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$151,518$172 / 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 69How 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 Mar 3, 2020

ROUTE 259

BAKER, WV 26801
2
Beds
1
Baths
882 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.
2.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$152K
$105K low$198K 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 · Mar 3, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$319 (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.$41,520 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$40,560
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,200

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.60
93
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.142 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.Ranch
CountyHardy
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.63
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

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.

H
East Hardy High SchoolC
High · Grades 7–12 · 2.5 mi
E
East Hardy Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.5 mi

District: Hardy County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 26801These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.59%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.5%
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.1,124
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,559
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,501
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

Route 259 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 77% of homes in Baker 26801
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Hardy County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Baker 26801
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Baker 26801
  • Older than 78% of homes in Hardy County

What homes are worth in Baker 26801

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

This home
$69K$858K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Baker 26801.

How it measures up in Baker 26801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Baker 26801.

Estimated value$151,518
CheaperTypical $246,420Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area882 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size2.63 ac
SmallerTypical 5.01 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How Route 259 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBaker 26801Hardy County
Estimated valuepricier than$151,51823% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17252% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than882 ft²13% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.63 ac34% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than195028% of homes22% of homes

About Route 259

How much is Route 259, Baker, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Route 259, Baker, WV is $151,518 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $104,607 to $198,429. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Route 259, Baker, WV last sell?

Route 259, Baker, WV last sold on Mar 3, 2020 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Route 259, Baker, WV?

Route 259, Baker, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 882 square feet of living space and a 2.63-acre lot.

When was Route 259, Baker, WV built?

Route 259, Baker, WV was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Route 259, Baker, WV?

Route 259, Baker, WV is assigned to East Hardy High School (high), rated C; East Hardy Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Hardy County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Route 259, Baker, WV compare to other homes in Baker 26801?

Among the 734 homes in Baker 26801, it is worth more than 23% of them ($151,518 against a typical $246,420), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($172 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 13% of them (882 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (2.63 ac against a typical 5.01 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1950 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Hardy County, it is worth more than 30% 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 Route 259, Baker, WV?

The 2025 property tax bill for Route 259, Baker, WV was $319. The county assessed it at $41,520.

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