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!

Lewisburg WV Residential Homes Market Update | August 2018

Here’s the market update on residential homes sold in Lewisburg, WV, for August 2018, provided by Realtor® Rebecca Gaujot. 

 

There are currently 58 Lewisburg homes for sale with the zip code of 24901.

Prices range from $91,000 to $890,000. Bedrooms from 1 to 7 and baths from 1-6.

Square footage range from 1,008 to 5,430. At this time, there are four properties under contract and four pending.

Buyers: If you are interested in a Lewisburg home, please contact me at 304-520-2133 or check out my website for the most current Lewisburg WV Homes For Sale

Sellers: If you’re considering listing your Lewisburg home for sale and would like to receive a free estimate of its value in the current market conditions visit https://www.lewisburgwvhomesforsale.com/what-is-my-home-worth/

 

Lewisburg, WV Market Update August 2017

Lewisburg, West Virginia, is a quaint, historical town in Greenbrier County.  Located in the southern region of West Virginia the town is comprised of many types of homes from historic homes, colonial, ranch to log cabins. Homes from small to estate homes with small lots to hundreds of acres. When it comes to real estate, there is much to chose from in Lewisburg.

Homes for Sale in Lewisburg, WV.

Check out the below video about Lewisburg.

Housing in Lewisburg, WV, 24901, is popular with it’s location close to I-64, as well as I-77 and I-81.  At this time, there are 64 active listings. Prices range from $40,000 to $1,250,000.

 

The below chart depicts a monthly comparison for 2017:

 

Let’s look at the stats for the month of August 2017 for Lewisburg, WV:

Total sales – 8,  ranging from $136,000 to $349,900 (July has 10 sales)     

New Listings – 15 with 3 pending. (July had 10 new listings)

Average Days on Market – 124 days (July was 105)  

Average Price – $204,600 (July was $255,500)

Avg Sale Price/Avg List Price – 97% (July was 94%)

Highest priced home sold in August was $349,900; for July $790,000

 

What Schools will the Kids Attend?

• Lewisburg Elementary School

• Eastern Greenbrier Middle School

• Greenbrier East High School.

   

Click here to Search Homes for Sale Lewisburg WV.  Visit the link frequently as inventory is constantly changing.

 

I would be happy to assist you in finding the perfect home in Lewisburg WV.  If you’re considering selling and would like to know what your home is worth in the current market contact me for a free market analysis. I am happy to answer any questions about the Lewisburg Real Estate Market and I welcome the opportunity to help you from preparing your home for sale through closing. Contact Rebecca by email RebeccaGaujot@gmail.com or call 304-520-2133.