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$83,834$35 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

740 HIGGINBOTHAM RUN RD

METZ, WV 26585
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,384 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.
5.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$84K
$76K low$92K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$292 (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.$25,450 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,190
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,900

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
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWETZEL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.High Traffic Area

Transaction History(2)

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
Long Drain SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Hundred High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Wetzel County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26585These 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.156
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.3.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.785
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.30 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,951
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,950
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

740 Higginbotham Run 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 73% of homes in Metz 26585
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Metz 26585
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Metz 26585
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Wetzel County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Wetzel County

What homes are worth in Metz 26585

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

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$31K$346K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Metz 26585.

How it measures up in Metz 26585

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Metz 26585.

Estimated value$83,834
CheaperTypical $117,079Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$35
CheaperTypical $78Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area2,384 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size5.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.75 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 740 Higginbotham Run Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMetz 26585Wetzel County
Estimated valuepricier than$83,83427% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$354% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,384 ft²94% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.5 ac58% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than190030% of homes20% of homes

About 740 Higginbotham Run Rd

How much is 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV is $83,834 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $75,991 to $91,677. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV last sell?

740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV?

740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,384 square feet of living space and a 5.50-acre lot.

When was 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV built?

740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV?

740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV is assigned to Long Drain School (elementary), rated C+; Hundred High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Wetzel County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV compare to other homes in Metz 26585?

Among the 259 homes in Metz 26585, it is worth more than 27% of them ($83,834 against a typical $117,079), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($35 against a typical $78), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,384 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (5.5 ac against a typical 2.75 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1900 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of Wetzel County, it is worth more than 36% 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 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 740 Higginbotham Run Rd, Metz, WV was $292. The county assessed it at $25,450.

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