We'll make an offer: for most vacant West Virginia land, regardless of its condition, location, or back taxes situation. From mountainous terrain to remote parcels, we buy it all.</p>
Sell West Virginia land with peace of mind: We use escrow, a neutral party that holds funds and title until closing, making a secure exchange for everyone.</p>
Service guarantee: Our team will guide you through your West Virginia land-selling experience, keep you updated, and be available for calls and video chats as needed.</p>
“Our mission is to make selling your land fast, simple, and hassle-free ”
Aaron Timmer | Founder
Compare Prime Land Buyers with a typical experience selling with a realtor.
Zero fees and commissions
No additional expenses
Sell within a few weeks, not months
Sell your land 'as-is'
All back and current taxes paid
A hassle-free sale
West Virginia Agricultural/Farmland
We buy cattle ranches throughout the state's valleys, hay operations in Jefferson and Berkeley counties, and family farms raising beef cattle - West Virginia's top agricultural product.
West Virginia Recreational Land
From hunting properties in the Monongahela National Forest region to fishing land along the New River and Potomac watersheds, we purchase recreational land throughout West Virginia's mountains and valleys.
West Virginia Timber/Forest Land
We actively purchase timber properties featuring mixed hardwood forests common to the Appalachian Mountains, including oak, maple, and cherry stands.
West Virginia Mineral Rights Properties
We buy surface rights properties throughout coal country, understanding the complexity of severed mineral rights common in West Virginia.
When you need to sell land in West Virginia, you have three main options. Each has different timelines, costs, and levels of complexity in the Mountain State's unique real estate market.
Traditional Realtor (6+ months)
West Virginia realtors typically charge 5.41% commission for land sales, plus marketing costs. However, most agents focus on residential properties and may lack specialized knowledge of West Virginia's complex mineral rights laws and mountainous terrain challenges. The process often takes 6+ months or longer due to limited buyer interest and the state's challenging topography that makes land harder to show and evaluate.
For Sale By Owner - FSBO (3-12 months)
Selling land by owner in West Virginia saves commission fees but requires handling complex paperwork, including deed transfers, title searches, and compliance with West Virginia's land contract regulations. You'll also need to navigate mineral rights documentation and qualify potential buyers yourself - particularly challenging in remote mountain areas.
Cash Land Buyers (3-4 weeks) ✓ FASTEST
West Virginia cash land buyers like Prime Land Buyers purchase directly with no commissions, no fees, and no financing delays. We handle all paperwork, closing costs, and understand the complexities of Mountain State land ownership including mineral rights separation. Most transactions close within 3-4 weeks.
Ready to sell your West Virginia land fast? Skip the 6+ month wait and complex paperwork. Get your free cash offer today and close in just weeks, not months.
Don't worry about gathering every document - we'll help you obtain anything that's missing. Here's what's typically needed for West Virginia land sales.
Essential Documents:
• Property deed or title showing current ownership
• Recent property tax statements (last 2 years preferred)
• Survey or legal property description
• Current property tax assessment records
• West Virginia Sales Listing Form (required for recording)
Helpful But Not Required:
• Previous appraisals or valuations
• Environmental assessments or soil tests
• Mineral rights documentation (if retained)
• Timber cruises or forest management plans
• Utility availability documentation
• Photos of the property
West Virginia-Specific Requirements:
• Sales Listing Form must be completed for Tax Commissioner
• Transfer tax calculation and payment
• Property disclosure statement (recommended though not legally required)
• Mineral rights documentation if severed from surface rights
Missing Documents? No Problem.
Don't have all the paperwork? We work with West Virginia county clerks and title companies daily to obtain missing documents. Our team can help you get copies of deeds, tax records, surveys, and any other required documentation. We understand the complexities of Mountain State land ownership, including mineral rights separation common throughout West Virginia.
Ready to get started? Submit your property details today - we'll handle the West Virginia paperwork requirements for you at no cost.
Here are the most common questions we receive from West Virginia landowners looking to sell their property.
The fastest way is to contact direct cash buyers like Prime Land Buyers. Simply submit your property details online, receive a cash offer within 24-48 hours, and close in 2-3 weeks. We handle all West Virginia paperwork including the required Sales Listing Form and transfer tax calculations, making the process simple and stress-free.
Cash buyers are the fastest option, typically closing in 2-3 weeks. Traditional realtor sales in West Virginia's challenging mountain terrain average 8-12 months, while FSBO sales can take 6-18 months. Cash sales eliminate financing delays and the complexities of marketing remote mountain properties.
Yes, we regularly purchase West Virginia properties with back taxes, liens, or other issues. We can coordinate with the county to resolve tax issues at closing, so you don't have to pay them upfront. This is often the fastest way to resolve delinquent tax problems in West Virginia.
With cash buyers, expect 2-3 weeks from offer acceptance to closing. Traditional sales through realtors typically take 8-12 months in West Virginia's land market due to challenging terrain and limited buyer interest. FSBO sales often take even longer due to marketing difficulties in rural areas.
You'll need the property deed, recent tax statements, and the West Virginia Sales Listing Form. If your property has severed mineral rights (common in West Virginia), we'll need that documentation too. We can help you obtain missing documents through our network of West Virginia title companies and county offices.
No, you can sell directly to cash buyers without a realtor. This saves you the 5.41% commission fee (West Virginia average) and speeds up the process significantly. We handle all the same services a realtor would, including navigating West Virginia's unique mineral rights considerations and mountainous terrain challenges.
When you sell to us, there are zero costs or fees. We cover all closing costs, title work, transfer taxes, and Sales Listing Form fees. Traditional sales cost 5.41% in realtor commissions plus marketing expenses and carrying costs during the lengthy mountain state sales process.
We purchase all types of West Virginia land: mountain properties, timber land, agricultural valleys, recreational hunting land, inherited property, and land with mineral rights issues. We understand the complexities of severed mineral rights common throughout West Virginia's coal regions.
Yes, when working with reputable cash buyers. We use licensed West Virginia title companies and escrow services for all transactions. You're protected throughout the process, and we provide references from previous West Virginia landowners who've sold to us successfully.
Absolutely. We help families resolve inherited property issues, including heirs' property situations common in West Virginia. We can work with multiple family members and help navigate the probate process if needed. Many families choose to sell inherited mountain land rather than manage it from out of state.
We can still purchase your property. We work with West Virginia title companies to resolve liens, judgments, or other title issues at closing. Often the proceeds from the sale can satisfy these obligations, allowing you to move forward without upfront costs.
We analyze recent comparable sales, assess your property's specific features (timber value, mineral rights, access, topography), and consider West Virginia market conditions. Our team understands unique Mountain State factors like mineral rights separation, timber value, and challenging terrain that affect land values.
Several types of companies buy West Virginia land, including national land investment firms, local developers, timber companies, and direct cash buyers like Prime Land Buyers.
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