South Hills
Finely aged Craftsmans and new builds offer wide price ranges
Colonial Revival and Craftsman-style homes from the 1920s and '30s sing with character from neatly trimmed, sloped lawns throughout the tree-covered neighborhood. Most options sell between $200,000 and $400,000; however, some sell for much higher prices. A handful of expansive historic manors sit atop hills with panoramic views of downtown Charleston, often fetching prices between $1 and $2 million. But not every home in the neighborhood is nearing its 100th birthday. Many split-levels, cottages and ranch-style homes were built in the 1970s and 80s too. Some New Traditional homes have been built as recently as 2017. There are even some newer attached townhouses in South Hills, which typically sell between $85,000 and $320,000. Single-family homes built after the 1970s sell for a wide range. Most options from the 20th century sell between $100,000 and $350,000, while New Traditional homes built after the 2000s sell between $400,000 and $700,000.James Beard award-winning restaurants on Bridge Road
The heart of South Hills rests upon the Bridge Road Shops. Although it only encompasses a single crescent-shaped block of storefronts, it packs in a lot of boutiques, cafes and restaurants, not to mention a few basic needs, like pharmacies, medical offices and a fire station. Residents take their lunch breaks at sandwich shops like Wheelhouse or Bridge Mart & Deli. On the weekends, some go to grab a pastry and coffee from Sarah's Bakery before poking through jewelry shops or attending a yoga class. Upscale eateries like Fernbank Public House provide cozy atmospheres and inventive American dishes like braised short ribs. Of all the businesses on Bridge Road, 1010 Bridge is perhaps the most celebrated, as its menu of elegantly plated seafood is the work of Chef Paul Smith, West Virginia's first James Beard Award winner. Small markets on Bridge Road can provide some basic grocery supplies, but most residents visit Kroger on Corridor G for a full pantry restock.Pocket parks, scenic trails and private tennis clubs
Numerous small parks are tucked throughout the neighborhood. Oakmont Park is one of the largest, with a baseball diamond, playground and basketball courts all within a single block. Danner Meadow Park offers an additional playground, plus a field for soccer matches encircled by a walking path. The neighborhood is also home to the Charleston Tennis Club, a private facility with dozens of both hardtop and Har-Tru clay tennis courts. Perhaps the most popular amenity in the neighborhood is the Carriage Trail, a short, meandering path that connects the neighborhood with the Kanawha Riverfront. Many claim the trail offers the best sunset views in the region.Public options in Kanawha County through school choice program
Students begin at one of three elementary schools in or around the neighborhood. These include Weberwood Elementary, Kenna Elementary and Overbrook Elementary, which all have a Niche score of B-plus. By sixth grade, students may attend John Adams Middle School, also rated B-plus. For their last four years, most students attend George Washington High School, rated B-plus. But some students apply to a different route through the district's school choice program. "If they are focused on sports, George Washington High School and South Johnson High School seem to be the schools," Eden says. "Kids who are really looking to be recognized for their sports abilities tend to migrate to those schools."
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Pop-up rock-climbing and pie-eating contests at BridgeFest
Residents can make easy trips to the many public events in downtown Charleston, but the Bridge Road Shops also host frequent festivities. A standout is BridgeFest, an annual street fair organized by the Bridge Road Neighborhood Association. A hands-free pie-eating contest is one of the main events, but most visitors prefer to eat a bit more gracefully from dozens of food vendors. The street fair also offers an arts and crafts vendor village, live music and family-friendly activities, like a temporary rock-climbing wall.Easy drives and bus rides to downtown
Several bus routes make stops on the neighborhood's major roads, offering an alternative way to reach downtown Charleston than by car. Some prefer to drive, as the neighborhood is largely sheltered from rush hour traffic on major roads like Corridor G. Some parts of the neighborhood are more walkable than others, but most residential streets lack a sidewalk in this hilly neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Crystal Reeves-Paynter
Crystal Reeves-Paynter
Faith Realty & Co., LLC
(304) 938-0768
226 Total Sales
13 in South Hills
$84K - $455K Price Range
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Martha Hilton
Martha Hilton
Fathom Realty LLC
(681) 484-8402
122 Total Sales
2 in South Hills
$515K - $535K Price Range
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Lisa Eden
Lisa Eden
Old Colony of Teays Valley
(304) 814-3729
82 Total Sales
3 in South Hills
$225K - $285K Price Range
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Christina Pepper
Christina Pepper
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES GREAT
(304) 407-3948
163 Total Sales
20 in South Hills
$135K - $529K Price Range
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Christopher Hoover
Christopher Hoover
Responds QuicklyCORNERSTONE REALTY
(681) 245-8651
241 Total Sales
7 in South Hills
$63K - $430K Price Range
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Amy Lilly
Amy Lilly
Responds QuicklyREALTY EXCHANGE COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE
(681) 245-8531
111 Total Sales
9 in South Hills
$82K - $300K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
The Rock Sports Complex
Little Creek Dog Park
Danner Meadow Park
Oakmont Park
Kidaroos Indoor Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Hills, Charleston sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in South Hills, Charleston over the last 12 months is $280,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$299,000
Median Sale Price
$280,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$290,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$320,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$195,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
197
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$128
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,506
Number of Homes for Sale
34
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,247
Significantly above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,390
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,246
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
591
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,562
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jul 202 - 4pm
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Sunday, Jul 202 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$750 - $1,200 per month
- Greenbrier Gardens (Patriot Greenbrier)
- 1-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 480+ Sq Ft
- 700 Canterbury Dr
- Charleston, WV
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$566 - $937 per month
- Vista View Apartments
- Studio-4 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 483+ Sq Ft
- 1300 Renaissance Cir
- Charleston, WV
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
14,374
Median Age
43
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,293
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,478
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
57.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.2%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
4
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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