Housing- Cost of Living

The Wheeling area’s low cost of living makes housing costs economical. Quality constructed homes are readily available and new housing developments are constantly under construction.

The community’s housing options range from elegant Victorian homes found throughout the city and suburbs to the stately mansions located on National Road. Contemporary developments, resort-type housing near Oglebay, as well as ultra modern condos and secluded country estates, are all part of the area’s unique housing spectrum. In addition, a large number of apartments and part-time/extended-stay housing is also available.

Wheeling Housing Information

Average Sale Price	$109,737
Average List Price	$116,264
Average Days on Market	118
Ratio of List to Sales Price	94.39%
# Residential Units Sold in 2000	415
Price of 3-4 Bedroom House House	$50,000 - $1,195,000
Price of 5 Bedroom House House	$100,000 - $480,000

Source: Wheeling Board of Realtors, 2006

Combined Cost of Living Indexes

Metro Area	All Items
West Virginia Average	96.7
Detroit	104.1
Chicago	111.9
Denver	100.4
LA (Long Beach)	158.2
NY (Manhattan)	201.2
Phoenix	103.8
San Francisco	170.6
Seattle	116.3
United States	100.0

Housing- Cost of Living

Wheeling Housing Information

Source: Wheeling Board of Realtors, 2006

Combined Cost of Living Indexes

Source: ACCRA Cost of Living Index.