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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
$94,819$51 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $57,000 on Dec 17, 2012

838 S MAIN ST

PHILIPPI, WV 26416
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,860 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1876
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$95K
$85K low$105K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$57,000 · Dec 17, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$859 (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.$47,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$79,500

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.57
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
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.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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBarbour
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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

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
Philippi Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.9 mi
M
Philippi Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Philip Barbour High School ComplexD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Barbour County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26416These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,255
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.64 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,254
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,827
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%

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How this home compares

838 S Main St 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 75% of homes in Philippi 26416
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Philippi 26416
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Barbour County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Philippi 26416
  • Among the oldest homes in Philippi 26416

What homes are worth in Philippi 26416

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

This home
$38K$514K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Philippi 26416.

How it measures up in Philippi 26416

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philippi 26416.

Estimated value$94,819
CheaperTypical $153,082Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$51
CheaperTypical $107Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,860 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1876
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 838 S Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePhilippi 26416Barbour County
Estimated valuepricier than$94,81925% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$517% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,860 ft²74% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac13% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than1876almost no homesalmost no homes

About 838 S Main St

How much is 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV is $94,819 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $84,596 to $105,042. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV last sell?

838 S Main St, Philippi, WV last sold on Dec 17, 2012 for $57,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV?

838 S Main St, Philippi, WV has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,860 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV built?

838 S Main St, Philippi, WV was built in 1876, making it 150 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV?

838 S Main St, Philippi, WV is assigned to Philippi Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Philippi Middle School (middle), rated D+; Philip Barbour High School Complex (high), rated D. All sit in Barbour County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV compare to other homes in Philippi 26416?

Among the 3,122 homes in Philippi 26416, it is worth more than 25% of them ($94,819 against a typical $153,082), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($51 against a typical $107), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,860 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1876 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Barbour County, it is worth more than 28% 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 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 838 S Main St, Philippi, WV was $859. The county assessed it at $47,700.

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