Real Estate Investing in Ohio County, West Virginia

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3 ZIP codes • Population: 45,097

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (65/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
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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: 16.3% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.0% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $183,698
Avg Monthly Rent $946
ZIP Codes 3

Investing in Ohio County Real Estate

Across Ohio County's 3 ZIPs, the picture is muted β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

unambiguously Ohio County's β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† aggregate rating reflects muted investor metrics across the board β€” soft rent growth, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth taking seriously.

A 45,097 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Ohio a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$183,698
Avg Monthly Rent
$946
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (WV)
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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Ohio County

2 Colleges 2,011 Students 484 Off-Campus Renters
C
West Virginia Northern Community College
2-Year Public Β· 1,263 students
πŸ“ ~484 students rent off-campus
D
Wheeling University
4-Year Private Β· 748 students

Cities in Ohio County

ZIP Codes in Ohio County, WV

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio County

How strong is, WV for real estate investors?

, WV scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $184K and rents near $946/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

Is housing expensive in, WV?

, WV home values average about $184K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $946/mo in monthly income.

What is the rental occupancy rate in, WV?

Occupancy in, WV runs even-keeled with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $946/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Is, WV a friendly market for rental owners?

, WV falls under WV landlord-tenant law, which is tenant-protective. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

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