Arthurdale blends pioneering history with easy country living. Founded as the nation’s first New Deal homestead community, it still revolves around Arthurdale Heritage, where museum exhibits, homestead tours, and artisan workshops bring the Roosevelt-era experiment to life. Eleanor Roosevelt’s frequent visits are remembered during annual gatherings that spotlight local makers, music, and the homestead spirit.
Commuters enjoy a quick drive to Morgantown for major employers, cultural events, and West Virginia University. Outdoor time is equally close: the rimrock overlooks and trails of Coopers Rock State Forest await weekend hikers, while the Deckers Creek Rail-Trail meets its eastern terminus in nearby Reedsville. Small-town conveniences are minutes away in Kingwood, the county seat of Preston County.
Families appreciate access to Preston County Schools, offering robust academics, career-tech options, and wide-ranging extracurriculars. Community life hums with seasonal festivals, farmers markets, and craft fairs, plus volunteer opportunities that make it easy to plug in. Housing options span restored homesteads with broad porches, tidy cottages on leafy lots, and newer builds with modern efficiencies—often with room to garden, keep a workshop, or simply enjoy night skies full of stars.
Whether you’re buying your first place or preparing to sell, Agent Pronto can quickly match you with a top local agent who knows Arthurdale’s market and its story.