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$257,391$153 / 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 90How 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 $75,768 on Jul 13, 2007

265 EMERALD DR

PALESTINE, WV 26160
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,680 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.
27.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
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

$257K
$233K low$282K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,768 · Jul 13, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,190 (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.$117,890 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,190
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$74,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$109,430
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,500

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.60
99
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.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
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.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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWIRT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.27.06
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(4)

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
Wirt County Primary CenterD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.9 mi
M
Wirt County Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Wirt County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Wirt County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26160These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.123
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.1,211
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,411
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,067
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

265 Emerald 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 91% of homes in Wirt County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Wirt County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Palestine 26160
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Wirt County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Palestine 26160

What homes are worth in Palestine 26160

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

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$30K$403K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Palestine 26160.

How it measures up in Palestine 26160

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palestine 26160.

Estimated value$257,391
CheaperTypical $122,125Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,303 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size27.06 ac
SmallerTypical 7.13 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 265 Emerald Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalestine 26160Wirt County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,39190% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15388% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²72% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than27.06 ac71% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than201194% of homes93% of homes

About 265 Emerald Dr

How much is 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV is $257,391 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $232,898 to $281,884. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV last sell?

265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV last sold on Jul 13, 2007 for $75,768, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV?

265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 27.06-acre lot.

When was 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV built?

265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV?

265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV is assigned to Wirt County Primary Center (elementary), rated D+; Wirt County Middle School (middle), rated C+; Wirt County High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Wirt County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV compare to other homes in Palestine 26160?

Among the 438 homes in Palestine 26160, it is worth more than 90% of them ($257,391 against a typical $122,125), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($153 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,303 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (27.06 ac against a typical 7.13 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2011 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Wirt County, it is worth more than 91% 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 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 265 Emerald Dr, Palestine, WV was $1,190. The county assessed it at $117,890.

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