Real Estate Investing in Coalton, West Virginia

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 796 • Randolph County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

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

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 12.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.1% 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 $140,633
Avg Monthly Rent $837
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Coalton Real Estate

Across Coalton's 1 ZIPs, the picture is muted: $141K median values, $837/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

Across Coalton's 1 ZIPs, fundamentals run subdued: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

The $837/mo / $141K relationship in Coalton looks sluggish once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. appears to the realized yield tends to disappoint.

Demographics in Coalton show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is modest relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Best ZIP codes in Elkins, WV

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Avg Home Value
$140,633
Avg Monthly Rent
$837
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (WV)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Elkins, WV metro

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

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☀️ Warm Market — Elkins, WV metro
0
Days to pending
7.4%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Coalton, WV

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Frequently Asked Questions About Coalton, WV

Is Coalton, WV landlord-friendly?

The landlord environment in Coalton, WV is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

Which investment style suits Coalton, WV?

Most investors in Coalton, WV run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

What are home prices like in Coalton, WV?

Homes in Coalton, WV typically sell near $141K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which reliable long-term demand.

Is Coalton, WV a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Coalton, WV rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $141K and rents near $837/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

Is the tenant base reliable in Coalton, WV?

Coalton, WV offers a measured renter base at the $837/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

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