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$427,524$396 / 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 82How 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
Last sold for $175,000 on May 22, 2012

4252 STATE ROUTE 838 W

SALEM, KY 42078
0
Baths
1,080 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.
96.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$428K
$351K low$504K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · May 22, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,609 (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.$344,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$290,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$344,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$344,300

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.62
100
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.
91
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.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.Rural Residence
CountyCrittenden
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.96.84
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 192 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 · 10.9 mi
M
Crittenden County Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.1 mi
H
Crittenden County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.1 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

4252 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Salem 42078
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Salem 42078
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Crittenden County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Salem 42078
  • Newer than 98% 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.

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$20K$373K

This home is worth more than almost all 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$427,524
CheaperTypical $98,931Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$396
CheaperTypical $83Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size96.84 ac
SmallerTypical 3.49 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 4252 State Route 838 W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 42078Crittenden County
Estimated valuepricier than$427,524almost all homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$396almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²30% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than96.84 ac95% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than201398% of homes93% of homes

About 4252 State Route 838 W

How much is 4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY is $427,524 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $350,972 to $504,076. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY last sell?

4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY last sold on May 22, 2012 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY?

4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY has 1,080 square feet of living space and a 96.84-acre lot.

When was 4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY built?

4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY?

4252 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 4252 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 almost all of them ($427,524 against a typical $98,931), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($396 against a typical $83), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (96.84 ac against a typical 3.49 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2013 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Crittenden County, it is worth more than 97% 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 4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4252 State Route 838 W, Salem, KY was $2,609. The county assessed it at $344,300.

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