From Prices to Places: Unpacking the Martinsburg Experience

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Are you considering a move to Martinsburg,West Virginia? Or perhaps you are a new resident looking to get acquainted with your surroundings? Either way, this guide will help you navigate everything you need to know about living in Martinsburg - from the city's overview to popular neighborhoods and the cost of living.

Martinsburg City Overview

Martinsburg, WV, is well known for its geocaching scene, known as the best in the world. The city is home to around 17,500 people, so livin gin Martinsburg offers the benefit of small-city living with the perks of a larger city. The city celebrates everything quirky, especially through the its OddFest festival. Another fun fact about Martinsburg is that it has one of the few remaining puppet theatres in the country.

Popular Neighborhoods in and around Martinsburg

If you are looking to buy a house or rent a place, it's important to know the popular neighborhoods and their property values. Here are some popular neighborhoods in and around Martinsburg:

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• Prentiss Point
• The Gallery
• Downtown Martinsburg

Cost of Living in Martinsburg

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The cost of living in Martinsburg is 8% lower than the national average. Housing is typically the largest expense for most American households. In Martinsburg, the average monthly rent is $1,318, while the median home price is $255,250. Overall, housing in Martinsburg is 39% lower than the national average. Groceries, like produce, dry goods, and other essential household items, cost 6% lower in Martinsburg. Though healthcare costs 7% lower in Martinsburg compared to the national average, costs vary greatly by location, person, personal health, and health insurance. In Martinsburg, an optometry check-up costs around $66.39, while a dentist appointment is $100.02 on average.

Martinsburg Migration Trends

In Jun '23 - Aug '23, 19% of Martinsburg homebuyers searched to move out of Martinsburg, while 81% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.

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Where are people moving to Martinsburg from?

• Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Martinsburg from outside metros.
• New York homebuyers searched to move into Martinsburg more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Blacksburg.

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