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$112,188$100 / 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 85How 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 $82,000 on Sep 20, 2023

161 FOREST HLS

WELLSBURG, WV 26070
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,120 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$112K
$95K low$129K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$82,000 · Sep 20, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$709 (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.$45,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$75,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.94 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBrooke
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Brooke High SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Brooke County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26070These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,028
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.207 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

161 Forest Hls 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.

  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Wellsburg 26070
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Wellsburg 26070

What homes are worth in Wellsburg 26070

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

This home
$40K$360K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Wellsburg 26070.

How it measures up in Wellsburg 26070

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wellsburg 26070.

Estimated value$112,188
CheaperTypical $125,666Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$100
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,421 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 161 Forest Hls ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWellsburg 26070Brooke County
Estimated valuepricier than$112,18841% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10063% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²25% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac32% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than195861% of homes58% of homes

About 161 Forest Hls

How much is 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV is $112,188 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $95,499 to $128,877. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV last sell?

161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV last sold on Sep 20, 2023 for $82,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV?

161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV built?

161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV?

161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV is assigned to Brooke High School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Brooke County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV compare to other homes in Wellsburg 26070?

Among the 3,706 homes in Wellsburg 26070, it is worth more than 41% of them ($112,188 against a typical $125,666), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($100 against a typical $89), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,421 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1958 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Brooke County, it is worth more than 38% 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 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Forest Hls, Wellsburg, WV was $709. The county assessed it at $45,300.

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