Martins Ferry West Neighborhood
Is Martins Ferry West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Martins Ferry, Ohio - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe198
Medium198
Low362
Other1098
92 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape8
Child involved25
Assault15
Other49
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a cardiac emergency involving a female with chest pain was reported near Mound Street in Tiltonsville. | Mound St, Tiltonsville, OH 43963 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near Pleasant Grove Road at Terrace Ridge Lane and Major Road involving a male in his seventies with a head injury. | Pleasant Grove Rd, Dillonvale, OH 43917 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency occurred near the 7-Eleven on Market Street where a person fell and sustained an elbow injury. Fire and squad units were dispatched; one squad was later stood down after clearing the hospital. | Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a man reportedly tripped and fell on the sidewalk near the 7-Eleven at Market Street, sustaining cuts to his elbows. Fire and EMS personnel were dispatched to the scene. | Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance at a convenience store on 11th Street in Wheeling, where a man was reportedly refusing to leave and employees apparently locked him inside. Fire and EMS were requested after he said he tripped and fell on the sidewalk and had cuts on his elbows. | 11th St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported disturbance inside a Market Street convenience store, where a man was reportedly causing problems and had been locked inside by someone at the location. | Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency occurred near Baltimore Street involving an older man who crashed his bicycle on a nearby bike trail. Possible head injury and minor cuts were reported. | Baltimore St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy is dispatched to a possible neighbor dispute near Rock Point Road, where a caller reported a neighbor throwing trash over a fence onto their property. | Rock Point Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services were dispatched to near Clearview Avenue for an elderly woman who fell and may have a foot fracture. Units 129 and 118 arrived on scene. | Clearview Ave, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer is dispatched to address a report of a possible sick animal that has been on a porch near North Erie Street in Wheeling. | N Erie St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Other Non-Crime Event |
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Median Home Price
$126,124
Average Rent
$1,373
Vacancy Rate
16.3%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Martins Ferry West is a suburban neighborhood in Martins Ferry, Ohio, with many historic homes built before 1940.
The area has a high vacancy rate, with many vacant homes and apartments year-round.
SuburbanHistoric HomesHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Historic Homes | 55.4% built no later than 1939 |
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Housing market and real estate character
Martins Ferry West has a large share of historic homes and a notably high vacancy rate.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings |
| Housing Age | 55.4% built no later than 1939, some earlier |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood has a high concentration of historic homes.
High vacancy rate may indicate prolonged vacancies.
Families & Lifestyle
Martins Ferry West has a unique occupational mix dominated by sales and service workers.
Strong presence of sales and service workers
Diverse language and ancestry
High owner occupancy
Working-Class Community — The neighborhood's culture is shaped by a large sales and service workforce.
| Sales & Service Occupations | 41.8% |
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Demographics
| Sales & Service Occupations | 41.8% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 33.1% |
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 17.4% |
| Clerical & Tech Support Occupations | 7.7% |
| English Speakers | 99.3% |
| Greek Speakers | 1.8% |
| Romanian Ancestry | 0.9% |
| Lebanese Ancestry | 1.0% |
| Common Ancestries | Irish (17.6%), German (16.3%), Italian (11.0%), English (4.7%), Polish (3.3%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with moderate commute times.
Martins Ferry West residents mostly drive alone and have moderate commute times.
High Drive Alone Rate — Nearly 90% drive alone, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.
Moderate Commute Length — Most commutes last between 15 and 30 minutes.
| Commute Time 15-30 Minutes | 52.9% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 89.8% |
| Carpool Rate | 9.5% |
Homes for sale near 43935
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is notable about Martins Ferry West's housing?
It has a high concentration of historic homes and a high vacancy rate.
How do most residents commute?
Most drive alone, with commute times mostly between 15 and 30 minutes.