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$50,804$53 / 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 86How 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
Last sold for $70,000 on Aug 27, 2012

SHORT POLE

PANTHER, WV 24872
2
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$51K
$44K low$58K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Aug 27, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$311 (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.$27,360 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$45,600

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
49
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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
CountyMCDOWELL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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
Iaeger Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.4 mi
M
Sandy River Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.6 mi
H
River View High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.7 mi

District: McDowell County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 24872These 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.140
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.54%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,114
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$27,533
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$31,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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.43%

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How this home compares

Short Pole 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 91% of homes in McDowell County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Panther 24872
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in McDowell County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in McDowell County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in McDowell County

What homes are worth in Panther 24872

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

This home
$9K$63K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Panther 24872.

How it measures up in Panther 24872

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Panther 24872.

Estimated value$50,804
CheaperTypical $22,950Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$53
CheaperTypical $18Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,064 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.48 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How Short Pole ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePanther 24872McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$50,80490% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5398% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²43% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac51% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than197867% of homes92% of homes

About Short Pole

How much is Short Pole, Panther, WV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Short Pole, Panther, WV is $50,804 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $43,749 to $57,859. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Short Pole, Panther, WV last sell?

Short Pole, Panther, WV last sold on Aug 27, 2012 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Short Pole, Panther, WV?

Short Pole, Panther, WV has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was Short Pole, Panther, WV built?

Short Pole, Panther, WV was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Short Pole, Panther, WV?

Short Pole, Panther, WV is assigned to Iaeger Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Sandy River Middle School (middle), rated F; River View High School (high), rated F. All sit in McDowell County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Short Pole, Panther, WV compare to other homes in Panther 24872?

Among the 328 homes in Panther 24872, it is worth more than 90% of them ($50,804 against a typical $22,950), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($53 against a typical $18), it is bigger than 43% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,064 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 2.48 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1978 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 91% 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 Short Pole, Panther, WV?

The 2026 property tax bill for Short Pole, Panther, WV was $311. The county assessed it at $27,360.

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