Cross Lanes

Cross Lanes

Located in Kanawha County

$214,421 Average Value
$105 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

A shopping hub to the west and a cozy countryside to the east

Oaks, birches and cedars blanket the unincorporated community of Cross Lanes, about 12 miles north of Charleston. “We are rural, but we are having an influx of people, so much so that they are looking at widening the roads,” says Angela Mayfield, a real estate broker with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central and resident of more than 20 years. “It’s a quaint little town, but you’ve got everything you need here. I don’t have to leave this area unless I want to go to Charleston for a concert.” Cross Lanes brims with shops and restaurants toward the west, while the eastern half provides a quieter lifestyle with homes in the green, hilly countryside.

Winding residential streets and Colonial Revivals

Residential roads wind through a forested landscape laced by streams. Colonial Revivals, ranch-style homes and split levels sit on large lots along narrow streets. Most residents use a car to get around, as many roads do not have sidewalks. Prices range from $100,000 to $300,000 on average. “Cross Lanes homes qualify for the U.S. Department of Agriculture loan,'' Mayfield said of the federal loan program available in some rural ZIP codes that can lead to 100% financing if home buyers qualify.

Colonial style homes are popular throughout the Cross Lanes area.
Colonial style homes are popular throughout the Cross Lanes area.
Affordable Ranch style homes are common throughout Cross Lanes.
Affordable Ranch style homes are common throughout Cross Lanes.
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Ridenour Memorial Park & Lake

Ridenour Memorial Park & Lake is a nature retreat offering lake access for swimming, kayaking and fishing. This pet-friendly space also includes a dog park, a playground, picnic spots and hiking trails with varying difficulty levels. “It's a neat little outdoor area,” says Mayfield. “There's a big hill that the kids sled down in the winter. Me and all the other parents park at the bottom of the hill, so the kids can slide down, then get in the car and get warm.” Just across Interstate 64 is the Mardi Gras Casino & Resort, a New Orleans-themed casino with 900 slot machines, table games, restaurants and live music at Louie's Lounge. Mardi Gras is best known for hosting one of America's last available greyhound dog racing tracks, “They still run the dogs,” says Mayfield. “Everybody likes to come here for the track.” Nearby, the Tyler Mountain Raceway also hosts auto racing.

Ridenour Memorial Park offers a variety of outdoor opportunities in a beautiful setting.
Ridenour Memorial Park offers a variety of outdoor opportunities in a beautiful setting.
This couple are enjoying some fishing at Ridenour Memorial Park in the Cross Lanes area.
This couple are enjoying some fishing at Ridenour Memorial Park in the Cross Lanes area.
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Restaurants dot along Goff Mountain Road

While the eastern portion of the neighborhood is primarily residential, the western half is home to a host of restaurants, namely along Goff Mountain Road. T and M Meats, also known as the West Virginia Brick Oven Bistro, is a deli and restaurant specializing in fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The family-owned Huskey's Dairy Bar is another local favorite. Though they provide more than frozen treats, their ice cream is the main draw. “Huskey’s is fantastic. They do the hot dogs and stuff, but everybody goes there for ice cream,” says Mayfield. For groceries, there's a Kroger on Big Tyler Road.

This Cross Lanes resident is enjoying a summer ice cream at Huskey's Dairy Bar.
This Cross Lanes resident is enjoying a summer ice cream at Huskey's Dairy Bar.
T and M Meats is a favorite among those in Cross Lanes.
T and M Meats is a favorite among those in Cross Lanes.
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The Kanawha County School District

The Kanawha County School District serves the residents of Cross Lanes. Students can begin their education at Cross Lanes Elementary School, which scored a B on Niche. Students can continue their education at Andrew Jackson Middle School and Nitro High School, which received a B-minus on the site. Nitro High offers several scholarships: the Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars Program, the Davis & Elkins Full Ride Scholarship and the Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship.

Nitro High School offers a wide variety of opportunities for students.
Nitro High School offers a wide variety of opportunities for students.
Andrew Jackson Middle School offers a great learning atmosphere for your student.
Andrew Jackson Middle School offers a great learning atmosphere for your student.
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Travel in Cross Lanes and beyond

I-64 borders the neighborhood to the west, providing a direct route to downtown Charleston about 12 miles south. The Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority provides service through several bus stops along Cross Lanes Drive, Goff Mountain Road and Big Tyler Road. Traffic on Big Tyler Road can be a concern, as it is the only thoroughfare within Cross Lanes that connects to I-64. The West Virginia International Yeager Airport is about 17 miles southeast of the neighborhood.

Bus access is easily available in Cross Lanes
Bus access is easily available in Cross Lanes
An overhead view of the Cross Lanes business area nestled in the beautiful hills.
An overhead view of the Cross Lanes business area nestled in the beautiful hills.
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Cross Lanes Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$215,250
Median Sale Price
$205,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$209,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$124,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$10
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$105

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
4
Months of Supply
1.00

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value



Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Cross Lanes Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
9,191
Median Age
42
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$64,313
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,093

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.4%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.9%
Advanced Degrees
12.7%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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