The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 26384 sells for about $145,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 26384 — Linn
The housing market in 26384 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation. Demand is driven by local residents and those seeking affordable rural living, though limited new construction keeps the market tight.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious families and retirees seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with lower costs of living compared to urban centers.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a fast-moving 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 0.0% · poverty 59.7% — 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 2.6%/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 2.6%/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 26384, Marion County WV
Crime rates in this rural area are generally lower than the national average, with property-related incidents being the most common reports.
Schools serving this area are part of the local county district, which maintains a modest academic performance rating compared to state averages.
The area is subject to standard regional flood risks near water bodies and seasonal wildfire precautions common to the Appalachian region.
Economic momentum is stable but slow, primarily driven by local service industries and regional manufacturing hubs within commuting distance.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with standard homestead exemptions available for primary residences.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby regional employment centers via state routes.
The area offers access to local parks and outdoor recreational activities, including hiking and fishing, typical of the surrounding mountainous terrain.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and limited inventory, with most rentals consisting of single-family homes.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and regional retail services, with a reliance on employment centers in nearby cities.
Transportation is almost exclusively private vehicle-based, with limited public transit options available.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP.
The county appraisal district conducts periodic reassessments to align property values with market trends.
Parcels are subject to standard county and school district tax levies, with no significant MUD or PID presence.
Property insurance premiums are moderate, reflecting the area's rural nature and standard hazard risk profile.
Net domestic migration is stable, with a slight trend of residents moving toward regional employment hubs.
West Virginia follows a non-judicial foreclosure process, allowing for relatively efficient resolution of defaulted mortgages.
Sellers are required to provide a standard property condition disclosure form to buyers at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 26384 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.
Features scenic waterfalls and hiking trails serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.