Real Estate Investing in Monterville, West Virginia

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 532 • Randolph County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (62/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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2.5 / 5 (45/100)

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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 39.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 27.4% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

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2.5/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

1.5% 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 $126,278
Avg Monthly Rent $819
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Monterville Real Estate

Monterville in West Virginia is one of the markets where the numbers warn before they reward — 2 ZIPs, a sizable population, and a rating that reflects material risk.

A 2.5 rating and a 5-year CAGR of 0.0% are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting, not spreadsheet tourism. Monterville is in that category.

Market conditions in Monterville are underwhelming. Days-on-market has stretched, rent growth has stalled, and the 0.0% 5-year CAGR understates how uneven the underlying ZIPs really are.

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

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Avg Home Value
$126,278
Avg Monthly Rent
$819
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 Monterville, WV

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monterville, WV

Should investors consider Monterville, WV?

Monterville, WV stands at an investability rating of 2.5/5, with median home values near $126K and average rents around $819/mo. That combination puts it in the significant tier for investor interest.

Which investment style suits Monterville, WV?

Most investors in Monterville, WV run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 2.5/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

What are vacancy rates like in Monterville, WV?

Monterville, WV carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect predictable absorption at market rents of $819/mo.

What is the renter demographic in Monterville, WV?

Tenant demand in Monterville, WV is solid. The local workforce $819/mo rents across most rental classes.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Monterville, WV?

Rents in Monterville, WV run near $819/mo. Compared with median home prices of $126K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

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