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BUILD WV was meant to help West Virginia’s housing shortage, but has spurred pricey apartment developments

Summary by Mountain State Spotlight
HURRICANE — A four-story apartment building tucked behind a bustling coffee shop and Wendy’s restaurant in Hurricane offers flashy modern amenities and views of the valley.  But these units aren’t cheap. A one-bedroom apartment costs $1,650 a month, nearly double the market rate of other apartments in Putnam County.  This building is part of a $90 million investment in the county, which is one of West Virginia’s fastest-growing areas, through a …

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BUILD WV was meant to help West Virginia’s housing shortage, but has spurred pricey apartment developments

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Mountain State Spotlight broke the news in on Friday, October 3, 2025.
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