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31 Selbee Branch Dr, Fort Gay, WV, 25514

1beds
1baths
640sqft
$349,900
$547price/sqft
$2,391/moest. monthly cost
$95,640/yrincome needed

About This Home

Located at 31 Selbee Branch Drive, Fort Gay, West Virginia, this 113.75A± acre property offers a combination of comfortable living, recreational opportunities, and productive land in the hills of Wayne County. Featuring a modern cabin, year-round creek, mature timber, open fields, and established trails, the property is well-suited for buyers seeking a full-time residence, weekend retreat, hunting property, or small farm.Constructed in 2017, the approximately 640-square-foot cabin offers an efficient layout with one bedroom and one and one-half bathrooms. The home includes a wraparound porch that provides additional outdoor living space and overlooks the surrounding landscape. A central HVAC system provides year-round comfort, while public water and a private septic system support the home's utility needs. High-speed internet service is available, allowing owners to stay connected while enjoying the property's rural setting.The cabin has previously been operated as a short-term rental and is currently being used as an Airbnb. Buyers interested in continuing short-term rental use should perform their own due diligence regarding applicable regulations, permitting requirements, and future operational considerations.The surrounding acreage offers an appealing balance of open fields and wooded terrain. Mature Appalachian hardwood timber creates both scenic beauty and wildlife habitat, while the fields offer opportunities for gardening, pasture, small-scale farming, or other agricultural pursuits, depending on a buyer's objectives.A year-round creek flows through the property, providing a natural water feature that enhances both the landscape and wildlife habitat. Combined with the timber, fields, and rolling terrain, the property offers an excellent environment for deer, turkey, and other native wildlife commonly found in southern West Virginia.An established trail system extends throughout the property, allowing convenient access for hiking, ATV and UTV riding, wildlife observation, and exploring the acreage. The existing trails also provide practical access to many portions of the property for hunting and land management activities.Additional improvements include a detached garage and a large barn, providing ample storage for equipment, recreational vehicles, farm implements, or workshop space. The property's combination of existing improvements and usable acreage supports a variety of recreational and agricultural uses.For outdoor enthusiasts, the property's location offers convenient access to the nearby Hatfield-McCoy Trails trail system, making it an attractive base for ATV adventures while also providing exceptional opportunities for hunting, hiking, and outdoor recreation on the property itself.The property is conveniently located approximately 9.4 miles from Fort Gay, 13 miles from Wayne, 9.7 miles from Louisa, and 30 miles from Huntington. This location provides convenient access to shopping, dining, healthcare, and other regional amenities while maintaining the privacy and tranquility of a rural setting.Whether your plans include establishing a hunting retreat, operating a short-term rental, creating a small farm, or simply enjoying the outdoors, this Wayne County property offers a diverse combination of acreage, improvements, and recreational opportunities.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

5/10
8/10
Buffalo Middle SchoolGrades 6-814.6 mi
2/10
Spring Valley High SchoolGrades 9-1216.6 mi

Construction

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Other

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1

Features

  • High Speed Internet

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 640
  • Total interior livable area: 640 sqft

Property

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch
  • Has view: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Heat Wave
Ice Storm
Landslide
Lightning
Strong Wind
Wildfire
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across West Virginia Counties

Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,769$21,228
Home Insurance *$302$3,624
Property Taxes $139$1,668
Electricity $181$2,178
Total$2,391$28,692
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$81,977/yr
40% on housing$71,730/yr
45% on housing$63,760/yr

West Virginia FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 260Commercial: 43
Total Premiums$274,000
Total Exposure$30.03M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 4.8%
4.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.0%
8.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.2%
-2.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$547This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 25514$80
Wayne County$82

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 25514$99
Wayne County$98

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-03Listed for sale$349,900
2023-04-24Listing removed--
2023-04-09Pending sale$153,900
2023-04-04Price change$153,900
2023-04-01Listed for sale$160,000
2023-03-01Listing removed--
2023-02-26Pending sale$146,000
2023-02-21Listed for sale$146,000
2021-03-24Listing removed--
2018-03-23Listing removed$143,500
2017-12-15Price change$143,500
2017-10-30Listed for sale$160,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentCamron Stover
BrokerageWhitetail Properties

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