War, WV housing market: September 2026
What's happening in the War market right now.
Buyer's or seller's market?
War, WV leans toward a buyer's market: homes in McDowell County take a median of 89 days to sell, and the number for sale is +3.7% on a year ago. Buyers have room to negotiate; sellers should price carefully.
12-month outlook
−10% to −6% for the typical War 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, September 2026 · Realtor.com county data, September 2026. Listing figures are for McDowell County as a whole.
War market — questions answered
What is the typical home value in War, WV?
$32,376 as of September 2026, −16.3% on a year earlier (Zillow Home Value Index).
Are home prices going up in War, WV?
No — the typical home value changed −16.3% over the year to September 2026 and −25.6% over five years.
Is War, WV a buyer's or seller's market?
It leans toward buyers: the median home in McDowell County sells in 89 days (Realtor.com, September 2026).
How many homes are for sale in War, WV?
28 homes were listed for sale across McDowell County in September 2026 (Realtor.com).
Who are the best real estate agents in War, WV?
Homegrity lists licensed agents in War, each license verified against the state register. Placement is never bought. The nearest page listing agents is Bluefield, WV: /real-estate-agents/bluefield.