Westover Housing Update: Prices Up Year-Over-Year as Sales Stay Modest
Westover, WV – March 10, 2026 – Home prices rose year-over-year in early 2026 while sales volume remained modest and listings moved in under three months.
Top takeaways
- Median sale price reached $260K in January, up 7.6% from a year earlier.
- Homes averaged 77 days on market, with 8 sales recorded.
- Market conditions range from balanced to slightly buyer-leaning.
Market snapshot
Westover’s housing market began 2026 with moderate price growth. In January, the median sale price was $260,000, a 7.6% increase compared with the same month last year, according to Redfin data. The median price per square foot was reported at $131. Eight homes closed during the month, and properties averaged 77 days on market, suggesting steady — but not rapid — absorption.
Realtor.com market overviews in recent months have characterized conditions as balanced to buyer-leaning, indicating inventory and demand are relatively even, with some room for negotiation in certain price bands.
What’s for sale
Current listings include a mix of smaller single-family homes near Morgantown’s border, mid-range properties around the $250K–$300K range, and select higher-priced homes offering updated interiors or larger lots. Buyers are also seeing occasional mixed-use or commercially zoned parcels, reflecting the city’s proximity to major corridors and WVU-related demand drivers.
Development & zoning context
Westover operates under its codified planning and zoning code, with building permits and zoning maps available through the city. In Monongalia County and the broader region, permit and inspection requirements continue to shape infill projects and renovations, particularly near established neighborhoods.
With mortgage rates still influencing affordability decisions statewide, local agents report that well-priced homes continue to attract attention, while aspirational pricing can extend days on market.
Are you seeing quicker sales in your neighborhood, or more price adjustments this winter?
Sources
https://www.redfin.com/city/20930/WV/Westover/housing-market
https://www.realtor.com/local/Westover_WV
https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/westover/latest/overview