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$156,346$109 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $194,000 on Jun 23, 2025

978 KNOTTS RUN RD

RIPLEY, WV 25271
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,440 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.
7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
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

$156K
$127K low$186K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$194,000 · Jun 23, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$839 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$67,560 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,640
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$112,600

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.53
69
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.40 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.00
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.High Traffic Area

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

H
Ripley High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi
M
Ripley Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi
E
Gilmore Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.3 mi

District: Jackson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 25271These 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.116
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 100.38

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,861
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.93 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,504
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,777
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%

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How this home compares

978 Knotts 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 69% of homes in Ripley 25271
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Ripley 25271
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Ripley 25271
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Ripley 25271

What homes are worth in Ripley 25271

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

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$56K$542K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Ripley 25271.

How it measures up in Ripley 25271

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ripley 25271.

Estimated value$156,346
CheaperTypical $196,939Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$109
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,610 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size7 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 978 Knotts Run Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRipley 25271Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$156,34631% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10933% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,440 ft²40% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7 ac86% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than200993% of homes93% of homes

About 978 Knotts Run Rd

How much is 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV is $156,346 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $127,005 to $185,687. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV last sell?

978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV last sold on Jun 23, 2025 for $194,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV?

978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,440 square feet of living space and a 7.00-acre lot.

When was 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV built?

978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV?

978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV is assigned to Ripley High School (high), rated B-; Ripley Middle School (middle), rated B; Gilmore Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Jackson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV compare to other homes in Ripley 25271?

Among the 3,205 homes in Ripley 25271, it is worth more than 31% of them ($156,346 against a typical $196,939), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($109 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,440 ft² against a typical 1,610 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (7 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2009 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 35% 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 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV?

The 2026 property tax bill for 978 Knotts Run Rd, Ripley, WV was $839. The county assessed it at $67,560.

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