Barking, Chester, CA
Barking — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Barking, Chester, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.
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Barking Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Barking is a residential neighborhood located in the city of Chester, West Virginia. It offers a quiet, community-focused atmosphere with convenient access to the amenities of the broader Tri-State Area.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood features primarily single-family homes, often with spacious yards. With a median home value of approximately $137,200, it represents an affordable and stable market within the region.
Schools & Education
Families in Barking are served by the Chester/Newell area schools, part of the Hancock County School District. The neighborhood is close to Oak Glen Middle School and Oak Glen High School.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy nearby outdoor spaces like Tomlinson Run State Park, which offers hiking, camping, and a lake. The neighborhood's proximity to the Ohio River also provides opportunities for boating and fishing.
Local Dining & Shopping
Chester's main commercial strip along Carolina Avenue features local diners, shops, and essential services. For more variety, residents often take a short drive to East Liverpool, Ohio, or the retail hubs around Weirton.
Who Lives Here
Barking is a family-oriented neighborhood with a median household income around $67,540. The community consists largely of long-term residents and working professionals, many employed in nearby industrial, healthcare, and service sectors.
Barking Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $137K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $843/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $68K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 67.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 15144 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Barking, Chester
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: California Department of Real Estate (DRE) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-16