Hazelton, Bruceton Mills, WV
Hazelton — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Hazelton, Bruceton Mills, West Virginia. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the West Virginia Real Estate Commission (WVREC) licensing database.
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Hazelton Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Hazelton is a small, unincorporated community within the town of Bruceton Mills in Preston County, West Virginia. It offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with easy access to the natural beauty of the Appalachian region and major transportation routes like I-68.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing market in the Hazelton/Bruceton Mills area features a mix of single-family homes, land, and rustic properties. With a median home value of approximately $186,400, it represents an affordable and attractive option for those seeking space and value in a country setting.
Schools & Education
Students in Hazelton are served by Preston County Schools. The community is zoned for Bruceton Schools, which includes Bruceton School (PreK-8) and is within the catchment area for Preston High School for grades 9-12.
Parks & Recreation
Outdoor recreation is a major draw, with the nearby Cheat Lake and the Cheat River offering boating and fishing. The area is also a gateway to Coopers Rock State Forest, renowned for its hiking trails, rock climbing, and stunning overlooks of the Cheat River Gorge.
Local Dining & Shopping
Residents enjoy local favorites like the home-style cooking at Bruceton Farms Restaurant. For broader shopping and dining options, many travel a short distance to Morgantown, which provides a wide variety of retail stores, supermarkets, and restaurants.
Who Lives Here
The community is characterized by a mix of multi-generational families, professionals, and remote workers. With a median household income around $90,394, the area enjoys a relatively comfortable standard of living compared to broader regional averages.
Hazelton Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $186K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $779/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $90K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 88.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 11.6% | 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 | 26525 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Hazelton, Bruceton Mills
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Hazelton
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: West Virginia Real Estate Commission (WVREC) — 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 2026-04-17