Is Princeton, WV 24739 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Princeton is a buyer’s market. With about 41.6 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Princeton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Princeton, WV 24739 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 38 days and there were 41.6 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 2 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 7%, homes sold faster (43 days then) and the median sale price fell 13% to $201,413. Overall, Princeton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Mercer County, homes here sell faster than in any other ZIP code in the county, and sell more often over asking than in 88%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Lerona 25971 (0% sold over asking) or Flat Top 25841 (0% sold over asking), while Camp Creek 25820 (100% sold over asking) is even more competitive.
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Questions about Princeton real estate
Is Princeton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 41.6 months of supply in Princeton, WV 24739 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 Princeton?
The typical home went under contract in 38 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Princeton sell over asking?
50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.7% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Princeton?
About 0.54% of a home’s value a year in Mercer County, or roughly $2,160 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Princeton?
The median sale price was $201,413 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $145 per square foot.
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