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$282,395$138 / 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 86How 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 $235,000 on Nov 19, 2018

309 3 FORK RD

INDEPENDENCE, WV 26374
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,042 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.
2.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$282K
$243K low$321K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · Nov 19, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$762 (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.$98,820 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$95,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$164,700

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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
CountyPreston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.54
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
West Preston SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Preston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.0 mi

District: Preston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26374These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.91%
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.11%
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.1,920
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.57 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,322
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,622
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

309 3 Fork 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 more than 75% of homes in Preston County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Preston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Preston County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Independence 26374

What homes are worth in Independence 26374

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

This home
$56K$611K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Independence 26374.

How it measures up in Independence 26374

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 26374.

Estimated value$282,395
CheaperTypical $236,629Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area2,042 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size2.54 ac
SmallerTypical 2.59 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 309 3 Fork Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 26374Preston County
Estimated valuepricier than$282,39565% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13843% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,042 ft²76% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.54 ac49% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than199873% of homes72% of homes

About 309 3 Fork Rd

How much is 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV is $282,395 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $243,357 to $321,433. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV last sell?

309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV last sold on Nov 19, 2018 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV?

309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,042 square feet of living space and a 2.54-acre lot.

When was 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV built?

309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV?

309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV is assigned to West Preston School (elementary), rated C+; 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 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV compare to other homes in Independence 26374?

Among the 758 homes in Independence 26374, it is worth more than 65% of them ($282,395 against a typical $236,629), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($138 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,042 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (2.54 ac against a typical 2.59 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1998 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Preston County, it is worth more than 75% 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 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 309 3 Fork Rd, Independence, WV was $762. The county assessed it at $98,820.

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