Olivet, Buffalo, WV
Olivet — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Olivet, Buffalo, 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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Olivet Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Olivet is a quiet, residential neighborhood on Buffalo's East Side, known for its historic housing stock and strong community feel. It offers a convenient location with easy access to downtown and major highways.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood is characterized by affordable, early 20th-century single and two-family homes, many with classic Buffalo architecture. With a median home value of approximately $115,500, it represents one of the more accessible entry points into Buffalo's real estate market.
Schools & Education
Olivet is served by the Buffalo Public Schools district, including nearby elementary schools. Families also have access to various charter and private school options in the surrounding areas of the city.
Parks & Recreation
McCarthy Park is the neighborhood's central green space, featuring playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas. Residents also enjoy proximity to the expansive Delaware Park, just a short drive away.
Local Dining & Shopping
Commercial activity is centered along Bailey Avenue, offering a mix of no-frills diners, pizzerias, and small grocery stores. For more variety, residents often venture to nearby neighborhoods like University Heights or the Hertel Avenue corridor.
Who Lives Here
Olivet is a diverse, working and middle-class community with a median household income around $61,875. The neighborhood has a strong sense of local pride, with many multi-generational families and long-term homeowners.
Olivet Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $208K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $53K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 99.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.9% | 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 | 15686 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Olivet, Buffalo
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Olivet
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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 2026-04-16