Pine Furnace, Buffalo, WV
Pine Furnace — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Pine Furnace, Buffalo, West Virginia. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the West Virginia Real Estate Commission (WVREC) licensing database.
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Pine Furnace Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Pine Furnace is a quiet, residential neighborhood on Buffalo's northern edge, known for its strong community feel and tree-lined streets. It offers a suburban atmosphere with the convenience of easy access to downtown Buffalo and major highways.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood features a mix of well-maintained mid-century ranches, Cape Cods, and some newer construction. With a median home value of approximately $155,600, Pine Furnace represents one of the more affordable entry points into Buffalo's housing market.
Schools & Education
Families in Pine Furnace are served by the Buffalo Public Schools district, with several well-regarded elementary options nearby. The area is also within reasonable proximity to a number of private and charter school choices for different educational needs.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy the neighborhood's namesake, Pine Furnace Park, a green space with playgrounds and picnic areas. The larger Shoshone Park and its golf course are also just a short drive away, providing ample space for outdoor activities.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily needs are met by local plazas featuring grocery stores, pharmacies, and casual eateries along Hertel Avenue and Military Road. For more variety, the popular Hertel Avenue restaurant and boutique corridor is a quick trip south.
Who Lives Here
Pine Furnace is primarily home to working-class and middle-class families, young professionals, and long-time residents. The neighborhood's median household income is around $67,169, reflecting its stable economic character.
Pine Furnace Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 83.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 16244 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Pine Furnace, Buffalo
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Pine Furnace
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: West Virginia Real Estate Commission (WVREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-16