Real Estate Investing in Winfield, West Virginia (25213)

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Putnam County • Population: 6,274 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 25213 (Winfield, WV)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $299,570
Avg Monthly Rent $999
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $81,691
% Renters 14.6%

Market Analysis: 25213 Winfield

From a cash-flow lens, ZIP 25213 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $300K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 25213 shows the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Statewide comparisons place 25213 among WV's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Turning to rents, 6,274 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

looks to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Winfield:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 69/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $999/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 25213

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.6% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+7.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$85,629/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $175,616 $1,110 4.6% $87,808
3BR $256,886 $1,540 4.3% +7.4% $85,629
4BR $410,527 $1,670 2.9% +7.2% $102,632
5BR $522,499 +6.7% $104,500

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$310K$280K$249K$219K$189K$159KOct 2007Mar 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 25213 Compare?

Metric 25213 Winfield West Virginia
Home Value $299,570 $299,570 $169,372
5-Year CAGR 5.9% 5.9% 6.1%
Avg Rent $999 $999 -
Cap Rate 2.6% 2.6% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.9%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $299,570
Monthly Rent $999
Price-to-Rent 25.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.0%
Cap Rate 2.6%
5-Year IRR 8.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.6%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 25213

Population: 6,274

💰 Median Household Income
$81,691
This area
$81,691
State
$53,950
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.6%
This area
14.6%
State
19.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.2%
This area
1.2%
State
-19.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
35.6%
This area
35.6%
State
-9.6%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
38.5 years
This area
38.5 years
State
-3.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.1%
This area
4.1%
State
23.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.5%
Other/Mixed 2.4%
Asian 1.1%
Black/African American 1.0%
Hispanic/Latino 0.4%
👶 Under 18
24.3%
This area
24.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
16.0%
This area
16.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.7%
This area
4.7%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 25213

A Avg School Grade
4 Schools
14.1:1 Avg Class Size
$14,128 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Winfield Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
523 Students
👨‍🏫
11.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,128 Per Student
A Very Good

Winfield Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
533 Students
👨‍🏫
14.8:1 Class Size
💰
$14,128 Per Student
A Very Good

Winfield High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
792 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,128 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Eastbrook Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
267 Students
👨‍🏫
15.5:1 Class Size
💰
$14,128 Per Student

Nearby Schools (3 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A Very Good

George Washington Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
📍 Route 62N, Eleanor
👥
284 Students
👨‍🏫
10.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,128 Per Student
B+ Above Average

George Washington Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
📍 409 Eleanor Circle, Eleanor
👥
214 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,128 Per Student
C+ Average

Putnam Career & Technical Center

📚 09 – 12 High School Limited Data
📍 300 Roosevelt Blvd., Eleanor
💰
$14,128 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

5 Nearby 830 Off-Campus Students
C+
Putnam Career and Technical Center
32 students · 1.9 mi
C
Strayer University-West Virginia
395 students · 3.7 mi
C
West Virginia Junior College-Charleston
317 students · 9.1 mi
C+
West Virginia State University
3,458 students · 12.1 mi
C+
Ben Franklin Career Center
99 students · 13.2 mi

Investor Insight: With 830 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What price range are homes in Winfield, WV?

Median home price in Winfield, WV is near $300K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been consistent and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

What is the tenant pool like in Winfield, WV?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Winfield, WV. The rental market absorbs $999/mo rents without meaningful friction.

Which real estate strategy fits Winfield, WV?

The best-fit strategy in Winfield, WV is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

How strong is Winfield, WV for real estate investors?

Winfield, WV rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $300K and rents near $999/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

How landlord-friendly is Winfield, WV?

Landlord-friendliness in Winfield, WV is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

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