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$51,855$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 55How 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 $1,000 on Feb 27, 2015

242 SPRING ST

FAIRMONT, WV 26554
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,165 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.
4,269 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$52K
$29K low$75K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,000 · Feb 27, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$765 (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.$25,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$42,700

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.40
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.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMarion
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.

H
Fairmont Senior High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
West Fairmont Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Jayenne Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.1 mi

District: Marion County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26554These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.45,172
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.290 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,919
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,892
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

242 Spring St 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Fairmont 26554
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Fairmont 26554
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Fairmont 26554
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Marion County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Fairmont 26554

What homes are worth in Fairmont 26554

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

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$60K$587K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Fairmont 26554.

How it measures up in Fairmont 26554

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairmont 26554.

Estimated value$51,855
CheaperTypical $205,932Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$45
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,165 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,525 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size4,269 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 242 Spring St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairmont 26554Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$51,855almost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$452% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,165 ft²25% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,269 ft²11% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than191518% of homes22% of homes

About 242 Spring St

How much is 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV is $51,855 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $28,542 to $75,168. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV last sell?

242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV last sold on Feb 27, 2015 for $1,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV?

242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,165 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV built?

242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV?

242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV is assigned to Fairmont Senior High School (high), rated B-; West Fairmont Middle School (middle), rated A-; Jayenne Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Marion County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV compare to other homes in Fairmont 26554?

Among the 17,086 homes in Fairmont 26554, it is worth more than almost none of them ($51,855 against a typical $205,932), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($45 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,165 ft² against a typical 1,525 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (4,269 ft² against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1915 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 2% 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 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Spring St, Fairmont, WV was $765. The county assessed it at $25,620.

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