South Hills Homes for Rent

South Hills in Morgantown is a neighborhood known for its spacious homes and privacy, yet it remains conveniently close to the city center. The area features a variety of home styles, including ranch-style builds, split-levels, and New Traditionals from the 1950s to the 1990s, with many undergoing renovations to modernize their appeal. South Hills is home to Marilla Park, which offers forested walking trails, a skate park, and tennis courts. By 2025, the park will also feature a new public pool with a lazy river and water slides. The Deckers Creek rail trail connects Marilla Park to both the Friends of Deckers Creek Outdoor Learning Park and downtown’s Hazel Ruby McQuain Park. Residents often venture outside the neighborhood for dining and shopping, with popular spots like Mario’s Fishbowl just 2 miles away and several options along Earl Core Road in nearby Sabraton. Each October, the community enjoys the Balloons Over Morgantown event, featuring a colorful display of hot air balloons. While South Hills lacks public transit and sidewalks, its wider streets and driveways make it easier for residents to get around by car. The neighborhood is quieter and more family-oriented, partly due to its proximity to highly rated schools such as Mountainview Elementary, South Middle, and Morgantown High, the latter of which is ranked the top high school in West Virginia. The downtown campus of West Virginia University is about 3 miles away, adding to the neighborhood’s appeal for families and professionals alike.