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Lot 1 Cranesville Road, 
Terra Alta, WV 26764

$155,000


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52.01

Acres (Lot)


Land

Pending

Listed by

Tre Kerns

Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC.

217-285-9000

Last updated:

October 26, 2026, 08:23 AM

MLS#

10166984

Source:

WV NCWV

About This Land

Lot 1 Cranesville Road

Located along Cranesville Road near Terra Alta in Preston County, West Virginia, Lot 1 offers approximately 52.01 acres of rolling rural land with mountain views and convenient county road access. This property combines the privacy and open space associated with rural West Virginia acreage with the practical access and utility features that can support a future residential or recreational use. The land features a rolling topography that gives the property a classic Appalachian character, with elevation changes and surrounding mountain scenery creating a scenic setting. The mountain views add visual appeal throughout the property and provide a backdrop for a future homesite, weekend retreat, hunting camp, or recreational base. With approximately 52 acres, there is enough land to provide room for a variety of potential uses while maintaining a strong sense of open space. County road frontage and access are important features of Lot 1. Direct access from Cranesville Road provides a straightforward connection to the property and makes the acreage accessible for exploring, recreational use, and future planning. Electric is available, adding another practical consideration for anyone evaluating the property for residential or recreational development. Buyers should verify the location, capacity, connection requirements, and availability of utilities with the appropriate providers and conduct their own due diligence regarding any proposed improvements. The property is well suited for buyers looking for West Virginia recreational land with residential potential. The acreage provides an opportunity to create a private country homesite while retaining substantial land for outdoor recreation. Depending on the property's specific terrain, soils, access, and applicable regulations, potential uses could include a primary residence, vacation property, cabin, recreational retreat, or other permitted rural use. Buyers should independently verify zoning, septic suitability, building requirements, subdivision regulations, and all other development considerations with Preston County and the appropriate authorities. For outdoor enthusiasts, the broader Preston County area provides numerous opportunities for hiking, fishing, camping, boating, hunting, mountain biking, and other forms of recreation. Preston County's rolling mountains and forested landscape are a major draw for recreational land buyers, with public recreation areas and outdoor destinations throughout the region. Terra Alta is a scenic Preston County community with a long history in the Allegheny Mountain region. The community sits at approximately 2,582 feet in elevation and provides access to local amenities and recreational destinations. Nearby Alpine Lake Resort offers lake recreation, fishing, hiking, swimming, boating, and an 18-hole golf course, adding to the area's recreational appeal. The surrounding region is also known for destinations such as Cranesville Swamp, a unique natural area near the West Virginia-Maryland border. The swamp is recognized for its unusual cold, wet environment and provides opportunities for nature observation and hiking. Coopers Rock State Forest is another major recreational destination within the broader Preston County area. The state forest offers nearly 50 miles of hiking and biking trails, scenic overlooks, fishing, camping, climbing, bouldering, and licensed hunting in designated areas. For those seeking a larger acreage tract in the mountains of West Virginia, Lot 1 Cranesville Road stands out for its combination of approximately 52.01 acres, rolling terrain, mountain views, county road access, and electric availability. The property offers a blank canvas for a future residential or recreational vision in an area where outdoor recreation is an important part of the local landscape. Whether the goal is to build a home with mountain scenery, establish a weekend getaway, create a recreational property, or simply secure a substantial trac

Land Facts

Description/Design:

Land

Lot Size (Acres)

52.01

MLS #:

10166984

Last Updated:

October 26, 2026, 08:23 AM

Added:

a month ago


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$155,000

Source:WV NCWV
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