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Is Belington, WV 26250 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Balanced 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Belington is a balanced market. With about 5.8 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply5.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list40%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list115.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market63Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$122▲ +13.5% vs. last year

The Belington housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 40% of homes in Belington, WV 26250 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 63 days and there were 5.8 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. With only 5 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 13%, homes sold faster (74 days then) and the median sale price rose 16% to $134,942. Overall, Belington is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Junior 26275 (0% sold over asking) or Volga 26238 (0% sold over asking).

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Questions about Belington real estate

Is Belington a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A balanced market: there were 5.8 months of supply in Belington, WV 26250 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 Belington?

The typical home went under contract in 63 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Belington sell over asking?

40% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 115.1% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Belington?

About 0.43% of a home’s value a year in Barbour County, or roughly $1,720 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Belington?

The median sale price was $134,942 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $122 per square foot.

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