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Weirton's winding main road for shopping and dining
Pennsylvania Avenue may share a name with the state that defines the easternmost edge of Weirton. But the city’s major thoroughfare is firmly on the West Virginia side of the state line and has the distinctive businesses to match. From a modest movie theater and the city’s public schools to varied restaurants and service offices, life on Weirton’s east side courses through slopes and curves in the city's hills. “You’ve got all the restaurants and stores there, and it’s 20 minutes out from Pittsburgh,” says Lisa Hensley, a Realtor and broker with Howard Hanna Mortimer Realty. Hensley has sold homes nearby for more than 20 years, and points to the all-American small town feel as a draw for newcomers.
Books and ice cream, bargain hunts and diner eats on Pennsylvania Avenue
Pennsylvania Avenue is one of Weirton’s retail and restaurant corridors. The Weirton Shopping Plaza near Penco Road is home to the Shop ‘n Save grocery store and Goodwill Weirton for gently used clothes and home goods. In one corner of the low-slung shopping mall, the Plaza Theater is located in a small moviehouse screening new first-run pictures. Varied discounted items are also available at America’s Wholesale Outlet. Heading northeast on the main road, Dollar General is available for everyday needs around the house, while Little Critters Pet Shop offers supplies and services for dogs, cats, rats, fish and more. Contemporary farmhouse décor and wood-lined display walls set the tone at The Best You Boutique, a shop for women’s fashions and accessories.
Locals can satisfy the mind and the sweet tooth in one stop at Prime Ice Cream & The Weirton Book Company, where soft-serve desserts and new fiction releases have accompanied each other for more than 30 years. Barb’s Stateline serves all-day diner fare on weekdays and brunch on the weekends. The chalkboard menus at The Coffee Bean Cafe & More list a broad lineup of espresso drinks. Vocelli’s Pizza is a popular Pittsburgh-area chain offering pies for delivery and takeout. Dragon Palace is a staple for casual Chinese eats to go, while Koi Asian Cuisine has sit-down service for Chinese, Japanese and Thai dishes.
The Best You Boutique is a popular shopping spot for young Pennsylvania Avenue residents.
Pennsylvania Avenue residents stop by the Dollar General to stock up on cleaning needs.
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Drag shows, axe throwing and historic army forts in the Ohio Valley
Spots for evening outings on Pennsylvania Avenue include Rainbow Unicorn NiteClub & Event Hall, a venue featuring a mix of drag shows, live music and other get-togethers. Closed-toe shoes are required at Kenny B’s Bar and Grill, a casual American restaurant that also has a row of axe throwing lanes. The game’s digital targets add an extra layer of challenge by switching the bullseye’s position mid-game.
South of the city in Steubenville, Historic Fort Steuben is an 18th-century fort, rebuilt from the ground up. The fort itself is open from spring to fall, while the visitors’ center stays open year-round. Folks can visit throughout the year for annual gatherings like Christmas at the Fort each holiday season and the Frontier Days festival during the summer.
The Coffee Bean has a drive through to serve up hot drinks to Pennsylvania Avenue residents.
Barb's Stateline sits at a busy intersection of the Pennsylvania Avenue neighborhood.
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Scattered 20th century homes between businesses
Houses along the street are peppered between businesses and outlets to Weirton’s more residential areas. Most of Pennsylvania Avenue’s homes were built around the 1940s; styles include Cape Cods, ranch-style homes and Craftsman bungalows. Prices for single-family properties hover between $15,000 and $189,000, with homes on the lower end of the range often requiring higher upkeep needs.
Rows of two story homes make up many of the homes in the Pennsylvania Avenue neighborhood.
This home in the Pennsylvania Avenue neighborhood sits up from the street on a slight hill.
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Food truck festivals hosted by Weir High School students
In the Hancock County Schools district, Weirton Elementary School sits on the east side of Pennsylvania Avenue. The school has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio and a B-plus grade on Niche. Weir Middle School earns a B-minus grade. Weir High School hosts a yearly Food Truck Fest at the Weirton Event Center each summer, bringing together live music, local vendors and student-run activities to raise money for the school. The school also earns a B-minus grade on Niche.
Private schools in the area include the unranked St. Joseph the Worker Grade School, a Catholic school serving kids from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Weirton Madonna High School, its sister school, earns a B grade from Niche.
Weir High School is home to the Red Riders sporting teams.
Weir Middle School serves about 602 students and has a B- rating from Niche.
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Fast workout sessions at Quick Fit 30 Minute Fitness
Quick Fit 30 Minute Fitness is a local gym with varied programming to keep visitors in shape. Visitors can stop by for kickboxing, Zumba sessions and other classes to get moving. Less than 1 mile from the eastern end of Pennsylvania Avenue, Starvaggi Memorial Pool & Park is one of Weirton’s primary recreational areas. From early June to the last few days before Labor Day, locals can visit the pool and enjoy waterslides and a volleyball field on the water. The park area stays open throughout the year and has courts for tennis, pickleball and baseball. Guests can also play roller hockey or practice their bocce skills.
For a workout residents of Pennsylvania Avenue head to Quick Fit to work up a sweat.
Pennsylvania Avenue neighborhood fathers take their children for a walk on a fall day.
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8 miles out from Steubenville
To the east, Pennsylvania Avenue connects to Steubenville Pike as traffic crosses the state line into Pennsylvania. The heart of downtown Weirton is about 4 miles west of Pennsylvania Avenue’s center. Across the Ohio state line, Steubenville is about 8 miles southwest. Commuters headed east to Pittsburgh can expect a 33-mile trip to and from the city.
Weirton Medical Center is about 3 miles southeast of the neighborhood for medical emergencies. Residents traveling beyond the north Ohio Valley can catch flights from Pittsburgh International Airport, about 20 miles northwest of the neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Starvaggi Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
Pittsburgh International
44 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Pennsylvania Avenue
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pennsylvania Avenue, Weirton sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Pennsylvania Avenue, Weirton over the last 12 months is $115,357, down 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
JUST FEET FROM THE WV/PA STATE LINE!! Experience the best of mid-century charm and modern updates in this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom brick home that could allow a 35 min. commute to Downtown Pgh. Conveniently located near a major highway leading you to Pennsylvania or Ohio, this home is situated on over 2 acres of land offering a perfect blend of privacy and convenience. As you
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Sheena Sellitti Dunham,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
750
Median Age
49
Population under 18
18.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,417
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,962
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
22.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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