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$302,878$163 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $500 on Dec 8, 2006

1281 ELLIS RIDGE RD

ELKINS, WV 26241
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,862 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$303K
$280K low$326K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500 · Dec 8, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$777 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$114,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$96,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$110,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyRandolph
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.64
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Elkins High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
E
Midland Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
M
Elkins Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi

District: Randolph County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26241These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,835
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,441
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,725
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.40%

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How this home compares

1281 Ellis Ridge Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Randolph County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Randolph County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Randolph County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Elkins 26241
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Elkins 26241

What homes are worth in Elkins 26241

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$40K$551K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Elkins 26241.

How it measures up in Elkins 26241

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkins 26241.

Estimated value$302,878
CheaperTypical $182,016Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$163
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,862 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,530 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size4.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkins 26241Randolph County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,87884% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16379% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,862 ft²68% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.64 ac92% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than200894% of homes92% of homes

About 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd

How much is 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV is $302,878 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $279,997 to $325,759. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV last sell?

1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV last sold on Dec 8, 2006 for $500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV?

1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,862 square feet of living space and a 4.64-acre lot.

When was 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV built?

1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV?

1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV is assigned to Elkins High School (high), rated B+; Midland Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Elkins Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Randolph County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV compare to other homes in Elkins 26241?

Among the 5,601 homes in Elkins 26241, it is worth more than 84% of them ($302,878 against a typical $182,016), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($163 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,862 ft² against a typical 1,530 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (4.64 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2008 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Randolph County, it is worth more than 85% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1281 Ellis Ridge Rd, Elkins, WV was $777. The county assessed it at $114,360.

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