Kanawha Housing Market, WV
Last updated July 2026
As of the latest data, the typical home in Kanawha is valued around $155K, up 1.8% over the past 12 months. The market is home to roughly 177K residents. Looking ahead, Curb Report's 12-month price forecast points to mixed signals, housing crash risk is low, rental cap rates run above market median, the overall Investment Score grades strong. Below you'll find Kanawha's home prices, price forecast, crash and climate risk, property taxes, cap rate, and rental data, updated monthly from Zillow, the Census Bureau, FEMA, and 30+ sources. Create a free account to explore the full interactive map, or analyze a specific listing with Curb Check.
Median home value
$155K
1-year growth
+1.8%
Population
177K
12-mo forecast
Mixed signalsCrash risk
LowCap rate
Above market medianNet migration
-450
Affordability
40/100
Today
Aug 25, 2026 | every business day | US Treasury
10-year Treasury 4.64%, -6 bp. Mortgage pricing tracks this, so it is the piece of a Kanawha purchase that actually moved today.
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Kanawha housing market FAQ
Is now a good time to buy in Kanawha?
Curb Report's 12-month price forecast for Kanawha currently points to mixed signals, with low housing crash risk. Create a free account to see the full forecast, the signals driving it, and historical trends before you buy.
What is the housing crash risk in Kanawha?
Kanawha's housing crash risk is currently low, based on price-to-income, inventory, days-on-market, and overvaluation signals. See the full Crash Risk breakdown and what's driving it on Curb Report.
What is the median home price in Kanawha?
The typical home value in Kanawha is about $155K, up 1.8% over the past year. Explore the full price history and 12-month forecast on Curb Report.
Is Kanawha a good place to invest in rental property?
In Kanawha, rental cap rates run above market median and the overall Investment Score grades strong. Use the Curb Check tool to paste any Zillow or Redfin listing and get instant cap rate, cash flow, and a risk read for that specific property.
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