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$149,316$115 / 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 81How 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 $55,006 on Aug 17, 2022

5239 INDEPENDENCE RD

INDEPENDENCE, WV 26374
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,296 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.
2.94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$149K
$121K low$178K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,006 · Aug 17, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$375 (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.$48,660 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,340
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$37,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$81,100

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.42
21
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.Ranch
CountyPreston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.94
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.Central
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

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

E
West Preston SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Preston High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.8 mi

District: Preston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26374These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.1,920
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.$68,322
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,622
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.40%

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How this home compares

5239 Independence 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 81% of homes in Independence 26374
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Independence 26374
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Independence 26374
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Preston County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Independence 26374

What homes are worth in Independence 26374

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

This home
$62K$641K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Independence 26374.

How it measures up in Independence 26374

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Independence 26374.

Estimated value$149,316
CheaperTypical $237,558Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size2.94 ac
SmallerTypical 2.59 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 5239 Independence Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndependence 26374Preston County
Estimated valuepricier than$149,31619% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11527% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²29% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.94 ac53% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than199570% of homes68% of homes

About 5239 Independence Rd

How much is 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV is $149,316 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $120,857 to $177,775. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV last sell?

5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV last sold on Aug 17, 2022 for $55,006, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV?

5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 2.94-acre lot.

When was 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV built?

5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV?

5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV is assigned to West Preston School (elementary), rated D; 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 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV compare to other homes in Independence 26374?

Among the 758 homes in Independence 26374, it is worth more than 19% of them ($149,316 against a typical $237,558), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($115 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (2.94 ac against a typical 2.59 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1995 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Preston County, it is worth more than 34% 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 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5239 Independence Rd, Independence, WV was $375. The county assessed it at $48,660.

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