Is Bethany, WV 26032 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Bethany is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 100% 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 Bethany housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Bethany, WV 26032 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 102 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 1 sale, 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 (100% then), homes sold more slowly (23 days then) and the median sale price fell 7% to $177,423. Overall, Bethany is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Brooke County, homes here sell more slowly than in any other ZIP code in the county, and sell more often over asking than in 75%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Follansbee 26037 (25% sold over asking) or Wellsburg 26070 (36% sold over asking).
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Questions about Bethany real estate
Is Bethany a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Bethany, WV 26032 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 Bethany?
The typical home went under contract in 102 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Bethany sell over asking?
100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 101.4% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Bethany?
About 0.53% of a home’s value a year in Brooke County, or roughly $2,120 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Bethany?
The median sale price was $177,423 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $118 per square foot.
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