West Virginia Landlord & Investor Guide
West Virginia offers some of the lowest prices in the country and a landlord-friendly climate, with steady demand around Morgantown and Charleston.
Income outlook
Morgantown (university-anchored) provides stable demand; the broader state is very low-cost with slow growth.
Landlord-tenant law at a glance
| Security deposit cap | No statutory cap on the amount. |
|---|---|
| Deposit return | Within 60 days of move-out (or 45 days after a new tenancy begins). |
| Rent control | Prohibited — local rent control is preempted. |
⚠️ General orientation only — not legal advice. Laws change and vary by city and county. Verify the current statute or consult an attorney before acting. Last reviewed 2026-06-04.
Eviction process
West Virginia's eviction process is comparatively fast and landlord-friendly.
Registering an LLC in West Virginia
Filing agency
West Virginia Secretary of StateApprox. filing fee
~$100 (Articles of Organization)
Good to know
Annual report (~$25) required.
Strategies that fit West Virginia
Underwriting tip
Morgantown's university demand is the steadiest play in a very low-cost, slow-growth state.
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