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About Bolivar
Bolivar ( BO-liv-er) is a town in Jefferson County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 1,072 at the 2020 census.

Home prices in Bolivar
Home prices in Bolivar vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Bolivar
- Bolivar Heights — Civil War battlefield with panoramic valley views, adjacent to Harpers Ferry NHP.
- Harpers Ferry National Historical Park — minutes away in neighboring Harpers Ferry.
- Appalachian Trail — the AT passes through the Harpers Ferry/Bolivar area.
Commuting from Bolivar
- MARC Brunswick Line at nearby Harpers Ferry (~10 minutes) — weekday service to Union Station (~80–90 minutes); Amtrak Capitol Limited also stops at Harpers Ferry.
- US 340 serves the town.
- Approximate drive to downtown DC: 70–90 minutes (approximate).
Schools in Bolivar
Public schools: Jefferson County Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Bolivar FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Bolivar, WV?
Home prices in Bolivar vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Bolivar, WV?
MARC Brunswick Line at nearby Harpers Ferry (~10 minutes) — weekday service to Union Station (~80–90 minutes); Amtrak Capitol Limited also stops at Harpers Ferry. - Which school district serves Bolivar, WV?
Bolivar is served by Jefferson County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.