256 E Prospect St, Morgantown, WV 26505
OFF MARKET

256 E Prospect St
Morgantown, WV 26505

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 2,120 sqft (on 1.20 acres)

$227,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,339/mo*
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$227,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,339/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
2,120 sqft
(on 1.20 acres)

Local Information

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Description

This single-family home is located at 256 E Prospect St, Morgantown, WV. 256 E Prospect St is in Morgantown, WV and in ZIP code 26505. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 2,120 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1.20 acres and was built in 1919.
256 E Prospect St, Morgantown, WV 26505 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2,120 sqft single-family home built in 1919. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $227,300, with a rent estimate of $1,553/month.

Home Highlights

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A/C
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HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 256 E Prospect St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.20 acres

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
Assessment$122,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 256 E Prospect St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
142 Richwood Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.06
Single-Family Home
$295,000
12/18/25
2
1
1,549
612 Clinton Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.11
Single-Family Home
$260,000
06/15/26
3
1
1,575
532 Elmina St, Morgantown, WV
0.45
Single-Family Home
$110,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,176
524 Pearl Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.03
Single-Family Home
$220,000
03/24/26
3
2
1,530
32 W Wilson St, Westover, WV
0.77
Single-Family Home
$5,500
08/28/25
3
1
1,936
729 Ridgeway Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.26
Single-Family Home
$45,000
06/04/26
2
2
912
709 Monongalia Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.16
Single-Family Home
$210,000
03/06/26
3
1
946
712 Lorentz Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.59
Single-Family Home
$110,000
02/20/26
2
1
864
813 Ridgeway Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.30
Single-Family Home
$312,000
07/07/26
3
2
2,500
924 Garrison Ave, Morgantown, WV
0.30
Single-Family Home
$190,000
12/23/25
2
1
960

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Morgantown

At least 448 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 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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  • Christinaneal03
    "A new pool for little ones and older ones, great places to shop downtown & many restaurants to chose from, lots of trails to walk."
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    "Morgantown is a safe place to live with plenty of recreational opportunities, youth sports, and good schools."
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  • Kozi
    "Trick or treating, group walking kids to bus stop, Not much other than the constant dog walking."
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  • chris lyon
    "The area is nice with plenty of homes. The neighbors go all out decorating for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas."
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  • chris lyon
    "Nice place to live with plenty of outdoor activities. Commute is convenient to almost anywhere. Plenty of dining and shopping options."
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  • chris lyon
    "Plenty of folks out walking with their dogs every day. The neighborhood is welcoming to pets and pet owners."
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  • Lauren R.
    "9 elementary schools, weird school district lines. I don’t know what else to say about Morgantown. Moved here over a decade ago "
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  • Justin Adams
    "Easy commute most days but this area sees a large influx of traffic due to students and other folks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I work from home however it is close to the hospitals and downtown. 5 to 15 min commute to stores, downtown, medical facilities and grocery stores "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a homely and popular family oriented neighborhood. children still ride bikes and play outside "
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    "Lived in this neighborhood for 3 years. Love it. Very college but as quite as you can get while being within walking distance to all things Morgantown has to offer "
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    "my neighborhood has a great commute to town, shopping, dining & also for my husband back & fourth to work! I like living o the outskirts of town but not to far away from things!"
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    "the people, the parks, the restaurants, collage students, my family lives here, and my friends, football games, basketball and baseball"
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    "Great commute bus access and close to downtown 705 and interstate many things very close by great commute "
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    "Lived here for a few months now everyone seems great it’s a nice neighborhood and it’s close to stores schools and public transportation "
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    "Great place to live, neighbors are quiet and respectful. Lots of old houses with character. As well as new infrastructure "
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  • Kiah L.
    "There are a lot of nice parks and restaurants. Lots of stuff to do!! I’ve heard the schools are really nice too!"
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  • Claire L.
    "There are plenty of children in the area for parents to have others play with and it’s a safe and friendly area. "
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  • Linda B.
    "It’s out of town and student housing yet close to all amenities. Close to the WV Botanic Garden for hiking. "
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  • Michelle E.
    "The rail trails are convenient for walking, and the Stanley's Spot dog park is conveniently along the Decker's Creek trail"
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  • Donald G.
    "Easy access to main areas to 705 close to hospital and Mylan short drive to downtown and sabraton interest 68"
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  • Jeremybsoule
    "Nice neighborhood. Easy walk to downtown with great access to interstate without crosstown traffic. Near the rail trail. Jack Roberts Park for kids and walking dogs. "
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  • Leroyellisonjr
    "I love Morgantown, been here 11 years, came for school and never left the place, I’m from dc and it’s the perfect balance "
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  • Chelsea
    "It’s a booming city. Definitely a collage town. Would not raise children here. The sidewalks are not as accessible in the Evansdale campus compared to downtown."
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  • Rachel W.
    "People tend to speed when driving in residential areas. There are some woods nearby with wild dogs or coyotes and deer. "
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  • Josh
    "Approximately five minutes to the interstate exit at sabraton. Roughly fifteen minutes to downtown. "
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  • Karisa.asbury
    "There are plenty of dog owners in the neighborhood. I always see people walking their dogs up and down my street. Occasionally there is a noisy one that gets my dogs going, but all in all, First Ward is a very dog friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Laasha
    "It very hard to find dog approved housing. And I have two very small dogs. If you have a dog over 25 lbs then you are pretty much screwed "
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  • Avery S.
    "It’s nice and most of the people are friendly. I like how there is a convenient store so close to my house. "
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  • Kara S.
    "It’s quiet and everything you need is within a stone’s throw away. Everybody we’ve met has been helpful and friendly. "
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  • Justadams20
    "WVU Football and Basketball, community gatherings at Krepps Park, and Christmas Parade nearby in Star City. "
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  • Dave J.
    "Great place to live - major college town. Lots of education and job opportunities.come visit us. But on a home football game Saturday. ,tthanks for your help - you seem to care. "
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  • Bandh78
    "I see people walking their dogs and children playing in the neighborhood. We’re close to numerous parks and public schools. "
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  • Natestewart33
    "I work at the University Town Center and it is very easy to get across town through Westover from where I’m at in First Ward."
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  • Billins.maya
    "Some community events and movies during the summer, they send out that info in the paper, not much beyond that though"
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  • Johnlee F.
    "I can and do leave my doors and windows unlocked a good bit of the time. Neighbors look out for one another."
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  • Alley
    "There are plenty of people with animals in the neighborhood and most people have fences so it’s very animal friendly"
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  • Phyllis T.
    "Christmas party and Halloween party, pool parties as well . Decorated great and maintenance is great excellent . Great office staff"
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  • em
    "Always dogs being walked, always on a leash. Lots of parks and trails close to the area. Not a lot of traffic. "
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