Apartments for rent in Huntington, WV

Overview of Huntington

Located just east of the Ohio state line, Huntington is a beautiful city brimming with historic attractions and modern-day fun. Home to more than 49,200 people, Huntington offers all of the amenities that any resident is looking for yet is close to a range of outdoor areas that provide perfect access to get away from it all.

Huntington apartments for rent are perfect for young families and individuals, as well as retirees. Approximately 18 percent of the city's population is under the age of 18, while 15 percent is older than 65, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Known as "The Jewel City," Huntington's location along the Ohio River and Interstate 64 makes it a convenient city and community to live in.

Living in Huntington, WV

Huntington's home county of Cabell was created back in 1809, but the city that would become Huntington, originally called Guyandotte, was first officially settled in 1806. Due to the city's location on the Ohio River, steamboats were used for travel and resource transportation, and it allowed the city to grow.

Today, Huntington is a bustling city that is home to one of the state's largest colleges, Marshall University. Approximately 14,000 students flock to campus every year to take on academic pursuits and enjoy a range of activities, including Division I athletics. The college also provides a range of work opportunities.

Top employers in the area include a number of steel and glass manufacturers, as well as positions in the field of healthcare.

Huntington Attractions and Special Events

Family-friendly fun is always ripe at Camden Park, an amusement park that has been a Huntington mainstay for more than 100 years. Packed with traditional food stands, rides and games, Camden Park has grown with the times but remains a classic place for fun.

Residents of Huntington rentals also enjoy the camaraderie that is found at Marshall sporting events, with football always being a top watch.

Locals also enjoy a day at the Huntington Museum of Art or the Museum of Radio and Technology.

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