26505 — Morgantown, WV Home Values
Typical home value $262,814 as of June 2026 · 2nd of 21 in Morgantown, WV
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 26505, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 26505 compares in the Morgantown, WV area
ZIP code 26505 (Morgantown, WV) has a typical home value of $262,814 as of June 2026, ranking 2nd of 21 ZIP codes tracked in the Morgantown, WV area, more expensive than about 95% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +12.9%, from $232,775 in June 2021 to $262,814 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 15.8× the annual rent ($1,389/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Morgantown, WV forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Morgantown.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 26505 has a population of 37,691, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 82.8% White, 6.1% Asian, 4% two or more races, 3.6% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Elementary School | 825 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Morgantown, WV | 0.8 mi |
| West Virginia Academy | 763 Chestnut Ridge Road, Morgantown, WV | 0.9 mi |
| Eastwood Elementary School | 677 201st Memorial Hwy, Morgantown, WV | 1 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 26505?
$262,814 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 26505 an expensive ZIP code in the Morgantown, WV area?
26505 ranks 2nd of 21 ZIP codes in the Morgantown, WV area by typical home value, more expensive than about 95% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 26505 changed over the past year?
+2.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 26505?
The typical home price is 15.8× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,389/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 26505?
37,691, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 26505?
North Elementary School (0.8 mi), West Virginia Academy (0.9 mi), Eastwood Elementary School (1 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 26505?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Morgantown, WV forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.