Sold741d on marketHistoric · 156 yrs
229 E Main St
Romney, WV, 26757 • 26757 • Hampshire County
$100,000
$49/sqft
3Beds
3Baths
2,057Sqft
0.57 acLot
1870Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Street · Creek/Stream · Garden
Colonial Style
Built 1870 · 156 years of history
Romney
26757
Outdoor Living
Porch · Screened
2 Fireplaces
Mantel(s)
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Hardwood & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 741 days ago · 12 views · Top 2% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
12 views
People checking out this listing
741 days on market
Established listing
$49/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 2% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1870 · Historic
CHARMING SOUTHERN VICTORIAN FARMHOUSE CIRCA 1870, NESTLED ON .57 AC WITH SPACIOUS BACK YARD AND FLOWERS BEGINNING TO BLOOM. A GENTLE STREAM FLOWS ALONG THE SIDE OF THE YARD. THERE IS SO MUCH POTENTIAL WITH THIS LOVELY HOME, FRONTING RT. 50, IN THE OLDEST TOWN OF WV! UNRESTRICTED AND CAN BE USED AS A COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OR USED AS A HOME. IT IS SURROUNDED BY OTHER HISTORICAL HOMES. THIS HOME WAS IN THE SAME FAMILY FOR GENERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS COULD MAKE IT SPECTACULAR!! OVER-SIZED COUNTRY KITCHEN, FIREPLACE IN THE DINING RM. READY FOR A FAMILY W/ 3 BEDRMS AND 3 FULL BATHS, KITCHEN ON SECOND LEVEL W/ LAUNDRY. 1ST LEVEL HAS THE OPTION FOR MAIN LEVEL BEDRM W/ ATTACHED FULL BA. THE WALK-UP TO THE FLOORED ATTIC LENDS AMPLE SPACE FOR MULTIPLE USES. CAN BE CONVERTED TO COMMERCIAL USE TOO! NO RESTRICTIONS. SELLER IS MAKING SOME REPAIRS & WILL HAVE THE HARDWOOD FLOORS RESTORED BY ATHEY'S . WITHIN A FEW MILES YOU CAN CATCH THE POTOMAC EAGLE SCENIC EXCURSION TRAIN AND HAVE YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS ENJOY ALL THAT ROMNEY OFFERS!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights hardwood floors and over-sized country kitchen as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$652/month
Principal & Interest$519
Property Tax$100
Insurance$33
Down payment20% ($20,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $80,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1870
HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Other
Parking5 Open Parking spaces
Lot0.57 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
ConditionAverage
Year built1870
Stories2
Systems
HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Other
RoofArchitectural Shingle
ConstructionConcrete, Shingle Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGravel, Private, Off Site, Driveway
BasementPartial
Fireplaces2
Lot0.57 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood26757
Zoning101
Annual tax$661
Parcel14084000800000000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
18 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
2nd Kitchen
Attic
Dining Area
Curved Staircase
Floor Plan - Traditional
Formal/Separate Dining Room
Kitchen - Country
Eat-in Kitchen
Kitchen - Table Space
Bathroom - Stall Shower
Bathroom - Tub Shower
9'+ Ceilings
Dry Wall
Plaster Walls
Appliances
Microwave
Dishwasher
Dryer
Oven/Range - Electric
Refrigerator
Washer
Water Heater
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Vinyl
Wood
Heating
Hot Water
Oil
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Other
Laundry
Upper Level
Washer In Unit
Dryer In Unit
Laundry Room
Fireplace
Mantel(s)
Windows
Wood Frames
Accessibility
Accessible Entrance
Exterior Features
Exterior
Play Area
Sidewalks
Other
Parking
Gravel
Private
Off Site
Driveway
Construction
Concrete
Shingle Siding
Patio & Porch
Porch
Screened
Lot Features
Cleared
Level
No Thru Street
Open Lot
Wooded
Premium
Rear Yard
Stream/Creek
Unrestricted
Downtown
Views
Street
Creek/Stream
Garden
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Electricity Available
Phone Available
Sewer Available
Water Available
Broadband
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market741
Est. value$239,000
Est. rent$1,876/mo
Tax rate0.36%
Price/sqft$49
On marketMar 5, 2024
PostedMar 5, 2024
Last sold$100,000
MLS updatedMay 19, 2024
Tour days6
Views12
How are the schools in Romney?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Romney, WV, 26757
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 28, 2024Sold$100,000$49Bright MLS
Mar 13, 2024Pending Sale$137,000$67Bright MLS
Mar 5, 2024Listed For Sale$137,000$67Bright MLS
Feb 28, 2024Listing Removed——Bright MLS
Feb 27, 2024Listed For Sale$135,000$66Bright MLS
Feb 16, 2024Contingent$149,000$72Bright MLS
Jan 25, 2024Listed For Sale$149,000$72Bright MLS
Jan 19, 2024Contingent$149,000$72Bright MLS
Sep 20, 2023Listed For Sale$149,000$72Bright MLS
May 29, 1987Sold$50,000$24Agent Provided
Sold$100,000
Mar 28, 2024•$49/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$137,000
Mar 13, 2024•$67/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$137,000
Mar 5, 2024•$67/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed—
Feb 28, 2024•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$135,000
Feb 27, 2024•$66/sqft•Bright MLS
Contingent$149,000
Feb 16, 2024•$72/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$149,000
Jan 25, 2024•$72/sqft•Bright MLS
Contingent$149,000
Jan 19, 2024•$72/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$149,000
Sep 20, 2023•$72/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$50,000
May 29, 1987•$24/sqft•Agent Provided
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025$943$85,920
Apr 9, 2024$881$78,780
Apr 9, 2023$865$77,160
Apr 9, 2022$850$75,600
Apr 9, 2021—$75,600
Apr 9, 2020—$74,820
Apr 9, 2019$721$74,280
Apr 9, 2018$521$73,680
Apr 9, 2017$519$73,440
Apr 9, 2016$501$72,000
Apr 9, 2015$501$69,720
Apr 9, 2014$494$72,240
Apr 9, 2013$698$78,120
Apr 9, 2012$698$93,720
Apr 9, 2011$719$96,000
Apr 9, 2010$725$99,120
Apr 9, 2009$703$99,120
Apr 9, 2008$585$87,360
Apr 9, 2007$432$67,980
Apr 9, 2006$236$42,120
Apr 9, 2005$253$42,120
Apr 9, 2004—$42,120
Apr 9, 2003—$42,120
Apr 9, 2002—$42,120
Apr 9, 2001—$42,120
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Romney, WV • Hampshire County
Nearby cities
AugustaCapon BridgeHigh ViewLevelsPointsPurgitsvilleRioRomney
Nearby zip codes
25437267572676126763
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