579 Murphytown Road

1,312 Sq. Ft.
$187 / Sq. Ft.
1,312
Sq. Ft.
$187
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Just ½ mile off Route 50 and only 4 minutes from I-77, this ranch home with two detached garages on over 8 acres offers the perfect combination of privacy, convenience, and value—all for under $250,000! Inside, you'll find 2 bedrooms, including an enormous primary suite (a true retreat!) , original hardwood floors throughout most of the home, and a functional, easy-living layout. The completely renovated main bathroom features a clean, updated design, while the spacious kitchen is equipped with a...Just ½ mile off Route 50 and only 4 minutes from I-77, this ranch home with two detached garages on over 8 acres offers the perfect combination of privacy, convenience, and value—all for under $250,000! Inside, you'll find 2 bedrooms, including an enormous primary suite (a true retreat!) , original hardwood floors throughout most of the home, and a functional, easy-living layout. The completely renovated main bathroom features a clean, updated design, while the spacious kitchen is equipped with a stainless steel appliance package. A breakfast bar opens to the dining room, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The full, unfinished basement with walkout access offers a laundry area, abundant storage, and endless possibilities to create additional finished living space. Enjoy your morning coffee on the welcoming front porch, or fire up the grill and entertain friends on the back deck- conveniently accessed from the kitchen/dining area. A single-car detached garage sits next to the home, while a double-car detached garage near the road provides even more space for vehicles, hobbies, or a workshop. An open storage shed adds even more functionality. With 8.6 acres of land to explore, you'll have plenty of room for recreation, gardening, or simply enjoying the peaceful country setting. Whether you're looking for space to spread out, room for your toys, or yard space for your four-legged family members, this property has great potential and checks all of those boxes! Offering the best of country living with quick access to shopping, dining, schools, and major highways, this property is a rare find at this price. Don't miss your opportunity to own this move-in-ready home on 8+ acres in an unbeatable location!
  1. Listed by Joseph Boggess • RE/MAX Properties of the Valley
    P: (304)-531-8365 C: (304)-531-8365 joeyandjamesrealty@gmail.com

Property Details for 579 Murphytown Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Has Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 07/09/2026 08:08 PM

Property Details for 579 Murphytown Road

StatusActive
MLS #5226171
Days on Market2
Taxes$1,237 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size8.60 AC / 374,616 SF
CountyWood County

Location

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Building Information for 579 Murphytown Road

Stories1Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size8.60 AC / 374,616 SF

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$1,324 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,221

Property Taxes

$103

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 579 Murphytown Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Rt. 50 turn onto Murphytown Rd. Go 1/2 mile and home will be on left.
  • Latitude: 39.23725745
  • Longitude: -81.45468393
  • Township: Clay
Taxes and HOA
  • Additional Parcels Description: 01-150-00G10000,01-150-000G0000
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 01-150-00G30000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,237.00
  • Tax Legal Description: TCT 5-A MURPHYTOWN RD W/PLAT, TCT 2.10-A STILLWELL CR, TCT 1.5-A STILLWELL CREEK
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Wood-Parkersburg HS
  • High School District: Wood-Parkersburg HS
  • Middle or Junior School District: Wood-Parkersburg HS
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.6
  • Lot Size Area: 8.6
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1312.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
  • Land Lease: No
  • Living Area: 1312.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Sheds
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk Out Access, Sump Pump
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms Integer: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Rooms: 7
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Private Pool: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
Rental
Tenant Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 579 Murphytown Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS Now #5226171

$245,000
Jan 21, 2013

Sold

MLS Now #M233935

$130,000
Nov 15, 2012

Contract Signed

MLS Now #M233935

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS Now #5226171

$245,000
01/21/2013

Sold

MLS Now #M233935

$130,000
11/15/2012

Contract Signed

MLS Now #M233935

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 579 Murphytown Road

This home is within Wood County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jefferson Elementary Center
PublicPK to 5

Hamilton Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Parkersburg High School
Public9 to 12

Caperton Center for Applied Technology
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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579 Murphytown Road is a single family home for sale in Davisville, WV 26142. This property was listed for sale on July 7, 2026 by RE/MAX Properties of the Valley, it's currently listed at $245,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on January 21, 2013. This listing's school district is Wood County Schools. Nearby schools include Jefferson Elementary Center, Hamilton Junior High School and Parkersburg High School. 579 Murphytown Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,312 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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