Welcome to this charming and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home located in the highly desirable First Ward community! This cute and inviting property offers a perfect blend of comfort, updates, and functionality. Recent improvements provide peace of mind, including a new central air system and furnace installed in 2025, along with updated GFCI outlets throughout the home. The living room features brand new carpet, creating a cozy space to relax and unwind. The finished basement adds incredible versatility, offering a laundry area, an additional bedroom, and a bonus room that can serve as a third bedroom, home office, or second living space. Washer and dryer convey with the home for added convenience. From the basement, step directly out to the fenced-in backyard—ideal for entertaining, pets, or outdoor enjoyment. With its layout and exterior access, the basement also presents an excellent opportunity to be converted into a private studio apartment or Airbnb-style space with its own entrance. An unfinished section of the basement, accessible from an exterior entrance, provides excellent storage space for lawn equipment, tools, or seasonal items. Conveniently located near the ballpark, ice skating rink, trails, and local shops, this home offers both lifestyle and location. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this property is full of potential!
Contingent
Price cut: $10.1K (6/7)
$199,900
528 Hess St, Morgantown, WV 26501
2beds
1,220sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$194,800 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 47 days |
- 1,565 |
- 51 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
BRENDA PAGE 304-685-8139,
THE AGENCY - MORGANTOWN,
CARA COLLETTI 856-906-6859,
THE AGENCY - MORGANTOWN
Source: NCWV REIN,MLS#: 10165012
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Lower
- Area: 156.25
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 12.5
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vinyl Flooring, Dining Area
- Level: First
- Area: 165.63
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 13.25
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 129
- Dimensions: 10.75 x 12
Basement
- Level: Basement
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Heating
- Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Parquet, Vinyl, Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Exterior Entry
- Attic: Finished,Permanent Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,444
- Total interior livable area: 1,220 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 814
- Finished area below ground: 406
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Cars, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Wood,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 85
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3109004003640000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle,Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Health Club, Medical Facility
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: First Ward
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Morgantown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $164/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $90,600
- Annual tax amount: $699
- Date on market: 5/23/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$194,800
$185,000 - $205,000
$1,426/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Contingent | $199,900$164/sqft |
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| 6/7/2026 | Price change | $199,900-4.8%$164/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $210,000+33.8%$172/sqft |
Source: NCWV REIN #10165012 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2025 | Sold | $157,000-1.9%$129/sqft |
Source: NCWV REIN #10157712 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2025 | Contingent | $160,000$131/sqft |
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| 1/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $160,000+28%$131/sqft |
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| 8/22/2022 | Sold | $125,000$102/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $125,000+60.3%$102/sqft |
Source: NCWV REIN #10144817 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2014 | Sold | $78,000$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $717 +0.2% | $54,360 |
| 2024 | $715 -0.3% | $54,360 |
| 2023 | $717 -47.7% | $54,360 +1% |
| 2022 | $1,372 | $53,820 |
| 2021 | -- | $53,820 -0.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $54,180 |
| 2019 | $700 -0.3% | $54,180 |
| 2018 | $702 +2.1% | $54,180 +2.5% |
| 2017 | $688 +3% | $52,860 +3.5% |
| 2016 | $667 | $51,060 +3.3% |
| 2015 | $667 -46.5% | $49,440 +2.5% |
| 2014 | $1,247 +20.1% | $48,240 +7.6% |
| 2013 | $1,038 | $44,820 +5.8% |
| 2012 | $1,038 +48.9% | $42,360 +56.2% |
| 2011 | $697 +2.8% | $27,120 +3.9% |
| 2010 | $678 -0.4% | $26,100 -0.9% |
| 2009 | $681 +1.4% | $26,340 +0.9% |
| 2008 | $671 +0.6% | $26,100 +1.4% |
| 2007 | $667 +1.6% | $25,740 +2.6% |
| 2006 | $657 +1.9% | $25,080 +2.7% |
| 2005 | $644 | $24,420 +2.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $23,820 +14.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $20,820 -7.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $22,560 +3% |
| 2001 | -- | $21,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: First Ward
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mountainview Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10South Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Morgantown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mountainview Elementary
- Middle: South Middle
- High: Morgantown High
- District: Monongalia
Source: NCWV REIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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