Southwind Apartments
1061 Southwind Dr,
Fairmont, WV 26554
$750 - $850 | 2 Beds
Spanning the banks of the Monongahela River, Fairmont is a thriving and historic city just minutes down the road from Morgantown. The city boasts a proud history as a thriving railroad and coal town, and the abundant antique architecture lends Fairmont a timeless atmosphere everywhere you go. As the home of Fairmont State University, the city is home to over 4,000 college students as well as hundreds of faculty and staff members, with the campus dominating the west side of town.
Fairmont’s high-performing public schools and low crime rate have made the area quite desirable among folks raising families, with the local rental market offering a broad selection of options for every budget, taste, and lifestyle.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Fairmont, WV is $724 for a studio, $819 for one bedroom, $946 for two bedrooms, and $1,113 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fairmont has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Public
Grades PK-4
300 Students
Public
Grades PK-4
348 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
629 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
723 Students
Public
Grades PK-4
415 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
629 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
723 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
70 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
821 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
689 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
70 Students
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.