2/2 c.1932 West Virginia Home on 42.5 Acres $185K

$185,000

Unwind on 42+/- sprawling acres complete with a charming single-story West Virginia home and a functional workshop. The light and practical interior includes 2 bedrooms, a main living room, dedicated dining area, kitchen, and a full bath equipped with laundry facilities. Enjoy peaceful mornings from the covered front porch and take full advantage of the expansive acreage and workshop space.

Realtor Comments

There is a fenced field with barn and stream with room for plenty of farm animals . There is second barn for hay storage and outbuilding.The home offers a 23×13 inlaw suite . This is property is located 6 miles to the interstate for easy access but offers plenty of country living. Whether looking for a full time residence or weekend getaway this property offers plenty of possibilities in a convenient location.

• 2bd
• 2ba
• 1,640sqft
• Circa 1932

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8623 Servia Elmira Rd, Duck, WV 25063  $185,000

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-Contact Realtor: Karen Shreve

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The Pros

• Exceptional Land and Housing Affordability: Property and home values in rural central West Virginia are among the lowest in the nation. Elmira is an appealing spot for buyers seeking cheap acreage, small farms, or low-cost homeownership.

   

• Ultimate Privacy and Quiet: With minimal density and virtually zero light or noise pollution, Elmira offers extreme solitude, starry skies, and a peaceful, slow-paced lifestyle.

   

• Scenic Appalachian Nature: Surrounded by dense hardwood forests, winding creeks, and central West Virginia hills, the area provides immediate access to hunting, hiking, forage, and nearby outdoor destinations like Sutton Lake and Burnsville Lake.

• Ideal for Off-Grid Living or Homesteading: The lack of strict municipal zoning makes Elmira well-suited for building custom cabins, setting up homesteads, keeping livestock, or living self-sufficiently without tight urban restrictions.

The Cons

• Geographic Isolation: Elmira has almost no commercial infrastructure of its own. Daily errands, grocery trips,bank visits, or hardware runs require driving 20 to 45 minutes to nearby towns like Gassaway, Sutton, or Flatwoods.

• Limited Local Economy: Job opportunities in the immediate area are extremely scarce, predominantly limited to local trades, agriculture, timber, energy, or remote work.

   

• Infrastructure Challenges: Rural roads in central West Virginia can be narrow, unpaved, or prone to washouts and icy conditions in the winter. Reliable high-speed internet and mobile coverage can also be spotty depending on terrain and location.

• Distance to Healthcare & Emergency Services: Access to specialized medical care, hospital facilities, and rapid emergency response is limited due to the rural setting.

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