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500 Gilbert Ave, Follansbee, WV, 26037

3beds
2baths
1,695sqft
$239,900
$142price/sqft
$1,888/moest. monthly cost
$75,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome home to 500 Gilbert Ave, a beautifully maintained 2 story home with 3BR's and 1.5 baths. Situated in a prime location, in pristine condition, ready for you to move in. New refinished oak floors, new LVP in kitchen and both baths. New paint throughout and completely remodeled bathrooms. Enclosed backyard perfect for privacy, relaxation and entertaining. Excellent curb appeal providing a complete package of comfort and modern style. Located on a corner lot with a 2 car detached garage. Enjoy the coziness of the wood burning fireplace on chilly evenings. Let's mark this one PENDING for the Holidays!

Getting Around

56
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
39
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

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Follansbee Middle SchoolGrades 5-80.1 mi
3/10
Brooke High SchoolGrades PK,9-122.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Year built: 1924

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Brick,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full

Bathroom

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: First

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 1,695

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Fireplace(s),Radiant
  • Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,695
  • Total interior livable area: 1,695 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Other

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0067
  • Special condition: Estate

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Patio,Porch
  • Fencing: Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,508 sqft
  • Features: Flat,Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 41 x 110

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Detached,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Lightning
Hail
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across West Virginia Counties

Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,213$14,556
Home Insurance *$182$2,184
Property Taxes $312$3,744
Electricity $181$2,178
Total$1,888$22,656
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$64,731/yr
40% on housing$56,640/yr
45% on housing$50,346/yr

West Virginia FAIR Plan Programs

West Virginia Essential Property Insurance Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 260Commercial: 43
Total Premiums$274,000
Total Exposure$30.03M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.0%
8.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 4.9%
4.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$142This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 26037$62
Brooke County$81

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 26037$99
Brooke County$81

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2025-12-04Listed for sale$257,500
2002-03-01Sold$81,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMary Fran Kowalo
BrokerageFirst Choice, Realtors

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