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$49,905$45 / 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 52How 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

178 LOW GAP RD

SAND FORK, WV 26430
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.
17.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$50K
$26K low$74K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$413 (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.$64,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$37,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$50,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$107,400

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.61
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
18
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyGilmer
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.17.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.

E
Gilmer County Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.8 mi
M
Gilmer County High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Gilmer County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26430These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.200
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,414
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,623
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

178 Low Gap 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 less than 83% of homes in Gilmer County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Gilmer County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Sand Fork 26430
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Sand Fork 26430
  • Older than 72% of homes in Gilmer County

What homes are worth in Sand Fork 26430

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

This home
$24K$236K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Sand Fork 26430.

How it measures up in Sand Fork 26430

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sand Fork 26430.

Estimated value$49,905
CheaperTypical $70,922Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$45
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size17.22 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 178 Low Gap Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSand Fork 26430Gilmer County
Estimated valuepricier than$49,90530% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4525% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²35% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than17.22 ac81% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than190033% of homes28% of homes

About 178 Low Gap Rd

How much is 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV is $49,905 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $25,992 to $73,818. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV last sell?

178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV last sold on May 25, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV?

178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 17.22-acre lot.

When was 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV built?

178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV?

178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV is assigned to Gilmer County Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Gilmer County High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Gilmer County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV compare to other homes in Sand Fork 26430?

Among the 168 homes in Sand Fork 26430, it is worth more than 30% of them ($49,905 against a typical $70,922), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($45 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (17.22 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1900 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Gilmer County, it is worth more than 17% 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 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 Low Gap Rd, Sand Fork, WV was $413. The county assessed it at $64,440.

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