Why Live in Westmoreland
While Huntington modernizes, Westmoreland has stayed in a preservationist bubble, partly because it's in a different county from the rest of the city. For over 100 years, it's been home to industrial workers and local business owners. Today, Westmoreland is more residential than it once was, but not much else has changed. The community has kept its characteristic Old World feeling, with preserved 20th-century homes and landmarks like Camden Park, one of America's oldest continuously operating trolley parks (aka amusement park). "You've got a Huntington address, but you're in Wayne County, so it's kind of on the cusp there. And the thing about Westmoreland is you can be in Kentucky, Ohio or you can be in Huntington, West Virginia, in minutes," says Realtor Vineta Maynard of Realty Exchange. "There's more of a family community, and you're not far from some nice restaurants and shopping." Westmoreland's 20th-century charm is largely preserved in its brick streets and assortment of architectural styles common in former streetcar suburbs. Craftsman cottages, American Foursquares and Colonial Revival homes often sell for $100,000 to $175,000. In the second half of the century, as
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westmoreland a good place to live?
Westmoreland is a good place to live. Westmoreland is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Westmoreland has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 43. The average household income is $57,456 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Westmoreland are home owners, with 31.6% of residents renting and 68.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Westmoreland can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Westmoreland neighborhood guide.
Is Westmoreland, WV a safe neighborhood?
Westmoreland, WV is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Westmoreland?
The median home price in Westmoreland is $476,021. If you put a 20% down payment of $95,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,470 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $106K a year to afford the median home price in Westmoreland. The average household income in Westmoreland is $57K.
What are the best public schools in Westmoreland?
The best public schools that serve Westmoreland are:
What are the best private schools in Westmoreland?
The best private schools that serve Westmoreland are:
- Covenant School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
- Grace Christian School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
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Home Trends in Westmoreland, WV
On average, homes in Westmoreland, Huntington sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Westmoreland, Huntington over the last 12 months is $625,000, up 142% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$625,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$457,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$246
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$476,021
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
142%