Lewisburg WV, Did You Know | Market Update
Did you know that Lewisburg, West Virginia,
- was named “America’s Coolest Small Town”,
- is the county seat of Greenbrier County?
- in 1978 was designated a National Register Historic District?
And,
- did you know there are only four Carnegie Halls in the world and Lewisburg has one?
- did you know that Lewisburg and Greenbrier County has narrow country roads winding through rolling farmlands, 19th-century farmhouses, and manor houses, and shaded ponds tucked away into hollows?
- did you know a former mayor of Lewisburg was fond of saying, “Only two kinds of people ever leave Lewisburg – those who will return and those who wish they could.”
- did you know you that the Greenbrier River Trail, a rail-to-trail conversion in Eastern WV spanning 76 miles along the banks of the Greenbrier River from Cass in Pocahontas County to Caldwell in Greenbrier County is only five miles from Lewisburg?
- did you know that the Lost World Caverns are 12 stories tall, 1,000 feet long and 75 feet wide? And, Organ Cave is the largest cave system in the State, containing many caves and it is the third-longest known cave in the state. Both caves are registered National Landmarks by the National Park Service.
Did you know about Lewisburg’s annual attractions, such as:
- The State Fair of West Virginia is held every August for 10 award-winning days and nights showcasing the best of West Virginia agriculture — livestock showings, competitions, educational exhibits, art displays, and all sorts of family entertainment from live musical performers to carnival rides.
- The Shanghai Parade on New Year’s Day In this observation of the older traditions, people dress in costumes and march down the main street.
- Two food festivals, the Chocolate Festival in April and the Taste of Our Town (TOOT) in October.
- The Lewisburg Literary Festival, a celebration of books and the written word, held in August.
- The Greenbrier for the annual PGA golf tournaments, tennis events, Easter Chocolate Extravaganza, Christmas tree lighting… just to mention a few.
- and, of course, you know Lewisburg is part of the Wild and Wonderful West Virginia….ALMOST Heaven!
Lewisburg Real Estate Update:
Now that you know a little something about Lewisburg, WV, let’s take a look at the real estate market. The following is a review of activity in Lewisburg for the first five months of 2019:
- Number of Sales: 21
- Highest Priced Sale: $264,900
- Lowest Priced Sale: $75,500
- Median Sales Price: $160,317
- Median Days on Market: 126
- Median Sale Price/List Price Ratio: 93%
Here’s a snapshot of the current market:
- Active Listings: 75; 6 contingent
- Price Ranges: $65,000 to $1,895,000
- Square footage from 865 to 5,508
View all available homes for sale in Lewisburg WV here!
Many out-of-state buyers are moving to Lewisburg. Summer is here and buyers are out looking to buy a house, a mini farm, or land. Sellers are you ready? Is your property ready to list? If so, contact Rebecca Gaujot, a full-time real estate agent in Lewisburg, WV, in Greenbrier County and all surrounding areas. Phone 304-520-2133 or email: rebeccagaujot@gmail.com
Lewisburg WV is located off I-64W, Exit 169 in the Greenbrier Valley. This quaint, historic town has a population of under 5,000. Lewisburg is a 232-year-old town with many 18th and 19th-century buildings, where the steeple clock still tolls the hour and the church bells ring out on Sunday mornings.
Contact Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®, for ALL your Real Estate needs. I would love to show you my town…. Lewisburg, WV, the coolest small town in America!
