The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25301 sells for about $115,000, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $610 a month.
ZIP 25301 — Charleston
The 25301 housing market is characterized by low price points and a high concentration of rental properties, reflecting the area's lower median income levels. Market activity remains slow with limited inventory, and the high renter share suggests a market driven more by investment yield than owner-occupant demand.
This ZIP is primarily suited for investors seeking low-basis rental properties or budget-conscious renters who prioritize proximity to downtown employment centers.
Median prices moved down 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 5.6 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.2% · poverty 32.7% — 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 2.1%/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 1.9%/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 25301, Kanawha County WV
Crime rates in the 25301 area are higher than the West Virginia state average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue.
Public schools serving this ZIP are part of the Kanawha County Schools district, which faces challenges with student performance metrics compared to state averages.
The area is located within the Kanawha River valley, presenting localized flood risks for low-lying parcels near the riverfront.
Economic momentum is largely tied to the state capital's government and healthcare sectors, though the immediate ZIP 25301 area has seen limited new commercial development.
Property taxes are assessed by Kanawha County based on a state-mandated assessment ratio of 60% of fair market value, with rates determined by local levies.
Residents benefit from a very short average commute time of approximately 11 minutes due to the ZIP's central location within the city of Charleston.
The area provides access to the Kanawha River waterfront, local city parks, and proximity to the downtown Charleston shopping and dining district.
The rental market is characterized by a high renter share of approximately 79%, with steady demand but limited new supply, keeping vacancy rates moderate.
The economy is anchored by state government operations, healthcare systems, and professional services located in the Charleston metro area.
The area is served by local bus transit and is positioned near major highway corridors including I-64 and I-77.
Development is focused on urban revitalization projects within the downtown Charleston core.
The Kanawha County Assessor manages property valuations based on periodic reappraisals.
Parcels are subject to Kanawha County school district levies and municipal taxes for the city of Charleston.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood risk and the age of the housing stock.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter ZCTA 25301 profile.
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.
Major river providing recreational access and scenic views.
Central hub for local commerce and entertainment.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.