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Is Slatyfork, WV 26291 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Slatyfork is a buyer’s market. With about 17.1 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply17.1Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list—Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market13Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$196▼ −45.9% vs. last year

The Slatyfork housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Slatyfork, WV 26291 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 13 days and there were 17.1 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 3 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 (69 days then) and the median sale price fell 77% to $156,932. Overall, Slatyfork is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Pocahontas County, homes here sell faster, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.

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Questions about Slatyfork real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 17.1 months of supply in Slatyfork, WV 26291 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 Slatyfork?

The typical home went under contract in 13 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Slatyfork sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in Slatyfork?

About 0.30% of a home’s value a year in Pocahontas County, or roughly $1,200 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Slatyfork?

The median sale price was $156,932 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $196 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