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$171,164$73 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

LEATHERBARK

SMITHVILLE, WV 26178
2
Beds
1
Baths
2,352 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.
0.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$171K
$143K low$199K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$616 (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.$75,320 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,420
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$69,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$73,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$125,533

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.52
58
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Cape Cod
CountyRITCHIE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.70
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Smithville Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.0 mi
M
Ritchie County Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 15.9 mi
H
Ritchie County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 15.9 mi

District: Ritchie County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26178These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.393
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,017
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$41,289
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

Leatherbark 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 82% of homes in Smithville 26178
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Ritchie County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Smithville 26178
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Smithville 26178
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Smithville 26178

What homes are worth in Smithville 26178

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

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$11K$305K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Smithville 26178.

How it measures up in Smithville 26178

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Smithville 26178.

Estimated value$171,164
CheaperTypical $77,297Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$73
CheaperTypical $83Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area2,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,196 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.7 ac
SmallerTypical 3.5 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How Leatherbark ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithville 26178Ritchie County
Estimated valuepricier than$171,16482% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7343% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than2,352 ft²91% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.7 ac22% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than198883% of homes79% of homes

About Leatherbark

How much is Leatherbark, Smithville, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Leatherbark, Smithville, WV is $171,164 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $143,201 to $199,127. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Leatherbark, Smithville, WV last sell?

Leatherbark, Smithville, WV last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Leatherbark, Smithville, WV?

Leatherbark, Smithville, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,352 square feet of living space and a 0.70-acre lot.

When was Leatherbark, Smithville, WV built?

Leatherbark, Smithville, WV was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Leatherbark, Smithville, WV?

Leatherbark, Smithville, WV is assigned to Smithville Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Ritchie County Middle School (middle), rated C+; Ritchie County High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Ritchie County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Leatherbark, Smithville, WV compare to other homes in Smithville 26178?

Among the 237 homes in Smithville 26178, it is worth more than 82% of them ($171,164 against a typical $77,297), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($73 against a typical $83), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,352 ft² against a typical 1,196 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.7 ac against a typical 3.5 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1988 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Ritchie County, it is worth more than 74% 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 Leatherbark, Smithville, WV?

The 2026 property tax bill for Leatherbark, Smithville, WV was $616. The county assessed it at $75,320.

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