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For sale by owner
  • $158,000

    72 Boston St, Morgantown, WV 26508

    2beds
    800sqft
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 1922
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $88,600 Zestimate®
    $198/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Expansive yardOversized propertyExceptional outdoor space
    Small and old Morgantown Home on 5 Lots – Next to the Rail Trail – Additional 2 Lots Available Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a small home on an oversized property in Morgantown. 72 Boston Street features a 2-bedroom, 1-bath home situated on five adjoining lots, offering exceptional outdoor space, privacy, and flexibility. One of the property's standout features is its location next to the rail trail, providing easy access for walking, running, biking, and year-round outdoor recreation. Enjoy the convenience of stepping onto the trail while remaining just minutes from downtown Morgantown, West Virginia University, hospitals, shopping, and dining. The home offers approximately 800 square feet of living space and is well suited as a primary residence, rental property, or investment. The expansive yard provides plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, recreation, future expansion, or additional parking. Two additional adjoining lots (approximately 10,000 square feet total) are available for purchase separately or together with the home. These lots are located across a private access road used by only two neighboring properties, providing additional privacy while remaining closely connected to the main property. Properties with this combination of land, location, and direct access to the rail trail are rarely available in Morgantown. Purchase the home with five lots, or inquire about the optional two additional lots to own the complete seven-lot property. The property is being sold as-is. Buyer to independently verify all measurements, lot dimensions, acreage, zoning, permitted uses, and development potential.
    What the owner loves about this home
    Home situated on 5 adjoining lots Optional 2-lot parcel (approximately 10,000 sq ft) across a private access road serving only two homes Adjacent to the Mon River Rail-Trail for walking, running, and biking
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    Property Owner (304) 376-9287

    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Other, Gas
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Laminate
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 800 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Exterior features: Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 0.46 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3118012A00230000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1922

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Morgantown

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $198/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $54,720
      • Annual tax amount: $749
      • Date on market: 6/26/2026

        Estimated market value

        $88,600

        $63,000 - $120,000

        $1,182/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/26/2026Listed for sale$158,000+77.5%$198/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/27/2013Listing removed$89,000$111/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Morgantown #10094063 Report a problem
        9/15/2013Listed for sale$89,000$111/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Morgantown #10094063 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$749 +0.3%$54,720
        2024$747 -50.2%$54,720
        2023$1,499 +4.9%$54,720 +0.7%
        2022$1,429 $54,360
        2021-- $54,360
        2020-- $54,360
        2019$1,453 -0.3%$54,360
        2018$1,457 -7.3%$54,360 -9.9%
        2017$1,572 +4.8%$60,300 +4.5%
        2016$1,501 $57,720 -18.7%
        2015$1,501 +4.6%$70,980 +14%
        2014$1,435 +29.8%$62,280 +20.8%
        2013$1,106 $51,540 -9.1%
        2012$1,106 +148.7%$56,700 +164%
        2011$445 +1.5%$21,480 +33.6%
        2010$438 -0.4%$16,080 -23.9%
        2009$440 +1.2%$21,120 +31.3%
        2008$435 -0.1%$16,080 +1.1%
        2007$435 -0.2%$15,900 +2.3%
        2006$436 -0.4%$15,540 -22.9%
        2005$438 $20,160 +34.9%
        2004-- $14,940 +9.2%
        2003-- $13,680 -4.6%
        2002-- $14,340 +2.6%
        2001-- $13,980

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 26508

        Getting around

        3 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        41 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: Monongalia

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