Westmoreland
Neighborhood in Huntington, West Virginia
Cabell County 25701, 25704
Craftsman cottages and midcentury ranch-styles on brick streets
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 Westmoreland grew, midcentury architecture became the new craze, leading to a sizable collection of ranch-style homes now selling for $125,000 to $200,000. Westmoreland hasn't seen very many new builds while the community maintains its architectural heritage; more common is investors renovating a preexisting home.
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Historic roller coasters and community playgrounds
A former streetcar suburb, Westmoreland is still home to historic Camden Park, a trolley park built at the end of a streetcar line to increase ridership on weekends. Open since 1903, the park still operates seasonally. Visitors come from all over to ride the Big Dipper, a wooden roller coaster built in 1958, or the Whip, a teacups ride designed by William F. Mangels of Coney Island fame. Nearby, Westmoreland Park's shaded playground pairs with basketball and pickleball courts, and the milelong Floodwall Trail is a popular spot for walks along the river. The neighborhood sees quite a few in- and above-ground swimming pools as well.
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Blue Ribbon elementary schools and CTE courses for high schoolers
Students begin their education at Kellogg Elementary, a National Blue Ribbon School that receives a B-plus from Niche. Some students can even walk to school, although that could involve trying to cross busy thoroughfares like Waverly Road. Vinson Middle School receives a B-minus, followed by Spring Valley High School, rated C. In addition to its active athletics department, Spring Valley High offers career and technical education courses for trades like aviation maintenance, carpentry, welding and sports medicine.
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Women's clubs and church exercise groups
Westmoreland residents stay connected through numerous civic clubs and churches. The Westmoreland Senior Citizens Center provides meals and assistive services to the community's golden agers. The Westmoreland Women's Club holds regular rummage sales in addition to charity dinners and food drives to raise funds for local scholarships. The neighborhood is also home to dozens of churches, each providing regular services and special events such as community dinners and group exercise classes with Westmoreland United Methodist Church.Easy commutes across the Tri-State Area
With Westmoreland's location near the convergence point of the Tri-State area, residents can easily commute throughout the region. "If you're somebody who maybe works at Kings Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, or maybe works at the steel mill in Huntington, Westmoreland would be a good location because you don't have a huge commute between the two," Maynard says. Some parts of Westmoreland are more walkable than others, as some residential streets lack a sidewalk.Famous fried chicken from Camden Corner
Businesses like landscapers, laundromats, daycares and auto repair shops are scattered throughout the neighborhood. A handful of restaurants and retail stores can also be found throughout the area, mostly chains like Family Dollar and Giovanni's Pizza. A few street corners host local businesses, including small bars like the Highway Inn. Camden Corner is arguably the most popular eatery in Westmoreland, known for its crispy fried chicken and jelly donuts. Additional businesses and supermarkets in West Huntington are a 5-minute drive.
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Reversing a history of floods
Following the devastating Ohio River Flood of 1937, a levee and pump station were constructed along the Westmoreland riverfront, curtailing the neighborhood's risk for flooding. Most of the neighborhood is no longer in a flood zone, although some spots around Krout Creek still have a mild risk.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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VINETA MAYNARD
VINETA MAYNARD
REALTY EXCHANGE COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE
(606) 766-3260
154 Total Sales
5 in Westmoreland
$98K - $182K Price Range
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Jeanette Mansour
Jeanette Mansour
Responds QuicklyOld Colony Realtors Huntington
(304) 486-3429
138 Total Sales
2 in Westmoreland
$101K - $130K Price Range
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Whitney Hood-Gesner
Whitney Hood-Gesner
Responds QuicklyHOOD REALTY COMPANY
(304) 486-3753
334 Total Sales
6 in Westmoreland
$45K - $155K Price Range
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Brett Clutters
Brett Clutters
Responds QuicklySELLING WV REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS
(304) 814-3992
50 Total Sales
1 in Westmoreland
$127,000 Price
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Amy Lilly
Amy Lilly
Responds QuicklyREALTY EXCHANGE COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE
(681) 245-8531
110 Total Sales
1 in Westmoreland
$78,000 Price
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NICHOLAS CABELL
NC
NICHOLAS CABELL
Responds QuicklyBoone Realty, LLC
(681) 307-6136
75 Total Sales
1 in Westmoreland
$205,025 Price
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
Westmoreland Park
RPA Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westmoreland | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westmoreland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westmoreland, Huntington sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Westmoreland, Huntington over the last 12 months is $132,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$144,900
Median Sale Price
$132,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$131,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
42
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$96
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
460
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,312
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$790 - $950 per month
- Westmoreland Estates
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 700+ Sq Ft
- 2930-2950 Auburn Rd
- Huntington, WV
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,656
Median Age
43
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,777
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,456
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.9%
College Graduates
22.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.8%
% Population in Labor Force
51.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37
/ 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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