1497 Eastern Ave, Morgantown, WV 26505
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SOLD
NOV 7, 2025

1497 Eastern Ave
Morgantown, WV 26505

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,865 sqft (on 0.44 acres)

$190,000

Last Sold: Nov 7, 2025
24% below list $250K
$102/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,131/mo*
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$190,000

Last Sold: Nov 7, 2025
24% below list $250K
$102/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,131/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,865 sqft
(on 0.44 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

This original, simplistic, Gunnison home is awaiting its next owners touch. It offers hardwood floors, a bonus room addition and 4 bedrooms on .44 acres in Suncrest. There is a spacious basement and internal garage. This home is just a moments from the updated park nearby. You are minutes from shopping, restaurants, schools, and local hospitals.
1497 Eastern Ave, Morgantown, WV 26505 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,865 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $190,000 on Nov 7, 2025 (24% below the $249,999 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $195,000, with a rent estimate of $2,048/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$102/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1497 Eastern Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Concrete,Drop Ceiling,Exterior EntryNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Living Room, Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1865 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Range
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Attic Fan,GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200 AmpsHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Storm Window(s)Door: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl, Concrete
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: 1Floors: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl, Concrete
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, PatioFencing: NoneFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Door Opener,On Street,Off Street,3+ Cars
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Stream/CreekOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1536 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 329 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Gunnison Style
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, Block, Cedar, Wood Siding, Hardboard, Shake SidingNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 530187.0000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $249,999Price Per Sqft: $102/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Oct 16 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: MorgantownCommunity: Suncrest
School Information
Elementary School: Suncrest ElementaryElementary School District: MonongaliaJr High / Middle School: Suncrest MiddleJr High / Middle School District: MonongaliaHigh School: Morgantown HighHigh School District: Monongalia

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2249 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Playground, Public Transportation
Other
Playground

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.44 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 10161814Attic: OtherAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1536

Additional Information

ParkPlaygroundPublic Transportation
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by DOUG GOODWIN, (304) 282-3424
COMMODORE REALTY LLC
JOSEPH COMMODORE, (304) 288-5805
COMMODORE REALTY LLC
Bought with: MARY OLDHAM, (304) 276-6223, ALLIANCE REALTY
Source: NCWV REIN, MLS#10161814

Price History for 1497 Eastern Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/07/2025$190,000Sold
NCWV REIN #10161814
10/17/2025$249,999ContingentNCWV REIN #10161814
10/02/2025$249,999Listed For SaleNCWV REIN #10161814
09/11/2018$69,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Morgantown

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$289K
$14.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$171
$5MoM
Available listings
268
18MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,261
Assessment$192,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1497 Eastern Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
480 Hillview Dr, Morgantown, WV
0.19
Single-Family Home
$310,000
10/07/25
4
2.5
1,755
520 Meridan St, Morgantown, WV
0.26
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$275,000
07/31/25
4
2
1,790
484 Lawnview Dr, Morgantown, WV
0.18
Single-Family Home
$295,000
06/03/26
4
2.5
1,809
1457 Dogwood Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.11
Single-Family Home
$295,000
07/30/25
3
2.5
1,723
401 Lawnview Dr, Morgantown, WV
0.40
Single-Family Home
$260,000
01/20/26
4
2
2,027
3473 Collins Ferry Rd, Morgantown, WV
0.16
Single-Family Home
$420,000
04/03/26
3
3
3,316
3356 Collins Ferry Rd, Morgantown, WV
0.32
Single-Family Home
$275,700
05/20/26
3
2.5
2,124
441 Lawnview Dr, Morgantown, WV
0.29
Single-Family Home
$269,500
01/30/26
3
2
1,345
472 Kiwanis Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.53
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$360,000
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3
2
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What Locals Say about Morgantown

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  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 65 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 35 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 26 % Say there are community events

  • 22 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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