A church, a post office and a local bar are among the few institutions located in the otherwise residential community of Neffs. Originally established as a coal mining town in the 19th century, buyers can find vintage homes built over a hundred years ago and views of the area's rolling Appalachian foothills. "Growing up, I could leave at seven in the morning to go play outside and not come back until seven at night, and my mom would never be worried," says Laney Ross, a broker with Harvey Goodman who lives and raised his kids in the area. He may be referring to previous decades, but Neffs still offers a simple pace of life about 8 miles from Wheeling, West Virginia. Like many people who grew up here, Ross says his kids have since moved away to pursue careers elsewhere, but they always look back on Neffs with a sense of nostalgia, remembering it as a welcoming home to come back to.
Hundred-year-old homes in Neffs
Often built from about 1900 to 1925 by local mining companies to provide housing for their employees, many homes in Neffs are well over a hundred years old. Though these boxy, traditional designs may have limited square footage, Ross says that homebuyers have often built onto them, adding outdoor patios and extra rooms over the years. Larger Craftsman homes built in the 1930s and '50s add architectural diversity to the community, along with more contemporary ranch-style homes built since 2010. Most properties in the center of town sit on closely spaced lots and sell from about $40,000 to $125,000, while those located further away often offer multi-acre lots can sell from about $175,000 to $350,000. Neffs CAP Index Crime Score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. With its proximity to several creeks, FEMA requires varying levels of additional flood insurance.
Most homes in Neffs sell from $50,000 to $150,000 dollars.
Away from the main town, larger homes with several acres can sell for up to $350,000 in Neffs.
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Bellaire public schools nearby
Students in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade can attend Bellaire Elementary, which gets a B-minus from Niche. Fifth graders may move on to Bellaire Middle, which gets a B rating, before attending Bellaire High, which receives a C from Niche. Bellaire High School has a National Honors Society program for those looking for academic distinguishment, as well as an array of sports teams. Football is particularly popular in the area, says Ross, but the school also hosts competitive programs, including volleyball and cross country.
St. John Central Academy is a Roman Catholic school serving students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is in neighboring Bellaire, about 5 miles from Neffs.
Heading outdoors near the Ohio River
When heading outdoors, one of the closest options is the baseball field on Pike Street, located right next to the Neffs Fire Department. McMahon Creek runs just beyond the field, providing nearby fishing opportunities, but the larger draw is the Ohio River, located about 5 miles to the east. Bellaire Marina is a convenient location to store a boat or set out onto the river from the boat ramp, and it also has a picnic shelter where anglers can rest after fishing and take in views of the river. One of the region's largest greenspaces, Oglebay Park, is 13 miles east of Neffs and has a zoo, golfing and a lake for paddle boating. Hiking and walking trails take visitors across the park's 1,600 acres, passing by several gardens, a scenic waterfall and views of the surrounding mountains. Young visitors also enjoy playing on the park's playground, which has a rubberized floor to protect from hard falls.
Visitors enjoy great views of boats on the Ohio River from Bellaire Marina.
Say hello to a family of cotton-top tamarins at the Oglebay Good Zoo, a short drive from Neffs.
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Shopping and dining in the Ohio Valley
Freno's Bar is one of the few businesses in Neffs, supplying the community with a gathering place, as well as live rock music performed by local musicians at the bar's outdoor stage. For essential food items and other goods, Dollar General is the only store in Neffs, located just off Pike Street. The next closest grocery store is the Kroger in Bellaire, which is about 5 miles east. The Roosevelt, an Italian restaurant serving hand-made spaghetti dishes, is also in Bellaire, along with The All American Family Restaurant, which is known for its wide-ranging menu options, including burgers, French toast and twice-baked potatoes. The Ohio Valley Mall is about 6 miles northwest in St. Clairsville. Shoppers can find dozens of clothing and beauty stores in the mall, visit nearby big-box stores like Walmart, Lowes and Sam's Club, and fast-food locations like Steak 'n Shake and Auntie Anne's.
Residents of Neffs head out 6 miles away to shop at larger stores such as Walmart.
Freno's Bar is the one place in Neffs for getting drinks and a bit to eat.
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Getting around the Neffs area
Located about 8 miles from Wheeling, West Virginia, Neffs residents can reach the city in just 12 minutes by hopping on Interstate 470. The closest hospital, WVU Wheeling Hospital, is also located in Wheeling, about 14 miles away. Pittsburgh International Airport offers flights from 15 different airliners, including Delta, Southwest and United Airlines, and is about 60 miles from Neffs.
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Parks in this Area
Oglebay Park
Bellaire Marina
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Neffs
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Neffs, Wheeling sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Neffs, Wheeling over the last 12 months is $179,844, up 68% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$171,500
Median Single Family Price
$171,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$100
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$174,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
80%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
196
Median Year Built
1969
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,395
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,800
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
26,789
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
585
Median Age
49
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,900
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,514
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.4%
College Graduates
9.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.4%
% Population in Labor Force
51.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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