Apartments for Rent in Morgantown WV
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Morgantown Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $867/mo
Down -1% From Last Year
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Morgantown, WV Apartments for Rent
Morgantown, situated along the Monongahela River, combines college-town energy with mountain scenery. As the home of West Virginia University, the city offers both academic opportunities and small-town charm. The downtown area features independent shops and entertainment venues, including the Metropolitan Theatre, a restored historic landmark. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation on the city's rail-trails, at Core Arboretum, and throughout Hazel Ruby McQuain Riverfront Park. The Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system connects major areas of the city, including established neighborhoods like South Park with its historic architecture and the university-adjacent Sunnyside area.
Housing in Morgantown includes both historic properties and newer developments, particularly in the Suncrest area. One-bedroom apartments rent for an average of $861, while two-bedroom units average $1,078, with recent increases between 0.2% and 5.8%. The rental market offers diverse housing options throughout the city's neighborhoods. West Virginia University enrolls approximately 30,000 students and shapes the community's character. The presence of university facilities, healthcare centers, and research institutions has established Morgantown as a hub for education, healthcare, and innovation.
Morgantown, WV Rental Insights
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The average rent in Morgantown, WV is $872 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,632, which means housing in Morgantown, WV is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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The most popular ZIP codes for renters in Morgantown, WV are 26505, 26501, and 26508.
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The cost of living in Morgantown, WV is 7.6% lower than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost less than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in Morgantown, WV as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $67,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $7,920/year for groceries, $12,756 for goods and services, and $20,520/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in Morgantown, WV by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 774 Morgantown apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Morgantown, WV has very few transit options. Residents typically rely on driving for daily needs.
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Students renting in Morgantown, WV have access to West Virginia University, WVU., Health Sciences Campus, Fairmont State University, and Waynesburg University.