The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 26241 sells for about $185,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $846 a month.
ZIP 26241 — Elkins
The housing market in 26241 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by limited inventory and steady local demand. Market conditions are characterized by a balanced pace of sales and a reliance on the local healthcare and education sectors for economic stability.
This area is well-suited for families and individuals seeking an affordable, small-town lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation and a lower cost of living.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 4.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.4% · 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 3.6%/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 3.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 26241, Randolph County WV
Crime rates in the Elkins/26241 area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the area are part of the Randolph County School District, which provides standard public education services for the region.
The area contains pockets of high-risk flood zones, particularly near the Tygart Valley River, and property owners should verify specific parcel flood-plain status.
Economic momentum is driven by local government, healthcare, and education sectors, with steady but modest development activity centered around the city of Elkins.
Property taxes are assessed by Randolph County based on a percentage of fair market value, with rates determined by local levies and school district requirements.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents traveling within the immediate Randolph County area for employment.
The area offers significant outdoor access, including proximity to the Monongahela National Forest, local city parks, and regional hiking trails.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and stable demand, primarily serving local workers and students.
The economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and government services, with a mix of small-scale retail and tourism-related businesses.
Development is focused on small-scale commercial infill and residential improvements within the city limits.
Parcels are subject to Randolph County school and municipal tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau 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.
Extensive outdoor recreation area serving the region.
Local college providing cultural and educational events.
Community park with recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.