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  • $159,000

    5649 Gatewood Rd, Fayetteville, WV 25840

    2beds
    894sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    0.4 Acres Lot
    $158,900 Zestimate®
    $178/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wide front porchCeiling fanPlenty of cabinet spaceBedrooms feature hardwood floors
    Step onto the wide front porch, look out across the yard, and you'll immediately feel what makes this home special. This charming cottage sits on a beautiful piece of land with mature trees, open sky, and room to breathe, just the kind of place where mornings start with coffee on the porch and evenings end watching the sunset over the hills. Inside, the home has the warm character people love in older houses. Original hardwood floors run through the living spaces, adding richness and history you simply can't recreate in new construction. Large windows bring in natural light and give you views of the surrounding landscape from nearly every room. The kitchen is bright and welcoming, with updated flooring, plenty of cabinet space and access to the laundry area in just a few steps. A ceiling fan and simple layout make the space feel comfortable and functional for everyday living. The living and dining areas flow together in a classic layout that feels open yet cozy, with tall ceilings and wide doorways that give the home a sense of space. Bedrooms feature hardwood floors, generous windows, and ceiling fans, creating peaceful rooms to relax at the end of the day. The bathroom is clean and spacious, with a full tub/shower and natural light from the window. There's also a dedicated laundry room with exterior access, making everyday tasks easy and convenient. Outside is where this property truly shines. The backyard offers plenty of space for gardening, pets, gatherings, or simply enjoying the outdoors. From the deck you can look out over the yard and surrounding countryside, making it an ideal spot for grilling, entertaining, or relaxing after a long day. Whether you're looking for your first home, a peaceful place to downsize, or a property with character you can make your own, this home offers charm, space, and the kind of setting that's getting harder to find. Come see it in person and imagine the life you could build here.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 19, 2026 at 05:29am

    Listed by:

    Wendy K Bayes,

    FIVE STAR REAL ESTATE GROUP

    Source: Fayette-Nicholas BOR,MLS#: 26-87

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Hardwood Floors
      • Level: M
      • Area: 114
      • Dimensions: 12 x 9.5
      Bedroom 2
      • Description: Hardwood Floors
      • Level: M
      • Area: 114
      • Dimensions: 12 x 9.5
      Bathroom 1
      • Description: Tile Floor
      • Level: M
      • Area: 55
      • Dimensions: 10 x 5.5
      Dining room
      • Description: Hardwood Floors
      • Level: M
      • Area: 154
      • Dimensions: 14 x 11
      Kitchen
      • Description: New flooring
      • Level: M
      • Area: 123.5
      • Dimensions: 13 x 9.5
      Living room
      • Description: Hardwood Floors
      • Level: M
      • Area: 149.5
      • Dimensions: 13 x 11.5
      Other
      • Description: Laundry/Utility Room
      • Level: M
      • Area: 60.5
      • Dimensions: 11 x 5.5
      Heating
      • Baseboard
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Basement: None
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 894
      • Total interior livable area: 894 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 0.4 Acres
      • Dimensions: .4
      Details
      • Parcel number: 26
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Frame, Aluminum Siding, Plaster, Sheetrock, Wood
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Average
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Gatewood
      Location
      • Region: Fayetteville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $178/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $83,500
      • Annual tax amount: $837
      • Date on market: 3/18/2026
      • Listing terms: Conventional
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $158,900

        $151,000 - $167,000

        $967/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/19/2026Listed for sale$159,000$178/sqft
        Source: All West Virginia MLS #100650 Report a problem
        11/6/2025Listing removed$159,000$178/sqft
        Source: Fayette-Nicholas BOR #25-305 Report a problem
        8/18/2025Price change$159,000-11.2%$178/sqft
        Source: Fayette-Nicholas BOR #25-305 Report a problem
        6/7/2025Listed for sale$179,000+132.5%$200/sqft
        Source: Fayette-Nicholas BOR #25-305 Report a problem
        9/9/2021Sold$77,000+5.5%$86/sqft
        Source: Fayette-Nicholas BOR #21-501 Report a problem
        8/17/2021Pending sale$73,000$82/sqft
        Source: Fayette-Nicholas BOR #21-501 Report a problem
        8/6/2021Listed for sale$73,000+15.9%$82/sqft
        Source: Fayette-Nicholas BOR #21-501 Report a problem
        5/27/2020Listing removed$63,000$70/sqft
        Source: FIVE STAR REAL ESTATE #18-843 Report a problem
        9/6/2019Price change$63,000-4.5%$70/sqft
        Source: FIVE STAR REAL ESTATE #18-843 Report a problem
        9/28/2018Listed for sale$66,000+55.3%$74/sqft
        Source: FIVE STAR REAL ESTATE #18-843 Report a problem
        12/13/2001Sold$42,500$48/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,237 +89.6%$50,100 -1.6%
        2024$653 +27.1%$50,940 +27.1%
        2023$513 -49.5%$40,080 +1.1%
        2022$1,016 $39,660 +4.4%
        2021-- $37,980 +1.9%
        2020-- $37,260 +4%
        2019$459 -2%$35,820 -2%
        2018$468 +5.4%$36,540 +5.4%
        2017$444 -4.6%$34,680 -4.6%
        2016$466 $36,360
        2015$466 +3.6%$36,360 +3.6%
        2014$450 +285.7%$35,100 +11.4%
        2013$117 $31,500 +8.2%
        2012$117 +3.4%$29,100 +1%
        2011$113 +47.2%$28,800 +10.9%
        2010$77 -76.2%$25,980 +3.6%
        2009$321 +5%$25,080 +5%
        2007$306 +0.5%$23,880 +1.5%
        2006$304 -1.4%$23,520 -0.8%
        2005$309 $23,700 +16.2%
        2004-- $20,400
        2003-- $20,400 +7.6%
        2002-- $18,960 +23%
        2001-- $15,420

        Find assessor info on the county website

        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $907/mo
        Principal & interest
        $820
        Property taxes
        $87
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