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$72,669$56 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $35,000 on Dec 23, 2014

12976 HWY 421

ESSIE, KY 40827
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,304 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.
1.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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

$73K
$66K low$79K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Dec 23, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$80 (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.$54,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$54,800

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.67
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
47
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLeslie
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.09
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Flood Plain/Flood Zone
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 80 ft²

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.

E
Stinnett Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Leslie County High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Leslie County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40827These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.133
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.3.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.273
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,116
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$46,617
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

12976 Hwy 421 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Leslie County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Leslie County

What homes are worth in Essie 40827

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

This home
$37K$188K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Essie 40827.

How it measures up in Essie 40827

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essie 40827.

Estimated value$72,669
CheaperTypical $75,211Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$56
CheaperTypical $61Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size1.09 ac
SmallerTypical 1.57 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 12976 Hwy 421 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssie 40827Leslie County
Estimated valuepricier than$72,66948% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5638% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,304 ft²65% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.09 ac39% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than198843% of homes50% of homes

About 12976 Hwy 421

How much is 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY is $72,669 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $66,004 to $79,334. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY last sell?

12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY last sold on Dec 23, 2014 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY?

12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,304 square feet of living space and a 1.09-acre lot.

When was 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY built?

12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY?

12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY is assigned to Stinnett Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Leslie County High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Leslie County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY compare to other homes in Essie 40827?

Among the 351 homes in Essie 40827, it is worth more than 48% of them ($72,669 against a typical $75,211), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($56 against a typical $61), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,304 ft² against a typical 1,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (1.09 ac against a typical 1.57 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1988 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Leslie County, it is worth more than 40% 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 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12976 Hwy 421, Essie, KY was $80. The county assessed it at $54,800.

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