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$42,538$29 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $35,000 on Dec 6, 2024

287 S BUFFALO ST

ROWLESBURG, WV 26425
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,484 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.
0.24 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.
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

$43K
$39K low$46K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Dec 6, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$278 (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.$27,240 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,940
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$45,400

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.51
57
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.20 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyPreston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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(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
Rowlesburg School
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Preston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.1 mi

District: Preston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26425These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.1,135
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,283
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

287 S Buffalo 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.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Preston County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Preston County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Preston County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Preston County

What homes are worth in Rowlesburg 26425

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

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$27K$282K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Rowlesburg 26425.

How it measures up in Rowlesburg 26425

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rowlesburg 26425.

Estimated value$42,538
CheaperTypical $92,634Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$29
CheaperTypical $73Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,386 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.85 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 287 S Buffalo St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRowlesburg 26425Preston County
Estimated valuepricier than$42,53813% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$298% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,484 ft²60% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac28% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than190024% of homes9% of homes

About 287 S Buffalo St

How much is 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV is $42,538 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $39,441 to $45,635. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV last sell?

287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV last sold on Dec 6, 2024 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV?

287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,484 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV built?

287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV?

287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV is assigned to Rowlesburg School (elementary); Preston High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Preston County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV compare to other homes in Rowlesburg 26425?

Among the 587 homes in Rowlesburg 26425, it is worth more than 13% of them ($42,538 against a typical $92,634), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($29 against a typical $73), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,484 ft² against a typical 1,386 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.85 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1900 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Preston 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 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 287 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV was $278. The county assessed it at $27,240.

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