Is Aurora, WV 26705 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Aurora is a buyer’s market. With about 12.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Aurora housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Aurora, WV 26705 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 61 days and there were 12.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
The median sale price was $269,883, or about $116 per square foot.
Within Preston County, homes here sell faster than in 78% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Independence 26374 (33% sold over asking) and Masontown 26542 (33% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Nearby markets
Albright 26519Buyer’s market $178 /sq ftBretz 26524 — /sq ftBruceton Mills 26525Balanced $240 /sq ftIndependence 26374Seller’s market $145 /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Aurora is
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Questions about Aurora real estate
Is Aurora a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 12.8 months of supply in Aurora, WV 26705 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 Aurora?
The typical home went under contract in 61 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Aurora sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.7% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Aurora?
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 Aurora?
The median sale price was $269,883 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $116 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