 2020-2025: 70.68%
- Change 2015-2025: 97.92%
- Change 2011-2025: 64.57%
Your portfolio would have performed exceptionally well with Davis real estate, which has experienced the highest five-year growth rate among the top 25 towns at 70.68%. This Tucker County community has rebounded dramatically from earlier price fluctuations, with values growing from a dip to $163,430 in 2015 to $323,468 in 2025. Situated at the highest elevation of any town in West Virginia, Davis has transformed from a timber town into a premier mountain destination known for outdoor recreation at nearby Canaan Valley Resort and Blackwater Falls State Park.
6. Kearneysville
- January 2025 Home Value: $370,290
- January 2020 Home Value: $240,892
- January 2015 Home Value: $198,873
- January 2011 Home Value: $172,534
- Change 2020-2025: 53.72%
- Change 2015-2025: 86.19%
- Change 2011-2025: 114.62%
Your investment in Kearneysville property would have more than doubled since 2011, climbing from $172,534 to $370,290. This Jefferson County community within the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area has seen a solid 53.72% growth since 2020. Located between Charles Town and Martinsburg along Route 9, Kearneysville combines agricultural heritage with newer residential developments that attract commuters to both West Virginia employment centers and the greater Washington metropolitan area.
5. Harpers Ferry
- January 2025 Home Value: $382,981
- January 2020 Home Value: $239,392
- January 2015 Home Value: $195,015
- January 2011 Home Value: $186,708
- Change 2020-2025: 59.98%
- Change 2015-2025: 96.38%
- Change 2011-2025: 105.12%
Your real estate holdings in Harpers Ferry would have doubled in value since 2011, appreciating from $186,708 to $382,981. This historic Jefferson County town within the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area has seen home values surge nearly 60% just since 2020. Situated at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers where West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland meet, Harpers Ferry combines national historical significance with natural beauty and convenient MARC train access to Washington, DC.
4. Charles Town
- January 2025 Home Value: $388,641
- January 2020 Home Value: $256,883
- January 2015 Home Value: $212,152
- January 2011 Home Value: $193,157
- Change 2020-2025: 51.29%
- Change 2015-2025: 83.19%
- Change 2011-2025: 101.20%
Your money would have doubled in value had you invested in Charles Town real estate since 2011. This Jefferson County seat within the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area has seen home values increase from $193,157 in 2011 to $388,641 in 2025. Located just 60 miles from Washington DC, Charles Town offers residents a blend of historic charm, entertainment options centered around the Hollywood Casino, and increasingly upscale housing developments attracting professionals seeking more affordable alternatives to the DC housing market.
3. Shenandoah Junction
- January 2025 Home Value: $424,425
- January 2020 Home Value: $263,356
- January 2015 Home Value: $222,920
- January 2011 Home Value: $187,750
- Change 2020-2025: 61.16%
- Change 2015-2025: 90.39%
- Change 2011-2025: 126.06%
Your investment foresight would have paid off handsomely in Shenandoah Junction, with property values increasing by a remarkable 126.06% since 2011. This growing Jefferson County community within the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area has seen home values surge from $187,750 in 2011 to $424,425 in 2025. Situated along the CSX railroad line with a historic train station, this once-rural community has transformed into an increasingly desirable residential area with newer subdivisions attracting professionals who appreciate its rural character combined with commutable access to regional job centers.
2. Summit Point
- January 2025 Home Value: $443,002
- January 2020 Home Value: $279,518
- January 2015 Home Value: N/A
- January 2011 Home Value: N/A
- Change 2020-2025: 58.49%
- Change 2015-2025: N/A
- Change 2011-2025: N/A
Your financial position would have strengthened considerably with Summit Point real estate, which has appreciated 58.49% in just five years. This exclusive Jefferson County community within the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area has seen home values climb from $279,518 in 2020 to $443,002 in 2025. Known for its equestrian heritage and motorsports park, Summit Point offers an upscale rural lifestyle with large-lot properties that appeal to affluent homebuyers seeking privacy within commuting distance of the Washington metropolitan area.
1. Shepherdstown
- January 2025 Home Value: $462,368
- January 2020 Home Value: $305,659
- January 2015 Home Value: $258,104
- January 2011 Home Value: $240,886
- Change 2020-2025: 51.27%
- Change 2015-2025: 79.14%
- Change 2011-2025: 91.94%
Your property investment in Shepherdstown would have been the most lucrative in the state, with the highest average home value in West Virginia at $462,368. This historic Jefferson County town within the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area has seen property values nearly double since 2011. Home to Shepherd University and the oldest town in West Virginia, Shepherdstown combines historic architecture, a vibrant arts scene, and a charming downtown with proximity to both natural attractions like the Potomac River and economic opportunities throughout the greater Washington region.
