Last Modified: February 9, 2026

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Sunnyside Neighborhood Guide

Where Couches Live On Porches Year-Round

๐ŸงญGenerally defined as the area: University Avenue and Grant Avenue, north of WVU's downtown campus

๐Ÿ“ŒSunnyside is best known for: Being the epicenter of student housing and legendary pre-game parties

๐Ÿ‘•You can spot a Sunnyside local by: The blue-and-gold decor, porch furniture, and solo cups stacked up mid-afternoon

๐Ÿ‘Move here if you want: To walk to class in under five minutes

๐Ÿ‘ŽDon't say we didn't warn you about: Game day parking becoming a full contact sport, the continuous flow of freshmen coming in and out of the dorms on Grant Avenue

โœจTL;DR: Student central with a current of nonstop energy

Pros & Cons of Sunnyside

Sunnyside strengths (top 5)

NightlifeUrban EnergyWalkableBike FriendlyLocal Eateries

Sunnyside tradeoffs (top 3)

Peaceful & QuietFamily FriendlyPlaygrounds
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Sunnyside Neighborhood DNA

WVU students, porch hangouts, steep hills, and quick access to the stadium and Law School

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Some of the Sunnyside hotspots include: Gibbie's Pub and Bent Willey's.
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Moving to Sunnyside - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Morgantown or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Morgantown guide for the big-picture view โ€” or compare Sunnyside against other parts of the city in our Morgantown neighborhood guide.