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$78,633$55 / 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 77How 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

4043 STEMPLE RIDGE RD

AURORA, WV 26705
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,428 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.
3.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$79K
$60K low$97K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$601 (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.$38,950 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,530
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,770
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$64,800

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural 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.3.22
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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
Aurora SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Preston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.1 mi

District: Preston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26705These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.947
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,232
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,347
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

4043 Stemple Ridge 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 89% of homes in Preston County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Preston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Preston County

What homes are worth in Aurora 26705

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

This home
$40K$423K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Aurora 26705.

How it measures up in Aurora 26705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Aurora 26705.

Estimated value$78,633
CheaperTypical $134,402Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size3.22 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAurora 26705Preston County
Estimated valuepricier than$78,63315% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5514% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,428 ft²43% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.22 ac67% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than197558% of homes45% of homes

About 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd

How much is 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV is $78,633 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $60,355 to $96,911. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV?

4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,428 square feet of living space and a 3.22-acre lot.

When was 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV built?

4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV?

4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV is assigned to Aurora School (elementary), rated B; 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 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV compare to other homes in Aurora 26705?

Among the 509 homes in Aurora 26705, it is worth more than 15% of them ($78,633 against a typical $134,402), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($55 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,428 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (3.22 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1975 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Preston County, it is worth more than 11% 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 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4043 Stemple Ridge Rd, Aurora, WV was $601. The county assessed it at $38,950.

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