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$69,833$116 / 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 48How 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 $25,000 on Jul 26, 2005

OLD RT 5

BOWDEN, WV 26254
2
Beds
1
Baths
600 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.
39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$70K
$33K low$106K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · Jul 26, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$379 (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.$55,750 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,990
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$91,900

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.39
1
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.
69
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyRandolph
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.00
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.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Harman SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Randolph County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26254These 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.151
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.67%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.584
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,144
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,062
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

Old Rt 5 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 89% of homes in Bowden 26254
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Bowden 26254
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Randolph County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Randolph County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Bowden 26254

What homes are worth in Bowden 26254

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

This home
$42K$538K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Bowden 26254.

How it measures up in Bowden 26254

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bowden 26254.

Estimated value$69,833
CheaperTypical $182,807Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$116
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,176 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size39 ac
SmallerTypical 2.08 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How Old Rt 5 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBowden 26254Randolph County
Estimated valuepricier than$69,83311% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11631% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than600 ft²12% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than39 ac91% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than192511% of homes15% of homes

About Old Rt 5

How much is Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV is $69,833 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $33,312 to $106,354. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV last sell?

Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV last sold on Jul 26, 2005 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV?

Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 600 square feet of living space and a 39.00-acre lot.

When was Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV built?

Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV?

Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV is assigned to Harman School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Randolph County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV compare to other homes in Bowden 26254?

Among the 252 homes in Bowden 26254, it is worth more than 11% of them ($69,833 against a typical $182,807), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($116 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 12% of them (600 ft² against a typical 1,176 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (39 ac against a typical 2.08 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1925 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Randolph County, it is worth more than 12% 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 Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for Old Rt 5, Bowden, WV was $379. The county assessed it at $55,750.

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