862 Alta Road

Closed 4/17/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$505,000

6 beds3 baths3,975 sqft$127/sqft

862 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314

OtherProperty Type

1955Year Built

$127/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to one of the most exceptional entertainment homes in South Hills—truly the home everyone will be talking about. Located just down the street from award-winning George Washington High School, this stunning residence offers space, style, and comfort. Inside, gleaming hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a chef’s dream kitchen flow into wide rooms that open to the backyard—perfect for hosting gatherings. Two fireplaces add warmth and charm. Primary suites on both levels, an en suite...Welcome to one of the most exceptional entertainment homes in South Hills—truly the home everyone will be talking about. Located just down the street from award-winning George Washington High School, this stunning residence offers space, style, and comfort. Inside, gleaming hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a chef’s dream kitchen flow into wide rooms that open to the backyard—perfect for hosting gatherings. Two fireplaces add warmth and charm. Primary suites on both levels, an en suite bath, plus walk-in laundry rooms on both floors provide flexibility and convenience. The fenced outdoor space is a true entertainer’s delight, with a pool, basketball court, privacy fence and side yard. Enjoy gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. An oversized garage and ample parking complete this one-of-a-kind South Hills gem.

Listed by: Melinda Starcher 304.552.8732 melindastarcher@gmail.com • EXP REALTY, LLC

Listing closed: 04/17/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Kanawha Valley BOR, MLS#: 282407

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Principal and Interest

$2,610

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Property Information for 862 Alta Road

Property Details

Taxes: $2,516 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Other
County: Kanawha County
Architectural Style: Other
Subdivision Name: Davis Alexander
Waterfront: No

Building Information

Year Built: 1955

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: Cor "G" turn onto Oakwood Road, 1st left on Sherwood Rd. to R on Beaumont Rd, immediate R on ALTA to 862 on the R
Latitude: 38.340371

Longitude: -81.659203
MLS Area Major: Charleston- South Hills

Taxes and HOA

Association: No
Association Fee Frequency: Annually

Parcel Number: 09-0020-0056-0000-0000
Tax Annual Amount: $2,516.00
Tax Legal Description: Property: LTS 49-50 SEC 1 DAVIS ALEXANDER SUB ALTA 862

School Information

Elementary School: Overbrook
High School: G. Washington

Middle Or Junior School: John Adams

Parking

Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes

Garage Spaces: 2.0
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Dimensions: 91x175x159x177
Lot Size Units: Acres

Property and Assessments

Living Area: 3975.0
Living Area Source: Estimated

Year Built: 1955

Building Features

Construction Materials: Brick, Drywall, Frame, Plaster

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Fence, Porch
Fencing: Privacy, Yard Fenced

Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Pool Features: Pool
Roof: Composition, Shingle

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range
Basement: None

Basement: No
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedrooms Total: 6
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Cooling: Yes
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Insert
Fireplaces Total: 2
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Heat Pump
Heating: Yes
Interior Features: Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Fireplace
Rooms Total: 10
Security Features: Smoke Detectors
Window Features: Insulated Windows

Room Information

Room 1

Room Description: Utility Room
Room Dimensions: 14.9 x 9.0

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Utility Room

Room 2

Room Description: Other Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 20.9 x 13.8

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom

Room 3

Room Description: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 14.6 x 11.4

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom3

Room 4

Room Description: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 18.8 x 10.7

Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Bedroom2

Room 5

Room Description: Primary Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 19.4 x 14.6

Room Level: Upper
Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 6

Room Description: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 32.11 x 14.9

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Kitchen

Room 7

Room Description: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 16.11 x 18.8

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Dining Room

Room 8

Room Description: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 32.8 x 25.11

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Living Room

Property History for 862 Alta Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Apr 17, 2026	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #282407	$505,000	—
Mar 18, 2026	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #282407		—
Mar 12, 2026	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #282407	$515,000	—
Oct 11, 2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #607733434	$445,000	+3.7% / yr
Oct 11, 2017	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #216069	$445,000	—
Sep 17, 2017	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #216069		—
Jun 7, 2017	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #216069	$474,900	—
Sep 20, 2012	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #339556533	$370,000	—
Sep 20, 2012	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #141658	$370,000	—
Aug 31, 2012	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #141658		—
Aug 8, 2012	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #141658	$389,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
04/17/2026	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #282407	$505,000
03/18/2026	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #282407	—
03/12/2026	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #282407	$515,000
10/11/2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #607733434	$445,000 +3.7% / yr
10/11/2017	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #216069	$445,000
09/17/2017	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #216069	—
06/07/2017	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #216069	$474,900
09/20/2012	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #339556533	$370,000
09/20/2012	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #141658	$370,000
08/31/2012	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #141658	—
08/08/2012	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #141658	$389,000

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

Public Records for 862 Alta Road

Taxable ValueLand$36,360Additions$187,800Total$224,160

Tax Record2025$3,607 ($301 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Total Finished SqFt3,015 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,015 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,998 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyKANAWHAAPN20-09- 20-0056.0000

Schools near 862 Alta Road

This home is within Kanawha County Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	Overbrook Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.2 mi
8/10	John Adams Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.9 mi
9/10	George Washington High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.5 mi
NR	KCS Alternative Learning	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	2.8 mi
2/10	Grandview Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	3.1 mi
NR	Ben Franklin Vocational Center	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	5.5 mi
NR	Bible Center School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	1.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	Overbrook Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.2 mi
8/10	John Adams Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.9 mi
9/10	George Washington High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.5 mi
NR	KCS Alternative Learning PublicK to 12 Nearby school	2.8 mi
2/10	Grandview Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	3.1 mi
NR	Ben Franklin Vocational Center Public9 to 12 Choice school	5.5 mi
NR	Bible Center School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	1.0 mi

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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 862 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$505,000	6	3	3,975	–
860 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	–	3	3	1,672	14,418
864 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$215,000	3	2	1,620	–
858 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$350,000	3	3	4,539	–
866 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	–	3	3	1,772	11,064
1 Ridge Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$475,000	4	3	3,100	54,885
865 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$185,400	6	6	4,862	–
899 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$38,000	4	2	1,670	22,651
850 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$285,500	4	3	2,500	14,374
6 Brawley Road, Charleston, WV 25314	–	2	1	764	3,659
849 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$197,500	4	4	2,315	13,503
848 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	–	3	2	2,140	15,202
14B Ridge Road, Unit B, Charleston, WV 25314	–	–	–	–	16,596
870 Sherwood Road, Charleston, WV 25314	–	3	1	1,359	8,233
872 Sherwood Road, Charleston, WV 25314	$201,000	5	2	2,825	–
870 Alta Road, Charleston, WV 25314	–	3	2	2,254	12,632

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