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$160,995$77 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $70,000 on Mar 30, 2012

5281 RIDGECROSS DR

CHARLESTON, WV 25313
2
Beds
1
Baths
2,080 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to 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.

Valuation

$161K
$155K low$167K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Mar 30, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$160,995
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$128,796

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$866 (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.$68,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,560
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,600

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyKANAWHA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.

E
Point Harmony Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Andrew Jackson Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Nitro High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi

District: Kanawha County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 25313These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,066
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.582 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,884
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,763
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.45%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5281 Ridgecross Dr 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Charleston 25313
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Kanawha County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Kanawha County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Charleston 25313

What homes are worth in Charleston 25313

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

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$50K$453K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Charleston 25313.

How it measures up in Charleston 25313

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charleston 25313.

Estimated value$160,995
CheaperTypical $187,338Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area2,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,542 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 5281 Ridgecross Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharleston 25313Kanawha County
Estimated valuepricier than$160,99538% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$778% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than2,080 ft²76% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac63% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than195624% of homes54% of homes

About 5281 Ridgecross Dr

How much is 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV is $160,995 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $155,479 to $166,511. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV last sell?

5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV last sold on Mar 30, 2012 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV?

5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,080 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV built?

5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV?

5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV is assigned to Point Harmony Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Andrew Jackson Middle School (middle), rated A-; Nitro High School (high), rated D. All sit in Kanawha County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV compare to other homes in Charleston 25313?

Among the 4,779 homes in Charleston 25313, it is worth more than 38% of them ($160,995 against a typical $187,338), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($77 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,080 ft² against a typical 1,542 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1956 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Kanawha County, it is worth more than 54% 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 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5281 Ridgecross Dr, Charleston, WV was $866. The county assessed it at $68,760.

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