Real Estate Investing in Blacksville, West Virginia

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 119 • Monongalia County

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Should you buy in Blacksville, WV? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (40/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 25.0% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.6% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $141,019
Avg Monthly Rent $999
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Blacksville Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning corner of West Virginia: Blacksville has 1 ZIPs and a sizable population, and the investment math only works for investors who truly understand the market.

Investors considering Blacksville, WV should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

Rents in Blacksville at $999/mo have struggled to keep pace with cost increases, and vacancy has risen in pockets — a dynamic that compresses realized returns well below headline cap rates.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Blacksville a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$141,019
Avg Monthly Rent
$999
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (WV)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Morgantown, WV metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
57%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Morgantown, WV metro
0
Days to pending
7.6%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Blacksville, WV

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blacksville, WV

How does Blacksville, WV rate as a rental market?

Our data puts Blacksville, WV at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $141K and rents around $999/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How much do tenants pay in Blacksville, WV?

The typical rental in Blacksville, WV commands about $999/mo monthly. That rent profile consistent cash flow against the $141K purchase basis.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Blacksville, WV?

Blacksville, WV vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

How viable is house hacking in Blacksville, WV?

Blacksville, WV is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $141K price point reasonable to enter.

What is the typical renter like in Blacksville, WV?

The renter base in Blacksville, WV is reasonable for the $999/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields reliable tenants.

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