Moving to Morgantown WV (Fairmont, Cheat Lake: low crime, house, good schools) - City-Data Forum

ohho · 10-27-2006, 12:37 PM

got an offer from a company in Morgantown WV. Does anyone give me any idea of the community safety, living cost, 2000 sqt house price and property tax, etc?
I checked the map of this town, it is very close to Penn. If the property tax is high in Morgantown, how about living in Penn side and working here?
Any input will be greatly appreciated.

HannahB2 · 10-29-2006, 11:37 AM

You have to remember that Morgantown is a college town, so yes, there are some robberies and such but I have never felt unsafe in Morgantown. Pricing for a 2000 sq ft house will probably range from 175,000 to 450,000 $, depending on what part of town you live in. Cheat Lake would be the most expensive area in Morgantown.

ohho · 10-29-2006, 06:32 PM

Thank you for your reply.
Any idea if live in PA side and commute to Morgantown?
Thanks a lot.

Need_affordable_home · 10-30-2006, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by HannahB2

You have to remember that Morgantown is a college town, so yes, there are some robberies and such but I have never felt unsafe in Morgantown. Pricing for a 2000 sq ft house will probably range from 175,000 to 450,000 $, depending on what part of town you live in. Cheat Lake would be the most expensive area in Morgantown.

That is a ridiculous price! Perhaps you can live nearby and get a nice house for $100k and commute a little?

paul valachovic · 10-30-2006, 06:16 AM

Hello, I agree that cheat lake is the most expensive area of town. Downtown in South Park is a very nice historic area and prices are reasonable. PA is very close. Some of the cities that are commutable from Motown are not too desireable. Point Marion is very close but very depressed. Uniontown, PA has just had a big resurgence. Joe Hardy (84 Lumber owner) put millions of his own money into remaking the downtown. It is a 30 commute. I've heard that taxes in general in PA. are higher. In general Morgantown is a very nice place to live. Some people adjust to smaller city life and some never do. I would recommend Morgantown over any of the Penn. towns. Paul

ohho · 10-30-2006, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by paul valachovic

Hello, I agree that cheat lake is the most expensive area of town. Downtown in South Park is a very nice historic area and prices are reasonable. PA is very close. Some of the cities that are commutable from Motown are not too desireable. Point Marion is very close but very depressed. Uniontown, PA has just had a big resurgence. Joe Hardy (84 Lumber owner) put millions of his own money into remaking the downtown. It is a 30 commute. I've heard that taxes in general in PA. are higher. In general Morgantown is a very nice place to live. Some people adjust to smaller city life and some never do. I would recommend Morgantown over any of the Penn. towns. Paul

Thank you for your helpful comments!

Micah Girl · 11-11-2006, 11:55 AM

Is it a typical college town? Great book shops, coffee shops, interesting cultural activities, fun stuff to do for families? Is it progressive or conservative? Is it multicultural or homogeneous? How does it take to newcomers?

Blaine · 11-11-2006, 08:44 PM

Ive done some looking on their site (Im moving nearby to fairmont) and it looks to be a pretty cool town. Its nice to know that I can move to the beauty of WV and have a place right around the way that I can snag a decent cup of coffee at. Im really looking forward to being able to stroll the town.

I have a feeling this town is where Ill be spending most of my time.

farmerkd · 11-20-2006, 10:03 PM

Morgantown......low crime, good schools, pricey housing....not much for under 200,000. Cheat Lake is best area, really need to be choosy about your area, this is a big deal in this area. Resell very good on homes. Growing everywhere. Traffic is unreal for a small town. Plenty of options for all facets of entertainment and culture. Remember Pittsburgh PA is only about an hour away. This too is a bonus. PA options are not good, and taxes are higher anyway. Fairmont is next town south of Morgantown, housing is more affordable and only 30 min away, Fairmont is not a growing town, many old folks don't want change. Schools not as good either. Stick to Mo-town....best choice and really so much in terms of housing you will find something.

ohho · 11-21-2006, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by farmerkd

Morgantown......low crime, good schools, pricey housing....not much for under 200,000. Cheat Lake is best area, really need to be choosy about your area, this is a big deal in this area. Resell very good on homes. Growing everywhere. Traffic is unreal for a small town. Plenty of options for all facets of entertainment and culture. Remember Pittsburgh PA is only about an hour away. This too is a bonus. PA options are not good, and taxes are higher anyway. Fairmont is next town south of Morgantown, housing is more affordable and only 30 min away, Fairmont is not a growing town, many old folks don't want change. Schools not as good either. Stick to Mo-town....best choice and really so much in terms of housing you will find something.

Really helpful! Much appreciated!