Is Masontown, WV 26542 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Masontown is a buyer’s market. With about 8.5 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Masontown housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Masontown, WV 26542 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 65 days and there were 8.5 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 fell from 40%, homes sold more slowly (63 days then) and the median sale price fell 26% to $214,907. Overall, Masontown is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Preston County, homes here sell faster than in 56% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 89%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Aurora 26705 (0% sold over asking) or Reedsville 26547 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Masontown real estate
Is Masontown a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 8.5 months of supply in Masontown, WV 26542 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 Masontown?
The typical home went under contract in 65 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Masontown sell over asking?
33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 99.2% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Masontown?
About 0.49% of a home’s value a year in Preston County, or roughly $1,960 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Masontown?
The median sale price was $214,907 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $173 per square foot.
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