Townhomes for Sale in Blennerhassett, Blennerhassett

Parkersburg’s city blocks give way to the suburban and pastoral roads of Blennerhassett, marking the beginnings of Wood County's rural western side. Forests and farmland fit between established residential pockets as the Ohio River flows by. The neighborhood’s separation from Parkersburg lets residents enjoy a quieter lifestyle without feeling as disconnected from city life as the county’s more secluded rural communities. "Until you get more toward Belleville, you're still relatively populated," says Blaine Ritchie, managing broker at Coldwell Banker Commercial Select Properties. "There's not a lot of isolated homes, and it's probably only seven to 10 minutes from downtown." A major highway connects drivers to Parkersburg and Interstate 77 within 8 miles. Two well-rated schools are within the neighborhood's boundaries, and parks with scenic views surround the community. The neighborhood's CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national score of 4. Blennerhassett is primarily residential. Some subdivisions appear more suburban, with small lots and close neighbors. Spacious yards add a bit of privacy, and mature trees overlook winding roads, lush front gardens and