Single Family ResidenceResidential
42 SOUTH ST
SALEM, WV 26426
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,970 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.
0.14 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.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$298 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$41,580 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,340
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,300
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.60
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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.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
CountyHARRISON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Salem Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
Liberty High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.4 mi
Mountaineer Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.4 mi
District: Harrison County School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 26426These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28
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.84%
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.10%
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.5,377
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.$59,273
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,726
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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
42 South 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.
- Bigger than 81% of homes in Salem 26426
- Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Salem 26426
- Older than 85% of homes in Harrison County
How it measures up in Salem 26426
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 26426.
Living area1,970 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,382 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 81% of homes nearby
Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.74 acBigger
Bigger than 11% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1960Newer
Newer than 18% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Salem 26426 | Harrison County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,970 ft² | 81% of homes | 76% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.14 ac | 11% of homes | 29% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 18% of homes | 15% of homes |
About 42 South St
When did 42 South St, Salem, WV last sell?
42 South St, Salem, WV last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 42 South St, Salem, WV?
42 South St, Salem, WV has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,970 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.
When was 42 South St, Salem, WV built?
42 South St, Salem, WV was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 42 South St, Salem, WV?
42 South St, Salem, WV is assigned to Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Liberty High School (high), rated D; Mountaineer Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Harrison County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 42 South St, Salem, WV compare to other homes in Salem 26426?
Among the 2,877 homes in Salem 26426, it is bigger than 81% of them (1,970 ft² against a typical 1,382 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.74 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1900 against a typical 1960). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 42 South St, Salem, WV?
The 2026 property tax bill for 42 South St, Salem, WV was $298. The county assessed it at $41,580.
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- 4 South St3 bd · 1 ba · 1,559 ft² · Sold $13K · Sep 2019
- 6 South St4 bd · 2 ba · 1,564 ft² · Sold $5K · Jul 2018
- 21 South St$25K2 bd · 1 ba · 956 ft² · Sold $294 · May 2012
- 27 South St$48K4 bd · 1.5 ba · 2,308 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 42 South St0.29 ac · Sold Jan 1900
- 38 South St0.28 ac · Sold Jan 1900
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- 163 South St0.16 ac · Sold Jan 1900
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Closest homes
- 42 South St51 ft · 0.12 ac · Sold Jan 1900
- South St51 ft · 0.16 ac · Sold Jan 1900
- 70 Wilson Addition Rd$106K66 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 888 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 38 South St129 ft · 0.28 ac · Sold Jan 1900
- 42 South St142 ft · 0.29 ac · Sold Jan 1900
- 6 Lynch St$206K208 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,056 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 5 Lynch St$40K209 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 716 ft²
- 32 South St$144K223 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,276 ft² · Sold $128K · Aug 2021
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- 57 Carolina Ave4 bd · 2 ba · 2,097 ft² · Sold $29K · Oct 2026
- 653 Lick Run Rd$190K3 bd · 1 ba · 2,100 ft² · Sold $403K · Oct 2026
- 90 Patterson Fork Rd$30K2 bd · 1 ba · 728 ft² · Sold $13K · Sep 2026
- 65 W Virginia Ave$23K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,444 ft² · Sold $18K · Sep 2026
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