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$159,999$167 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

4243 STATE ROUTE 838 W

SALEM, KY 42078
2
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
96 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$160K
$141K low$179K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$297 (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.$30,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$30,900

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.61
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
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.147 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.0.2 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
CountyCrittenden
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.96.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 120 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Crittenden County Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 10.4 mi
M
Crittenden County Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.6 mi
H
Crittenden County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.6 mi

District: Crittenden County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 42078These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.252

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.1,798
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,871
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,277
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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.56%

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How this home compares

4243 State Route 838 W 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 81% of homes in Salem 42078
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Salem 42078
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Salem 42078
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Salem 42078

What homes are worth in Salem 42078

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

This home
$20K$373K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Salem 42078.

How it measures up in Salem 42078

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 42078.

Estimated value$159,999
CheaperTypical $98,931Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $83Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size96 ac
SmallerTypical 3.49 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

How 4243 State Route 838 W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 42078Crittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,99981% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16795% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²19% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than96 ac95% of homes95% of homes

About 4243 State Route 838 W

How much is 4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY is $159,999 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $141,465 to $178,533. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY?

4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 96.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY?

4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY is assigned to Crittenden County Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Crittenden County Middle School (middle), rated B; Crittenden County High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Crittenden County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY compare to other homes in Salem 42078?

Among the 1,031 homes in Salem 42078, it is worth more than 81% of them ($159,999 against a typical $98,931), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($167 against a typical $83), it is bigger than 19% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 95% of them (96 ac against a typical 3.49 ac). Measured against all of Crittenden County, it is worth more than 69% 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 4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4243 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY was $297. The county assessed it at $30,900.

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