South Charleston, WV housing market
What's happening in the South Charleston market right now.
Buyer's or seller's market?
South Charleston, WV is a balanced market: homes in Kanawha County sell in a median of 47 days, and the number for sale is +3.8% on a year ago. Neither side has a clear edge.
12-month outlook
+1% to +5.5% for the typical South Charleston home value over the next 12 months.
A projection from past prices (the trend of the last 3 and 12 months, damped), not a prediction or advice. Local conditions can move faster than any trend.
Sources: Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026 · Zillow Observed Rent Index, August 2026 · Realtor.com county data, August 2026. Listing figures are for Kanawha County as a whole.
South Charleston market — questions answered
What is the typical home value in South Charleston, WV?
$175,312 as of August 2026, +5.3% on a year earlier (Zillow Home Value Index).
Are home prices going up in South Charleston, WV?
Yes — the typical home value changed +5.3% over the year to August 2026 and +30% over five years.
Is South Charleston, WV a buyer's or seller's market?
It's balanced: the median home in Kanawha County sells in 47 days (Realtor.com, August 2026).
How much is rent in South Charleston, WV?
The typical rent is $946 a month as of August 2026 (Zillow Observed Rent Index).
How many homes are for sale in South Charleston, WV?
360 homes were listed for sale across Kanawha County in August 2026 (Realtor.com).
Who are the best real estate agents in South Charleston, WV?
Homegrity lists 42 licensed South Charleston agents, each checked against the state license register. Placement is never bought. See them at /real-estate-agents/south-charleston.