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$258,180$99 / 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 70How 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

596 RUNNER CUT RD

THORNTON, WV 26440
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,595 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.
6.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$258K
$180K low$336K high
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.$258,180
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$206,544

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$936 (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.$121,380 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$119,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$202,100

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
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.

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
CountyPreston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.44
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

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
Fellowsville Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi
M
South Preston SchoolC-
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 7.0 mi
H
Preston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.4 mi

District: Preston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26440These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.1,889
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,913
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,225
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.40%

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

596 Runner Cut 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 more than 71% of homes in Thornton 26440
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Thornton 26440
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Thornton 26440
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Preston County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Preston County

What homes are worth in Thornton 26440

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

This home
$59K$571K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Thornton 26440.

How it measures up in Thornton 26440

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Thornton 26440.

Estimated value$258,180
CheaperTypical $201,228Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$99
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,595 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size6.44 ac
SmallerTypical 2.63 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 596 Runner Cut Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThornton 26440Preston County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,18071% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9923% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than2,595 ft²92% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.44 ac67% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than200576% of homes83% of homes

About 596 Runner Cut Rd

How much is 596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV is $258,180 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $180,118 to $336,242. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV?

596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,595 square feet of living space and a 6.44-acre lot.

When was 596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV built?

596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV?

596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV is assigned to Fellowsville Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; South Preston School (middle), rated C-; 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 596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV compare to other homes in Thornton 26440?

Among the 544 homes in Thornton 26440, it is worth more than 71% of them ($258,180 against a typical $201,228), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($99 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,595 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (6.44 ac against a typical 2.63 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2005 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Preston County, it is worth more than 67% 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 596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 596 Runner Cut Rd, Thornton, WV was $936. The county assessed it at $121,380.

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