Real Estate Investing in Beverly, West Virginia (26293)

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Randolph County • Population: 713 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 26293 (Beverly, WV)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GREAT FIT
Grade A (88/100)

Strong fundamentals — affordable, appreciating, and stable. A confident pick for primary residence.

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • 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 $166,397
Avg Monthly Rent $864
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $128,355
% Renters 26.2%

Market Analysis: 26293 Beverly

Investors eyeing 26293 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $166K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $166K asset, 26293 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Turning to rents, 26293 offers a low basis, the region around Beverly has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

In practical terms, 713 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.

New investors are better served looking at Beverly's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 26293. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Beverly:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 71/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 1.3× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $864/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Elkins, WV Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
7.4%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Elkins, WV metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$173K$158K$144K$129K$115K$100KApr 2016Jun 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 26293 Compare?

Metric 26293 Beverly Elkins, WV West Virginia
Home Value $166,397 $175,085 N/A $169,372
5-Year CAGR 4.0% 4.6% N/A 6.1%
Avg Rent $864 $873 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.1% 3.9% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.1%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.0%
Moderate

📉 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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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $166,397
Monthly Rent $864
Price-to-Rent 16.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.2%
Cap Rate 4.1%
5-Year IRR 8.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.1%). 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
0.0%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 26293

Population: 713

💰 Median Household Income
$128,355
This area
$128,355
State
$53,950
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
26.2%
This area
26.2%
State
19.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.3%
This area
2.3%
State
-19.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
18.2%
This area
18.2%
State
-9.6%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.7 years
This area
39.7 years
State
-3.8 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
23.5%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 100.0%
👶 Under 18
16.9%
This area
16.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
6.4%
This area
6.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

2 Nearby 8 Off-Campus Students
C+
Randolph Technical Center
11 students · 8.8 mi
C
Davis & Elkins College
683 students · 11.4 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beverly, WV a smart market for rental property?

Our data puts Beverly, WV at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $166K and rents around $864/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What investment strategy works best in Beverly, WV?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Beverly, WV. The numbers - $166K homes against $864/mo rents - support that play.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Beverly, WV?

Occupancy in Beverly, WV runs reliable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $864/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

How viable is house hacking in Beverly, WV?

House hacking works a challenging in Beverly, WV. Rents of $864/mo against $166K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

What do rentals go for in Beverly, WV?

Expect rents around $864/mo per month in Beverly, WV. With home values at $166K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

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