Why Live in Guyandotte
Guyandotte, one of Huntington’s oldest neighborhoods, dates back to the early 1800s. The community, located at the confluence of the Ohio and Guyandotte Rivers on the West Virginia-Ohio border, boasts a rich history and homes that reflect early 19th-century styles. Cottage-style and Craftsman homes the most common. Prices typically range from about $60,000 to about $260,000.
The neighborhood is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Harris Riverfront Park hosts summer favorites like the Rails & Ales Festival and the Dawg Dazzle celebration, with concerts and a massive Fourth of July fireworks show. For hiking, disc golf, and playground fun, Rotary Park offers over 100 acres of trails, two disc golf courses, ballfields and scenic overlooks. Boaters can head to Adams Landing Marina, a full-service facility on the Ohio River. History buffs will appreciate the Madie Carroll House Museum, one of Cabell County’s oldest structures, which survived the Civil War and now serves as a historic landmark.
Mountain Mama’s Kitchen, a soul food restaurant, is a neighborhood dining destination. For groceries, residents often shop at Guyandotte Food Mart or nearby stores in Proctorville, Ohio.
Nearby Interstate 64 provides convenient regional travel and connects to Charleston a little over 50 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Guyandotte a good place to live?
Guyandotte is a good place to live. Guyandotte is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Guyandotte has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $31,810 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 4.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Guyandotte are renters, with 50.4% of residents renting and 49.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Guyandotte can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Guyandotte neighborhood guide.
Is Guyandotte, WV a safe neighborhood?
Guyandotte, WV is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Guyandotte?
The median home price in Guyandotte is $45,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $9,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.46%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $230 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $10K a year to afford the median home price in Guyandotte. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Guyandotte is $32K.
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Home Trends in Guyandotte, WV
On average, homes in Guyandotte, Huntington sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Guyandotte, Huntington over the last 12 months is $35,500, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$35,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$34,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$68
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$45,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%