Why Live in Paden City
Surrounded by the lush, green foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, Paden City blends value and tranquility. This community of 2,500 along the West Virginia-Ohio border offers homes more affordable than in some surrounding areas. Most of them line calm residential streets. “It’s just a quiet, close-knit community,” says local Realtor Jane Ann Gamble, who’s with First Choice Realtors/FCR Real Estate and is a lifelong resident of the region. “You can walk to just about anywhere you want to go.” Paden City’s serenity comes with quick access to the amenities in New Martinsville, a town twice its size, located just 6 miles north.
Most houses in Paden City have some age, built between the turn of the 20th century and the 1980s. In turn, the area offers a sampling of classic architecture, including bungalows, colonials, Cape Cods and ranch-style homes. Houses come with at least one-tenth of an acre, and many neighborhood blocks feature sidewalks. “You see people out walking all the time,” Gamble says. Paden City properties go for $80,000 to $190,000.
Fourth Street acts as Paden City’s central thoroughfare, dotted with businesses including a WesBanco bank and a Marathon gas station.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average home price in Paden City, WV?
Homes for sale in Paden City, WV have an average home price of $159,900.
How many homes have sold over the last 12 months in Paden City, WV?
2 homes have sold in Paden City, WV over the last 12 months.
What are the most popular zip codes in Paden City, WV?
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Paden City?
The median home price in Paden City is $184,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $37,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $960 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $41K a year to afford the median home price in Paden City.
How are the schools in Paden City, WV?
Home Trends in Paden City, WV
On average, homes in Paden City, WV sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Paden City, WV over the last 12 months is $182,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$182,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$182,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$62
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$184,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%