Burnsville, WV Rent Control 2026
Burnsville has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.
Burnsville does not have rent control. West Virginia does not impose a statewide rent cap. Landlords may raise rent by any amount with 30-day written notice. Retaliatory increases are prohibited.
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Key Takeaways — Burnsville Rent Control
- Key rule: Local Rules Apply
- Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants
Rent Control in Burnsville
Burnsville landlords must follow West Virginia state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.
$869
median 2BR rent
Local Rules Apply
key requirement
Penalty Warning
Violate West Virginia rent control rules in Burnsville and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Burnsville's median rent of $869/month, even a single violation adds up fast.
Burnsville Rental Market Context
Burnsville is the 167th-largest city in West Virginia (population 380). With a median 2-bedroom rent of $869/month, it falls in the budget range for West Virginia rental costs — 5% below the state median of $915/month.
How Burnsville Compares in Braxton County
Burnsville ranks #3 of 4 cities in Braxton County by population. Because rent control rules are often tied to rent amounts, costs vary across the county.
| City | Population | Median Rent | Rent Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton | 836 | $869/mo | No local cap |
| Gassaway | 734 | $869/mo | No local cap |
| Burnsville | 380 | $869/mo | No local cap |
| Flatwoods | 257 | $869/mo | No local cap |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Braxton County, West Virginia. All cities follow West Virginia state law unless a local ordinance applies.
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Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Braxton County.
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