Dunbar, WV Homes for Rent

Dunbar's population was once sustained by the factories and chemical plants that lined the Kanawha River. But as factories closed and industry died down, the city became a residential suburb of Charleston. Dunbar has struggled with dilapidated homes and flooding from the river. Efforts to tear down older homes and expand park offerings have helped revitalize the area a bit, but prices are still some of the lowest in the region. “You get a lot more bang for your buck there as a buyer, and there are plenty of rental properties,” says Realtor Tina Pepper with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Great Expectations Realty, who has experience throughout the Charleston area. “There is also easy access to the Interstate, so Charleston is literally 10 minutes away.” Dunbar’s gridded streets were built in the early to mid-1900s to house local laborers. Smaller bungalows and ranch-style homes were common because they could be constructed quickly. As Dunbar became more of a commuter town, some larger houses were added from the late 1970s to the 2000s. With a high number of rental properties and several apartment buildings, about 40% of residents rent. Smaller and outdated homes start