Is West Charleston, VT 05872 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

West Charleston is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 33% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Months of supply3.2Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list33.3%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list98.3%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market48Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$210▼ −21.2% vs. last year

The West Charleston housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in West Charleston, VT 05872 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 48 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 6 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold more slowly (34 days then) and the median sale price rose 6% to $401,576. Overall, West Charleston is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Orleans County, homes here sell faster than in 76% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 71%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Troy 05868 (0% sold over asking) or Lowell 05847 (0% sold over asking), while Newport Center 05857 (50% sold over asking) and Westfield 05874 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Albany 05820 — /sq ftBarton 05822Buyer’s market $215 /sq ftBarton 05875 — /sq ftCraftsbury 05826Balanced $322 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about West Charleston real estate

Is West Charleston a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in West Charleston, VT 05872 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in West Charleston?

The typical home went under contract in 48 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in West Charleston sell over asking?

33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.3% of the list price.

What are property taxes in West Charleston?

About 1.65% of a home’s value a year in Orleans County, or roughly $6,600 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in West Charleston?

The median sale price was $401,576 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $210 per square foot.

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