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Institute real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Institute real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
May 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Median sale price
$85K
-0.1%
from
Q2 '26
Median list price
$99K
-1%
from
Q2 '26
Active listings
1
No change
from
Q2 '26
Homes sold
1
No change
from
Q2 '26
New pendings
1
No change
from
Q2 '26
New listings
1
No change
from
Q2 '26
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Institute
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Institute
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Institute
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
10
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026 - Jul 2026).
Year-over-year, Institute’s rolling three-month data shows a steep drop in typical home values, down by roughly half, even as sales activity has edged higher. Homes sold are up compared with last year and active listings have also increased, indicating a bit more movement despite softer prices.
Looking at the latest rolling three-month period ending in July 2026, prices and inventory are extremely low and concentrated, with just one active listing, one home sold, and one new listing. The typical home value sits under $90,000 and the median list price is just under $100,000, reflecting a relatively affordable market by many standards.
Speed has changed dramatically over time, with median days on market falling from months in prior years to only 2 days in the latest period. While the average sale-to-list ratio has slipped to about 85% and no recent homes sold above list price, Institute is still classified as a strong seller’s market, so both buyers and sellers can benefit from using Agent Pronto to connect with an agent who understands these conditions.
Learn more about what Institute has to offer.
Institute offers residents a warm, close-knit community with convenient amenities, affordable living, and ample opportunities to engage, grow, and thrive.
Institute offers small-town convenience with quick access to larger hubs, set just west of Charleston along the Kanawha River. The community is closely tied to West Virginia State University, which anchors the area with educational resources, cultural events, and Division II athletics that residents regularly enjoy.
Daily life in Institute is practical and straightforward. Commuters appreciate easy access to nearby Dunbar and Charleston via Route 25 and I‑64, while West Virginia International Yeager Airport in Charleston keeps regional and national travel within reach. Families value nearby schools such as West Virginia State University Extension Service programs and local K‑12 options in the surrounding communities of Kanawha County.
Outdoor time often centers on the riverfront and local green spaces, with larger recreation areas like Shawnee Sports Complex and regional parks in greater Charleston providing ballfields, trails, and playgrounds. Cultural and shopping needs are met in neighboring cities, from performances at Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences to everyday services along the Route 25 corridor.
Whether you are weighing a move to Institute or considering selling a long‑time residence, the market can feel complex. A real estate agent who knows Institute’s traffic patterns, school options, and commuting realities can streamline decisions, minimize surprises, and keep your timeline on track. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with that kind of local expertise so your next move is less stressful and more confident.
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“Shawn is amazing. What I love about her is her incredible work ethic. She shows up, does her job and really helped me as a buyer of a new built. I have used her previously in a land transaction and that went smoothly as well. I would highly recommend Shawn for any real estate need whether it's a simple land sale, building your first new home or even as a tremdous resource in the community. She clearly knows her business and is a pleasure to work with!”
EXP Realty, LLC
“Amy made the entire sale smooth and stress free with her professionalism, expertise, and attentive communication. She kept us supported and reassured every step of the way, handling everything with confidence and genuine care. We highly recommend Amy to anyone buying or selling a home.”
Coldwell Banker Realty
“We couldn't have been happier! Excellent work!”
CENTURY 21
“Beth D. Germann knew exactly how we wanted the sale of our house to be handled. The estimated pricing of our home was spot on, we sold our house in just 1 day!”
Century 21 Geba Realty
“I had a very complicated situation with the sale of my home. Dayna was very gracious with the logistics, and went above and beyond to make sure that it was successful.”
American Home Agents
“It was a pleasure working with Jeffrey Schulz and his team on buying my first home! Ben Niesen was a great agent and made the entire process smooth and enjoyable! Highly recommend Ben and the team!”
RE/MAX Advantage Plus
“Although our deal was super unconventional, I truly believe Nick did all that he could do for us during the entire process. I really appreciated his calmness when I wasn't so calm. It was nice to see someone understanding of our situation and pushing things forward when needed.”
Century 21 Scheetz
“Wanda, I can't thank you enough for researching and referring us a local realtor. When I reached out to you I was frustrated and hoped you could be our realtor even though you are in Virginia and we were in Colorado. You listened to me intently and patiently which put my concerns to rest. Then you went right to work finding us a local realtor. Your customer service skills are a rarity today in this world of self service. Again, I can't thank you enough for taking the time to help us!”
OWN Real Estate, LLC
“I am a local general contractor and I have worked with Justin on multiple projects. He is always very easy to communicate with and get ahold of. I highly recommended Justin.”
Real Broker, LLC
“Our home was older which led to several challenges in selling the property. Kelli was tremendous in helping us work through these challenges and negotiating counteroffers, leading to a final sale and acceptable selling price. We couldn't be more pleased with Kelli and strongly recommend her.”
Century 21 Gold Rush
“I moved my family from WA to UT and had to make decisions quickly when I was in Utah to house hunt. Jonathan DeYoung was an amazing asset to me. He knew the areas, had good advice about local neighborhoods and really helped me objectively evaluated the many properties we looked at to focus on what I really wanted and needed. When we returned to WA, he continued to work for us, visiting homes and doing video walkthroughs for us when we couldn't physically return. He was above and beyond through the entire process for us. I am so grateful for his help and I am so happy to recommend him to anyone looking to move!”
Century 21 Everest
“It was a pleasure to work with Shanan again, her expertise in the real estate market is unmatched. She is our lifetime real estate agent and a close friend, the passion that she has was so encouraging it felt like she had our back the whole way through. Thank you so much for helping our dreams come true, I pray God continues to bless you and your company.”
Century 21 Gold Standard
“Isaiah made the process easy! Being a first time buyer we obviously had a lot of unkowns, and honestly didn't even know where to begin. Isaiah gave us a clear picture as to what steps we need to take, and what to expect cost wise (which seems like a rarity nowadays) which reassured us that we were in a good position to buy. We appreciate his flexibility during the home search process as we looked at A LOT of houses in a short amount of time. His knowledge on what to look for in a home/neighborhood were honestly things I would have never even thought about looking for. With Isaiah's help we found the perfect fit, and we are LOVING our first home! We cannot thank Isaiah enough!”
Century 21 Signature Real Estate
“Candee is professional, knowledgeable about the housing market, a great communicator and just a good person. I would recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. We would definitely use her again if we were going to move back to the Mankato area..”
Century 21 Atwood
“When my wife and I set out on our homebuying journey we were nervous about teaming up with the right Realtor. Then we found Jeremiah. Jeremiah is knowledgeable, personable, and a genuinely good guy. He helped us every step of the way through the homebuying process. My wife and I are so thankful and grateful to have had Jeremiah on our team. He is the best of the best.”
Epique Realty
“Jeff did a great job finding a buyer for our home. Would highly recommend Jeff and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell.”
Century 21 Vanguard
“Muy contentos y agradecidos con el trato y toda la atencion que nos ha brindado janett una persona muy profecional que disfruta de ayudar asus clientes antes durante y despues del proceso es nuestra segunda compra con ella y la recomendamos sinceramente...”
eXp Realty
“Levi Foss helped us both sell our house and buy a new house. We enjoyed working with him every step of the way. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience. He goes above and beyond and was attuned to what we were wanting. He is a great communicator and does a wonderful job of laying out options throughout the process. We especially appreciated how he seemed focused on finding a home that was right for us and not just selling a place.”
RE/MAX Port Cities
“Tibitha was great right from the start. Always available. Pays attention to what you are looking for, and understands when you don't like something. Even calmed me down when I was overwhelmed. My overall opinion is that I certainly made the right choice by choosing to work with Tibitha !!”
Century 21 Lakeside Realty Canfield
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