The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 26269 sells for about $225,000, or $118 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 92 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $442 a month.
ZIP 26269 — Hambleton
The 26269 housing market is a low-volume, rural environment where affordability is the primary driver. Limited inventory and stagnant population growth contribute to a stable but slow-moving market, with pricing largely dictated by local economic conditions rather than speculative demand.
This ZIP is best suited for local workers, retirees, or outdoor enthusiasts seeking affordable rural living; it is less ideal for commuters requiring proximity to major urban employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 92 days on market with 8.4 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.4% · poverty 5.6% — 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 3.9%/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 4.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 26269, Tucker County WV
Local schools in Tucker County are generally characterized by small class sizes and rural district constraints, with performance metrics often reflecting the broader economic challenges of the region.
The area is subject to standard Appalachian flood and winter weather risks; property insurance availability is stable but premiums are sensitive to regional wildfire and storm exposure.
Economic momentum is limited, with the area primarily serving as a rural residential base; there are no major corporate headquarters or large-scale infrastructure projects currently under construction.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Tucker County; the rate is determined by the state-mandated levy structure applied to the assessed value of real property.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically traveling to nearby towns in Tucker County for employment; there is no significant public transit infrastructure.
The area offers access to the Monongahela National Forest and Blackwater Falls State Park, providing extensive opportunities for hiking, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and limited turnover, with demand driven by local workforce needs rather than investor-led short-term rental activity.
The local economy is driven by tourism, forestry, and small-scale service industries within Tucker County.
Transportation is entirely reliant on regional highway corridors; there is no public transit system.
There are no major approved or under-construction developments reported for this ZIP code.
The Tucker County Assessor manages property valuations based on state-wide assessment standards.
Parcels are subject to standard county and school district levies; no special MUD or PID districts are reported.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles including winter storms and forest fire risk.
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.
Large federal forest providing extensive hiking and outdoor access.
Notable state park featuring waterfalls and scenic overlooks.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.