c.1946 West Virginia Home For Sale With 0.75 Acre and Mountain View Under $50K
$49,900
Three-bedroom, one-bath West Virginia home for sale on a three-quarter acre lot with lovely views. The ranch-style home offers a metal roof, carport, and eat-in kitchen.
Realtor Comments
Charmco/Hines- This 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 story 1008 sq ft home on level .75 acre lot. Has nice size kitchen, living room and bedrooms. A one car garage and metal carport for all your storage needs. Home has metal roof and replacement windows. Stream nearby and small town amenities.
- 3bed
- 1bath
- Circa 1946
239 Ccc Rd, CharmcO, WV 25958 $49,900
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
Pros
Very low cost of living & housing
Property prices are among the lowest in West Virginia, with median home values around $74,800 and rents for a 2-bedroom at approximately $620/month—well below national averagesLow property taxes
Homeowners benefit from W.Va.’s low property tax rate (about 0.4%) and modest sales tax (6%), making overall ownership inexpensiveTight-knit, rural community
With around 1,000–1,500 residents, Charmco offers a small-town, friendly atmosphere. Residents report it being “peaceful and rural” and “very friendly and welcoming”Scenic, forested environment
Located in the Appalachian region, it features heavily treed land—ideal for lovers of nature, privacy, and rural charmModerate racial diversity
Charmco scores 66/100 on diversity, with approximately 85.8% White, 5.1% Hispanic, 3.5% Black, and 1.9% Native American
⚠️ Cons
Elevated violent crime rate
While property crime is moderate (B–), violent crime is concerning (D–)—Charmco ranks in the bottom 12% of U.S. communities for safety, with around 5.16 violent incidents per 1,000 residents per yearHigh tornado & wet weather risk
The area faces significant tornado threats and tends to be wetter and cloudier than the average localeLimited jobs & economy
As a small, rural former coal town, local employment options are limited—most jobs require commuting to larger towns.Rural infrastructure limitations
Internet speeds are below state averages (~887 Mbps vs. 2,085 Mbps statewide), and utilities can be costly and unreliablePublic transportation is minimal, though there are a few county bus routes
Aging housing stock
The median home age in Charmco is 73 years (vs. the national average of 42), which may bring maintenance challengesFewer services & amenities
Expect limited shopping, dining, and medical facilities. Serious healthcare often requires traveling to larger towns.
