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$22,344$24 / 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 88How 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 $2,000 on Sep 13, 2016

4 MCCARTHY AVE

RICHWOOD, WV 26261
2
Beds
1
Baths
950 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.
4,008 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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

$22K
$20K low$25K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,000 · Sep 13, 2016
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$22,344
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$17,875

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$128 (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.$9,420 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$15,700

Climate Risk

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.51%
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
CountyNicholas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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

Transaction History(2)

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
Cherry River Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Richwood Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Richwood High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.4 mi

District: Nicholas County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26261These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,621
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,932
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,831
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.44%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

4 Mccarthy Ave 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 Nicholas County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Nicholas County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Nicholas County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Nicholas County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Nicholas County

What homes are worth in Richwood 26261

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

This home
$15K$245K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Richwood 26261.

How it measures up in Richwood 26261

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richwood 26261.

Estimated value$22,344
CheaperTypical $47,797Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$24
CheaperTypical $41Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size4,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 4 Mccarthy Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichwood 26261Nicholas County
Estimated valuepricier than$22,34411% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2411% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than950 ft²24% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,008 ft²22% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than194060% of homes17% of homes

About 4 Mccarthy Ave

How much is 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV is $22,344 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $19,619 to $25,069. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV last sell?

4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV last sold on Sep 13, 2016 for $2,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV?

4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 950 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV built?

4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV?

4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV is assigned to Cherry River Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Richwood Middle School (middle), rated C; Richwood High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Nicholas County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV compare to other homes in Richwood 26261?

Among the 1,346 homes in Richwood 26261, it is worth more than 11% of them ($22,344 against a typical $47,797), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($24 against a typical $41), it is bigger than 24% of them (950 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (4,008 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1940 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Nicholas County, it is worth more than almost no 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 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4 Mccarthy Ave, Richwood, WV was $128. The county assessed it at $9,420.

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