Real Estate Investing in Newton, West Virginia

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4 ZIP codes • Population: 3,068 • Calhoun County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (65/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 21.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 21.6% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

2.9% 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 $135,218
Avg Monthly Rent $837
ZIP Codes 4

Investing in Newton Real Estate

Newton (West Virginia) spans 4 ZIPs and roughly a sizable population. plainly the fundamentals here skew distressed, with soft rents, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth respecting.

The investment case for Newton is difficult to make on screen data alone. better suited elsewhere for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

firmly Newton's sale market has not rewarded patience. better suited elsewhere for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

Distressed-leaning demographics in Newton — soft income growth, high rent burden, population shifts — are among the reasons the ★★★☆☆ rating sits where it does.

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Best ZIP codes in Charleston, WV

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Avg Home Value
$135,218
Avg Monthly Rent
$837
1% Rule
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Charleston, WV metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
58%
Days Pending
1/2
41 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Charleston, WV metro
41
Days to pending
7.8%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Newton, WV

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Frequently Asked Questions About Newton, WV

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Newton, WV?

Occupancy in Newton, WV runs even-keeled with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $837/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Is the tenant base reliable in Newton, WV?

Tenant quality in Newton, WV ranks as solid. Landlords generally report predictable occupancy at market rents of $837/mo.

What kind of market is Newton, WV for investors?

Newton, WV rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $135K and rents near $837/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

Is housing expensive in Newton, WV?

Typical homes in Newton, WV go for around $135K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% consistent price movement.

How strong are rents in Newton, WV?

Rent in Newton, WV is around $837/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $135K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

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