Downtown Charleston
Neighborhood in Charleston, West Virginia
Kanawha County 25301
Walkable downtown streets
Downtown streets are packed with businesses, homes and condos, many of which are historic buildings constructed from the late 19th to the early 20th century. The most common architectural styles are townhouses, colonials and the occasional ranch-style home. Prices range from $160,000 to $330,000.
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Haddad River Front Park and The Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
Parks and green spaces surround downtown Charleston. Haddad River Front Park's amphitheater hosts annual events and concerts. The bandshell is right up against the river, adorned with multi-colored lights that glow and reflect on the water as they surround the stage and the pavilion. Boaters can dock at the nearby launch and watch the show from the still waters of the Kanawha River. With a capacity of 2,500 people, locals can enjoy the free concerts held here every Friday from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day. The park also hosts the Live on the Levee, the 4th of July Celebration, the Smoke on the Water Chili CookOff, car shows and symphony performances. The park’s 4.5-mile trail runs parallel to the river, creating a serene riverside trek.Home to the Charleston Dirty Birds minor-league baseball team, GoMart Ballpark is among downtown's biggest draws during the season. Located on Civic Center Drive, the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center hosts many of West Virginia’s premier entertainment and sporting events. “We have a $180 million performing arts center right downtown, in a city with a population of 50,000,” says Teeter. “I mean, that’s unheard of.”
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The Kanawha County School District
The Kanawha County School District serves Downtown Charleston. Students can begin their education at Piedmont Year-Round Education, which scored a C on Niche. Students can continue their education at West Side Middle School and Capital High School, which earned a C-minus and a C-plus, respectively. There are also many private school options in the area, like Charleston Catholic High School and Sacred Heart Grade School.
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The ArtWalk
The ArtWalk, held every third Thursday from March through December, brings people to local galleries, shops and businesses to view art exhibits and local performances.Getting around Downtown Charleston
Bordered by Interstate 64 to the northeast and bisected by U.S. Route 60, Downtown Charleston is well connected to the greater Charleston area. The Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority provides service through several bus stops along Virginia Street, Washington Street and Morris Street. Cyclists can take the scenic route overlooking the waterfront on Kanawha Boulevard East. The West Virginia International Yeager Airport is 4 miles northeast.A bustling shopping and dining district
Located on Capitol Street, Ellen's Homemade Ice Cream serves just that. “Ellen’s is great, and they’ve got quite a variety of flavors,” says Teeter. They've been selling homemade frozen treats since 1997. Black Sheep Burritos and Brews is a standout among the many breweries on Summer Street. Serving elevated pub grub, Black Sheep offers a long tap list, cocktails, and wine. Housed in a turn-of-the-century train station, Capitol Market is an indoor-outdoor farmers market selling local produce, meat, seafood and West Virginia-made artisanal goods. For a broader selection of groceries, there’s a Bigley Piggly Wiggly on Spring Street.
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Noise risk
Noise to the northeast of the neighborhood can be a concern due to its proximity to the airport and the bordering thoroughfare of Interstate 64.
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Stephanie Davison
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Crystal Reeves-Paynter
Crystal Reeves-Paynter
Faith Realty & Co., LLC
(304) 938-0768
222 Total Sales
3 in Downtown Charleston
$190K - $373K Price Range
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Christina Pepper
Christina Pepper
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES GREAT
(304) 407-3948
169 Total Sales
5 in Downtown Charleston
$153K - $925K Price Range
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Valerie George Ellis
Valerie George Ellis
Responds QuicklyBetter Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central
(304) 814-3396
81 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Charleston
$380,000 Price
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Nichole Koenig
Nichole Koenig
Responds QuicklyBetter Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central
(304) 635-5173
234 Total Sales
5 in Downtown Charleston
$148K - $285K Price Range
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Mary Pyles
Mary Pyles
Responds QuicklyThe Angie Zimmerman Realty Group
(681) 237-7503
215 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Charleston
$162,000 Price
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Susan Murad
SM
Susan Murad
Responds QuicklyOld Colony
(304) 814-3837
35 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Charleston
$217K - $525K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lee Street Triangle
Haddad Riverfront Park
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
Davis Park
Slack Plaza
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Charleston | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 10 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 9 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Charleston Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Charleston, Charleston sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Charleston, Charleston over the last 12 months is $203,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$205,000
Median Sale Price
$203,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$163,862
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$351,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$156
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
126
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1933
Months of Supply
7.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,680
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,300
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,672
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
851
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$875 - $1,050 per month
- One Morris (Patriot River View)
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 480+ Sq Ft
- 1 Morris St
- Charleston, WV
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,302
Median Age
50
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
15.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$18,782
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,925
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.1%
% Population in Labor Force
45.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
72
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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South Hills
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North Charleston
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