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
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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 averages -
Low property taxes
Homeowners benefit from W.Va.’s low property tax rate (about 0.4%) and modest sales tax (6%), making overall ownership inexpensive -
Tight-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 charm -
Moderate 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
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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 year -
High tornado & wet weather risk
The area faces significant tornado threats and tends to be wetter and cloudier than the average locale -
Limited 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 unreliable -
Public transportation is minimal, though there are a few county bus routes
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Aging housing stock
The median home age in Charmco is 73 years (vs. the national average of 42), which may bring maintenance challenges -
Fewer services & amenities
Expect limited shopping, dining, and medical facilities. Serious healthcare often requires traveling to larger towns.
