ZIP Code Market Report
26501 — Morgantown, WV
Data through February 2026 · Updated monthly
Avg Home Value
$210,998
▼ 1.9% year-over-year
Month-over-Month
+0.2%
▲ 0.2%
Single Family
$208,000
Condo / Co-op
$134,925
The average home value in the 26501 ZIP code (Morgantown, West Virginia) is $210,998 as of February 2026. Home prices are declining, down 1.9% compared to last year.
A 3-bedroom home in 26501 is valued at $227,665. 1-bedroom units start around $102,762. Single-family homes average $208,000, while condos average $134,925.
The market in 26501 has a $206,557 spread between bottom-tier homes at $121,680 and top-tier homes at $328,237. Bottom-tier properties represent the primary opportunity range for real estate investors using the 70% rule, fix-and-flip, or BRRRR strategies.
Looking ahead, Zillow's forecast model projects home values in the 26501 ZIP code will increase 0.3% over the next 12 months, bringing the projected average to approximately $211,631. This modest projected change should be factored into any investment analysis for properties in this area.
This report is part of the Monongalia County market area in West Virginia. For a broader view of the housing market including rent data, market activity, and affordability analysis, see the full Monongalia County report.
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Market Snapshot
26501 Housing Market at a Glance
Key metrics for the last 3 months with trend direction.
| Metric | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | 3-Mo Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg Home Value | $211,568 | $210,565 | $210,998 | ▼ 0.3% |
| Single Family Value | $207,805 | $207,112 | $208,000 | ▲ 0.1% |
Home Values
26501 Home Value Trend
Historical home values for ZIP code 26501. Switch between All Homes, Single Family, Bottom Tier, and Top Tier.
Source: Zillow Research ZHVI / ZORI · Updated monthly
By Bedroom
What Homes Cost in 26501
Median home values by bedroom count in this ZIP code.
| Bedrooms | Median Value |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $102,762 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $141,873 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $227,665 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $302,967 |
Property Types
Home Values by Property Type in 26501
How different property types compare in this ZIP code.
All Homes
$210,998
Single Family
$208,000
Condo / Co-op
$134,925
Bottom Tier
$121,680
Top Tier
$328,237
Forecast
12-Month Home Value Forecast for 26501
Zillow projects home values in 26501 will increase 0.3% over the next year, reaching approximately $211,631.
Current Value
$210,998
Projected Change
+0.3%
▲ 0.3%
Projected Value
$211,631
Source: Zillow Home Value Forecast (ZHVF). Forecasts are not guarantees.
Data Sources and Methodology
Home value data for ZIP code 26501 comes from the Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), updated monthly. ZHVI measures the typical home value using Zillow's automated valuation model, smoothed and seasonally adjusted.
This report was last updated February 2026. Data is refreshed on the 17th of each month.
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