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$504,212$136 / 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 93How 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 $490,000 on Aug 11, 2023

198 SHORT BRANCH DR

RANSON, WV 25438
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,702 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$504K
$470K low$539K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$490,000 · Aug 11, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,230 (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.$302,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$251,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$503,700

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Conventional
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
Ranson Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Jefferson High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi
M
Wildwood Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 25438These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.6,863
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.675 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,875
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,646
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

198 Short Branch Dr 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 95% of homes in Ranson 25438
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Ranson 25438
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Ranson 25438
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Ranson 25438

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

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$152K$571K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Ranson 25438.

How it measures up in Ranson 25438

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ranson 25438.

Estimated value$504,212
CheaperTypical $305,427Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$136
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area3,702 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,692 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 198 Short Branch Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRanson 25438Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$504,21295% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13612% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than3,702 ft²97% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac76% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than202392% of homes97% of homes

About 198 Short Branch Dr

How much is 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV is $504,212 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $469,512 to $538,912. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV last sell?

198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV last sold on Aug 11, 2023 for $490,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV?

198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,702 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV built?

198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV?

198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV is assigned to Ranson Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Jefferson High School (high), rated B+; Wildwood Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV compare to other homes in Ranson 25438?

Among the 2,970 homes in Ranson 25438, it is worth more than 95% of them ($504,212 against a typical $305,427), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($136 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,702 ft² against a typical 1,692 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2023 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 70% 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 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 198 Short Branch Dr, Ranson, WV was $4,230. The county assessed it at $302,200.

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