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$70,370$82 / 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 54How 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 $6,500 on Jun 16, 2023

281 SLATE RD

SPENCER, WV 25276
3
Beds
1
Baths
856 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.
0.22 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.

Valuation

$70K
$38K low$103K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$6,500 · Jun 16, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$315 (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.$17,940 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,120
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,820
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$29,900

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.45
20
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
92
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.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyRoane
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 182 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Spencer Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.6 mi
M
Spencer Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.1 mi
H
Roane County High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Roane County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 25276These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,224
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,148
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,446
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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.45%

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How this home compares

281 Slate 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 76% of homes in Roane County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Spencer 25276
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Roane County

What homes are worth in Spencer 25276

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

This home
$22K$436K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Spencer 25276.

How it measures up in Spencer 25276

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spencer 25276.

Estimated value$70,370
CheaperTypical $115,036Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$82
CheaperTypical $84Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area856 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,480 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 281 Slate Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpencer 25276Roane County
Estimated valuepricier than$70,37027% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8248% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than856 ft²8% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac19% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than195840% of homes37% of homes

About 281 Slate Rd

How much is 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV is $70,370 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $38,100 to $102,640. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV last sell?

281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV last sold on Jun 16, 2023 for $6,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV?

281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 856 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV built?

281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV?

281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV is assigned to Spencer Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Spencer Middle School (middle), rated B-; Roane County High School (high), rated F. All sit in Roane County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV compare to other homes in Spencer 25276?

Among the 3,432 homes in Spencer 25276, it is worth more than 27% of them ($70,370 against a typical $115,036), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($82 against a typical $84), it is bigger than 8% of them (856 ft² against a typical 1,480 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1958 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Roane County, it is worth more than 24% 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 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Slate Rd, Spencer, WV was $315. The county assessed it at $17,940.

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