Northside Hills
1000 District Dr,
Morgantown, WV 26505
$475 - $655 | 2-4 Beds
From white-water rafting on the Cheat River to rock climbing at Coopers Rock to shopping for antiques, there's good reason Morgantown is the most popular destination in West Virginia -- add in West Virginia University and the reasons just become more impressive. Morgantown, situated along the Monongahela River, provides stunning views of the Appalachian Mountains -- especially from vantage points like Dorsey Knob. This park covers 71 acres, and the mountain is 1,398 feet high.
Considered a top-ranking research university, WVU was established in 1867 and features several buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Residents of Morgantown can visit the university's Core Arboretum, which is free and open to the public. Residents can also cheer on the West Virginia Mountaineers at various sports events. The Mountaineers compete in NCAA Division I as part of the Big 12 Conference.
Morgantown offers some terrific shopping destinations, including Mountaineer Mall and Suncrest Town Centre. The historic downtown offers nearly 40 restaurants and roughly 100 shops to explore, with wide sidewalks and period lighting. Much of the downtown area is a US Historic District, featuring locations like the Metropolitan Theater, the Monongalia County Courthouse, and the Monongalia Arts Center. The oldest building in Morgantown is the Old Stone House, built around 1796.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Morgantown, WV is $515 for a studio, $863 for one bedroom, $1,076 for two bedrooms, and $1,604 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Morgantown has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
The cost of living in Morgantown, WV is 12.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Morgantown is 28.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $515 - $1,604. You can expect to pay 3.6% less for groceries, 6.8% less for utilities, and 6.8% less for transportation.
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.
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