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Morgantown Overview

áLiving in apartments in Morgantown, West Virginia, allows you to enjoy the tight-knit community while still having access to all that a big city can offer. Home to West Virginia University, it has plenty of opportunity for camaraderie and fun, as well as good schools and up-and-coming neighborhoods. Here, you'll find a strong sense of home with a desire to help your neighbor. There are plenty of fun things to do in town from sporting events, to getting out in nature, and great restaurants and shopping. There are a variety of distinct neighborhoods to suit your needs whether you're a college student looking for Morgantown apartments or a small family wondering what living in apartments in Morgantown will be like for you.

What is the history of Morgantown?

The city now known as Morgantown was highly contested for many decades by white settlers, Native Americans, and British and French soldiers. In 1767, Zackquill and Dave Morgan entered the area. Seven major forts were built over the next 10 years as well as several smaller ones. Iná1772,áZackquill Morgan established a homestead, therefore settling the city. It was incorporated in 1838 with a population around 700 residents and joined the newly formed state of West Virginia in 1863.á

How is the weather in Morgantown?

Morgantown's weather lies somewhere between humid subtropical and humid continental. It has four distinct seasons with winter highs averaging as low as 23á░Fáand summer high temperatures averaging 83á░F. An average of 27áinches of snow will occur each winter season, while 41 inches of rain fall primarily during the early summer months. This gives residents plenty of opportunity to enjoy all the beauty the various seasons have to offer each year.

How do I get around town?

Most Morgantown apartments residents will have their own vehicle to get around the city. For college students, there is theáMorgantown Personal Rapid Transit system which connects the three campuses to each other and downtown Morgantown. For non-students without a vehicle, there is the Mountain Line Transit Authority bus system with 24 routes. The nearest airport is Morgantown Municipal Airport, though North Central West Virginia Airport is 35 miles away and Pittsburgh International Airport is 80 miles away.

What is the Morgantown commute like?

There are two major interstates through the city: I-79 travels north/south on the west side of the cityáand I-68 travels north/south on the east side of the city beforeámergingáwith I-79 in a V-shape at the south end of town. Highway 19 runs near I-79 but closer inside the city to the WVU campus, whileáHighway 119 flows more through the middle of town near the Morgantown Municipal Airport. Traffic in the city is reasonable, as it has a smaller population than many large metro areas, but there may still be some congestion during peak travel times.

What are the local media outlets?

The major newspaper in town is The Dominion Post, published daily. The university has a student-run newspaper calledáThe Daily Athenaeum which is published on weekdays during the school year. Local quasi-newspapers include theáPost Extraáand theáMorgantown Times, which are distributed throughout town for free. For television news, tune in to KDKA-TV or WDTV for CBS, WTAE-TV for ABC, WPXI or WBOY for NBC, and WVFX or WPGH-TV for Fox. Turn on your Morgantown apartments radio to WCLG 100.1 FM for active rock, WVAQ 101.9 FM for the latest hits, or WKKW 97.9 FM for country music.

Why live in Morgantown, WV?

The state of West Virginia can get a bad reputation, but Morgantown is a gem. It is perfectly situated in the Appalachian Region to provide a variety of seasons, beautiful views, and proximity to major metropolitan areas while still having the feel of a small town. Although it's most well-known for being the home of West Virginia University, it is also a great place to raise a family while living in apartments in Morgantown.

What Morgantown landmarks should I see?

Although there are plenty of great apartments in Morgantown, some days you need get outside and back to nature. When the feeling strikes, visit the Core Arboretum for free and hike the trails, or head to the top of Dorsey Knob for beautiful views of the Monongahela River and Appalachian Mountains. You can also walk, run, bike, or skate down the Caperton and Decker's Creek Rail-Trails all year long. Learn more about the city at the Morgantown History Museum or take in the latest exhibits at the Art Museum of WVU or Monongalia Arts Center.

What is there to do around Morgantown?

During summer, visit a baseball game of the West Virginia Black Bears at the Monongalia County Ballpark in Granville. In the fall, don't miss a game of the West Virginia Mountaineers football team at Mountaineer Field in Milan Puskar Stadium on the WVU campus. There is also the WVU Coliseum for collegiate basketball, volleyball, wrestling, and gymnastics. If sports aren't really your thing, take in a show at the Metropolitan Theatre. You can also relax or be entertained outside your Morgantown apartments with a variety of activities and events available at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Park.

Any annual festivals or Morgantown events to know?

áIn February, warm up at the Annual ChiliáCook-Off. When the weather warms up in May, check out the Spring Arts Walk in downtown Morgantown or pop over to Palatine Park in Fairmont for the West Virginia Three Rivers Festival.áJune celebrates the birth of West Virginia while July features the Cupcake and Craft Beer Festival. Cap off your summer fun at Wild & Wonderful Country Fest, Annual West Virginia Tattoo Expo, and Mon County Fair. Each fall the city hosts the Morgantown Marathon which also includes the Mountain Mama 8k and a half-marathon. You can also attend The West Virginia Wine and Jazz Festival at nearby Camp Muffly or the Annual Hops on the Mon Craft Beer and Food Festival in downtown Morgantown.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

Nearby Coopers Rock State Forest is the perfect place to escape for the day and get back to nature. The major city of Pittsburgh offers a lotáof options for fun just over an hour away. Historical Washington D.C. is about three and a half hours away, while Philadelphia sits nearly five hours away. For a true sight-seeing vacation, visit New York City, just six hours away. Of course, you can also hop on a plane at Pittsburgh International Airport and be taken anywhere you like!

Where is the best place to move in Morgantown?

While the city of Morgantown itself has a comfortableá30,000 residents, the metro area encompasses several other cities and now boasts nearly 120,000 residents. Several neighborhoods throughout town were once independent cities but were annexed as Morgantown began to grow. One such town was Suncrest, which became part of Morgantown in 1949. Sunnyside is an older neighborhood near the downtown WVU campus. As such, it is primarily student housing. First Ward is the place to be if you like nature, biking, and hiking trails. Southpark is a designated historic district and was one of the first suburbs of Morgantown. Woodburn is attractive to families thanks to its parks, nearby school, and a feeling of community, while still being near downtown.

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Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Morgantown

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Morgantown Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Morgantown ranges from $530 to $2,457 with an average monthly rent of $1,049.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Morgantown cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Morgantown range from $555 to $3,135. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,032.

How expensive are Morgantown Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 64 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Morgantown on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $446 to $2,130 - averaging $1,050 for the location.

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