Is Nettie, WV 26681 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Nettie is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 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.

Months of supply3.2Under 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 market364Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft$22

The Nettie housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Nettie, WV 26681 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 364 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.

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

Nearby, Mount Nebo 26679 (100% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

About the area

Nicholas County, WV

Population	871
Median income	$50,786
Average income	$53,061
Median home value	$70,700
Owner-occupied	93% of homes
Median year built	1984

Natural hazard riskWinter storms (relatively high)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (household income; home value as estimated by owners), ZIP code tabulation area 26681; hazard risk from the FEMA National Risk Index for the census tracts in this ZIP code (not endorsed by FEMA).

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Questions about Nettie real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Nettie, WV 26681 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 Nettie?

The typical home went under contract in 364 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Nettie sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price.

What are property taxes in Nettie?

About 0.46% of a home’s value a year in Nicholas County, or roughly $1,840 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Nettie?

The median sale price was $17,892 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $22 per square foot.

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