Is Talcott, WV 24981 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Talcott is a seller’s market. With about 1.6 months of supply and 0% 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.
The Talcott housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Talcott, WV 24981 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 26 days and there were 1.6 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. 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 was about the same (0% then), homes sold faster (64 days then) and the median sale price rose 68% to $269,383. Overall, Talcott is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Summers County, homes here sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
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Questions about Talcott real estate
Is Talcott a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 1.6 months of supply in Talcott, WV 24981 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 Talcott?
The typical home went under contract in 26 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Talcott sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price.
What are property taxes in Talcott?
About 0.31% of a home’s value a year in Summers County, or roughly $1,240 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Talcott?
The median sale price was $269,383 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $154 per square foot.
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology