Why Live in Downtown Weirton
Downtown Weirton features historical homes and a variety of community amenities. The residential landscape includes homes from the 1920s to the 1960s, showcasing Craftsman, American foursquare, minimal traditional, Cape Cod, and split-level styles. The Millsop Community Center serves as a recreational hub with a gymnasium, swimming pool, and basketball courts, while the nearby Mary H. Weir Public Library and Edwin J. Bowman Baseball Field add to the local amenities. Williams Golf and Country Club offers scenic views of the Ohio River, and the Brooke-Hancock County Veterans Memorial Park honors local armed forces with unique displays. Main Street features a mix of local businesses and popular brands, including Iconic, DiCarlo’s Pizza, and Gus’s Goodies. The Weirton Event Center hosts live music and events like the Summer Concert Series and Food Truck Festival. For entertainment, residents can visit The Irish Pub, Holiday Lanes, and Weirton Plaza Theater. Main Street connects the neighborhood to U.S. Highway 22, with Pittsburgh 37 miles east and Pittsburgh International Airport 23 miles away. Public school students attend either Hancock County or Brooke County Schools, with Weirton Elementary being highly rated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Weirton a good place to live?
Downtown Weirton is a good place to live. Downtown Weirton is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. Downtown Weirton has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $37,131 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 7.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Weirton are renters, with 59.6% of residents renting and 40.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Weirton can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Weirton neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Weirton, WV a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Weirton, WV is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Weirton?
The median home price in Downtown Weirton is $399,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Weirton. The average household income in Downtown Weirton is $37K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Weirton?
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Home Trends in Downtown Weirton, WV
On average, homes in Downtown Weirton, Weirton sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Weirton, Weirton over the last 12 months is $399,900.
Median Sale Price
$399,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$360,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$281,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$399,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%