Real Estate Investing in Ceredo, West Virginia (25507)

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Wayne County • Population: 1,180 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 25507 (Ceredo, WV)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (57/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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: 20.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Lower household income: $32,574 median — tenant affordability is tighter.

• 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $138,347
Avg Monthly Rent $873
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $32,574
% Renters 14.7%

Market Analysis: 25507 Ceredo

ZIP 25507 in Ceredo, WV carries a significant set of headwinds. Home values near $138K and rents of $873/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

The 25507 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Put differently, 25507 offers a low basis, the region around Ceredo has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

The 25507 ZIP's population of 1,180 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that records the need for careful underwriting.

The right play in 25507 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Ceredo:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 59/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $873/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$145K$136K$127K$118K$109K$100KFeb 2019Nov 2022Jul 2026

📊 How Does 25507 Compare?

Metric 25507 Ceredo West Virginia
Home Value $138,347 $138,347 $169,372
5-Year CAGR 2.1% 2.1% 6.1%
Avg Rent $873 $873 -
Cap Rate 4.9% 4.9% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.9%
Fair
5yr Growth
+2.1%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $138,347
Monthly Rent $873
Price-to-Rent 13.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.6%
Cap Rate 4.9%
5-Year IRR 7.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.9%). 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
20.4%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.1%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 25507

Population: 1,180

💰 Median Household Income
$32,574
This area
$32,574
State
$53,950
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.7%
This area
14.7%
State
19.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.7%
This area
2.7%
State
-19.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
19.5%
This area
19.5%
State
-9.6%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
55.8 years
This area
55.8 years
State
-3.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
20.4%
This area
20.4%
State
23.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 86.8%
Other/Mixed 12.8%
Hispanic/Latino 9.6%
Black/African American 0.4%
👶 Under 18
14.1%
This area
14.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
30.1%
This area
30.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
15.7%
This area
15.7%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 25507

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
14.3:1 Avg Class Size
$14,947 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Ceredo-Kenova Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
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271 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,947 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

8 Nearby 3,091 Off-Campus Students
C
Tri-State Bible College
20 students · 2.4 mi
C+
Elite Welding Academy South Point
17 students · 4.0 mi
C
Mountwest Community and Technical College
1,459 students · 5.1 mi
D
Huntington Junior College
209 students · 6.0 mi
C+
Marshall University
11,027 students · 6.8 mi
C+
Ashland Community and Technical College
2,559 students · 7.2 mi
C+
Collins Career Technical Center
427 students · 7.7 mi
C+
Cabell County Career Technology Center
26 students · 9.7 mi

Investor Insight: With 3,091 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Ceredo, WV?

Rental rates in Ceredo, WV average $873/mo. Tenant demand and $138K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

How much does a house cost in Ceredo, WV?

Median home price in Ceredo, WV is near $138K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been stable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

What strategy should investors use in Ceredo, WV?

In Ceredo, WV the healthy play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $138K prices and $873/mo rents suits that approach.

Is the tenant base reliable in Ceredo, WV?

Tenant quality in Ceredo, WV ranks as solid. Landlords generally report consistent occupancy at market rents of $873/mo.

Is Ceredo, WV a smart market for rental property?

Ceredo, WV shows an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $138K and average rents around $873/mo. That combination puts it in the substantial tier for investor interest.

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