The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 26164 sells for about $228,882, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +29.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $838 a month.
ZIP 26164 — Ravenswood
The housing market in 26164 shows signs of price appreciation with a 29.9% year-over-year increase in median sale price, though inventory remains limited. Demand is supported by local industrial employment, though the broader economic outlook remains tied to regional manufacturing trends. Some data points, such as specific tax history and detailed permit counts, were not available at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is well-suited for local industrial workers, families seeking affordable housing, and those looking for a quiet, small-town lifestyle with proximity to the Ohio River.
Median prices moved up 29.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 days on market with 3.9 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 95% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.7% · poverty 24.0% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 26164, Jackson County WV
Public schools in the area are managed by the Jackson County School District, providing standard K-12 education for the local population.
The area is subject to standard regional flood and wind risks common to the Ohio River Valley; property insurance availability remains stable.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing and industrial operations near the Ohio River, with modest infrastructure maintenance and development activity.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by the Jackson County Assessor based on a percentage of market value, with standard state-level homestead exemptions available for primary residences.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to local routes connecting to the broader Parkersburg-Vienna employment corridor.
The area features access to local parks and proximity to the Ohio River for outdoor recreation, with basic shopping and dining options located within the Ravenswood city limits.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand with a median rent of $838, reflecting a mix of single-family homes and mobile home rentals.
The economy is driven by industrial and manufacturing sectors, with major employers located in the Ravenswood industrial corridor.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with local roads serving as the main arteries for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on small-scale residential and industrial maintenance projects within the city limits.
The Jackson County Assessor maintains property valuations based on periodic assessments of market value.
Parcels are served by the Jackson County School District and local utility districts for water and sewer services.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and flood zone designations.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 26164 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Provides regional recreational access and industrial transport utility.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.