Albany, Maidsville, WV
Albany — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Albany, Maidsville, 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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Albany Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Albany is a quiet, residential neighborhood within the broader community of Maidsville, West Virginia. It offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere with convenient access to the amenities of nearby Morgantown.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood features primarily single-family homes, often on spacious lots, providing a suburban feel. With a median home value around $96,500, it represents an affordable entry point into the Morgantown area housing market.
Schools & Education
Albany is served by the Monongalia County Schools district, which is generally well-regarded. Students typically attend schools in the broader Maidsville and Morgantown areas, benefiting from county-wide resources and programs.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy a rural setting with easy access to outdoor activities like hiking and fishing in the surrounding hills and streams. The proximity to Morgantown also provides options for community centers, sports complexes, and the extensive rail-trail system.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily conveniences are found in Maidsville, while a short drive to Morgantown unlocks a wide array of national retailers, local boutiques, and diverse restaurants. The neighborhood itself maintains a quiet, residential character with limited commercial development.
Who Lives Here
Albany tends to attract families, professionals, and individuals seeking an affordable, calm lifestyle near a university city. The reported median household income of approximately $58,890 suggests a stable, middle-class community.
Albany Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $97K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $737/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $59K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 68.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 15417 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Albany, Maidsville
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Albany
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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