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$53,254$50 / 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 82How 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

962 S BUFFALO ST

ROWLESBURG, WV 26425
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,072 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.
0.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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

$53K
$44K low$63K 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.$53,254
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$42,603

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3 (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.$20,280 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,380
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$33,800

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.39
1
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.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
18
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.0.61
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
Rowlesburg School
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Preston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.3 mi

District: Preston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26425These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.5%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,135
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,283
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

962 S Buffalo 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 96% of homes in Preston County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Preston County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Preston County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Preston County

What homes are worth in Rowlesburg 26425

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

This home
$27K$278K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Rowlesburg 26425.

How it measures up in Rowlesburg 26425

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rowlesburg 26425.

Estimated value$53,254
CheaperTypical $93,687Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$50
CheaperTypical $73Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,072 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,380 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.61 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 962 S Buffalo St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRowlesburg 26425Preston County
Estimated valuepricier than$53,25419% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5029% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,072 ft²26% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.61 ac45% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than192036% of homes17% of homes

About 962 S Buffalo St

How much is 962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV is $53,254 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $43,711 to $62,797. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV?

962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,072 square feet of living space and a 0.61-acre lot.

When was 962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV built?

962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV?

962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV is assigned to Rowlesburg School (elementary); 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 962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV compare to other homes in Rowlesburg 26425?

Among the 587 homes in Rowlesburg 26425, it is worth more than 19% of them ($53,254 against a typical $93,687), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($50 against a typical $73), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,072 ft² against a typical 1,380 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.61 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1920 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Preston County, it is worth more than 4% 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 962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 962 S Buffalo St, Rowlesburg, WV was $3. The county assessed it at $20,280.

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