St. Clairsville Economic Development Opportunities Report April 2025

Available Properties in St. Clairsville, OH

St. Clairsville, Ohio, is a thriving economic hub where tradition meets opportunity. Perched along the scenic ridges of Belmont County, this community is shaping the future with its blend of rich heritage and a forward-focused approach to growth. With a strong business foundation, strategic location and a commitment to innovation, St. Clairsville continues to attract entrepreneurs, industries and investors looking to build success.

Location, Location, Location

Located adjacent to Interstate 70 in eastern Ohio, St. Clairsville is the county seat of Belmont County. Situated among rolling hills, St. Clairsville is sometimes referred to as a “Paradise on the Hilltop” and has even enjoyed a reign as the America in Bloom National Champion.

St. Clairsville provides easy access to larger metropolitan areas, increasing potential opportunities. Interstates 77 and 79 can both be reached within 45 minutes. Because of the convenient access to interstate highways, Washington, D.C.; Detroit, Mich.; Indianapolis, Ind.; and Louisville, Ky., are all accessible in 4 ½ to 5 ½ hours. The Pittsburgh International Airport can be reached in just over one hour.

The heart of the community beats in St. Clairsville’s historic downtown district, which in 1994 was listed on the U.S. Department of Interior’s National Register of Historic Places. The Belmont County Courthouse and the Belmont County Heritage Museum anchor this vibrant downtown area. Specialized retail and a few dining options accentuate this quaint and walkable district. A stroll along Main Street is well worth the trip for history and architecture buffs since many of the structures in the district date back to the 1820s.

The historic Clarendon Hotel, built in 1890, is one of the largest and most significant buildings in the downtown district, partly because of its association with the Historic National Road. This recently restored structure offers first-floor retail or office space. The second and third floors have been renovated, and furnished apartments are available for lease.

The National Road Bikeway in St. Clairsville is Ohio’s only rail trail with a tunnel. The tunnel itself is 532 feet long and 40 feet high. The interior was designed to maintain a cave-like atmosphere during the bikeway’s restoration. At the tunnel’s northern end, a two-plaza overlook offers an impressive view of the bike trail from 80 feet above at the top level. This tunnel is definitely a sight worth experiencing.

Why St. Clairsville?

St. Clairsville’s legacy is built on hard work, resilience and a deep sense of community. From its agricultural roots to expanding industries, the city has long been where dedication and craftsmanship drive success. Generations of families have built their livelihoods here, with many local businesses proudly passing down skills, knowledge and opportunity from one generation to the next, strengthening both the economy and the bonds that make St. Clairsville thrive.

Many professional offices, banks, small businesses, county offices and the public library represent the service industry within St. Clairsville, and many businesses call St. Clairsville home, including:

• Lamar Advertising
• The McKeen Group
• Legacy Financial
• RECO Equipment, Inc.
• TMK Construction, LLC
• Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal
• Tex Miller Excavating, Inc.
• Flogistix

As St. Clairsville continues to evolve, its business landscape remains strong, offering a foundation for success today and for generations to come.

St. Clair Commons is the city’s most recent mixed-use development area, established in the southeast corner of the community, with 68 acres of commercial/office space still available for development. The site features a private, 100-unit senior living facility and the city’s new 500,000-gallon water tank. Community-related enhancements have been discussed, including the addition of walking paths, a park and activity stations, with the goal of connecting these amenities to the existing National Road Bikeway. A connector road (Commons Mall Crossing) has been constructed under the auspices of the Ohio Department of Transportation. This road passes through St. Clair Commons, opening up additional opportunities while making a new connection between U.S. 40 and the Ohio Valley Mall in Richland Township.

Developed in the early 1990s, Plaza West is St. Clairsville’s more modern business district. This shopping area contains a major, locally owned supermarket as its anchor. This busy shopping district comprises restaurants, doctors’ offices, banks and a medical complex.

On the west end of St. Clairsville, approximately 19 acres are available for development. Zoned as Office and Institution, the site is contiguous to U.S. 40 and Interstate 70. If utilities were extended to the area, the property would be ripe for development.

Education in St. Clairsville is rooted in a commitment to excellence, preparing students for success in an ever-evolving world. St. Clairsville-Richland City Schools provide a strong academic foundation with innovative programs, dedicated educators, and a supportive community that values learning. Beyond K-12 education, the region offers access to higher education and workforce training opportunities through nearby colleges and technical schools, ensuring that students and professionals have the skills to thrive. St. Clairsville is shaping the next generation of leaders, innovators and skilled professionals with a focus on academic achievement, career readiness and lifelong learning.

The City of St. Clairsville owns and operates its own electric distribution, water and wastewater services. These municipal systems, with local control, allow residents to be involved in their operations. Citizens of the community elect representatives to the Board and/or Council and may attend their open meetings to voice opinions, meaning the municipal electric utility is directly accountable to the people it serves. Municipal utility employees, who live in and near the community, are also committed to providing reliable, responsive service.

Why not explore the many opportunities in St. Clairsville? Visit 100 N Market Street downtown to see all this city has to offer.

Site opportunities include:

Former Hotel-Restaurant Clarendon

• 2,491 sq. ft. of retail space

Vacant Warehouse

• 12,800 sq. ft. of industrial space

Warehouse – St. Clairsville

• 2,048 sq. ft. of warehouse space

Public Power and AMP

Public power utilities are not-for-profit, community-owned electric systems that work to provide the highest-quality, most reliable power to residents and businesses. They are part of the communities and focus on what is best for the people and businesses they serve.

American Municipal Power, Inc. (AMP) is the nonprofit wholesale power supplier and services provider for more than 130 Members in the states of Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia, as well as the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation, a joint action agency with eight Delaware municipal members. Combined, these Member municipal electric utilities serve approximately 650,000 customers. AMP Members receive their power supply from a diversified resource mix that includes wholesale power purchases through AMP and the open market and energy produced at AMP and Member-owned generating facilities utilizing fossil fuel, hydroelectric, solar, wind, and other renewable resources.

For more information about our Member communities and programs, visit searchampsites.com.