Belmont County

Situated in eastern Ohio along the West Virginia border, Belmont County draws buyers with a median home price of $156,950 and a price per square foot of $179, making it one of the more affordable markets in the region. The county's 260 active listings give buyers a reasonable selection across a range of property types, with the average home size coming in at 1,591 square feet. A 74.0% owner-occupied rate reflects a stable, predominantly residential community with a population of 65,982. The median household income of $58,411 supports a market where housing costs remain accessible relative to local earnings. Buyers looking for modest acquisition costs without sacrificing livable square footage will find the current price-to-size relationship straightforward. The county seat of St. Clairsville and the city of Bellaire anchor much of the local economic and commercial activity, providing context for where demand tends to concentrate within the county.

Market description generated from current MLS and U.S. Census data.