Three-Bedroom Log Home with Private Pond on 5 Acres – Dutton, AL – $350,000
Property Overview
This cedar-and-stone contemporary residence offers four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and 2,600 square feet of living space on 2.72 wooded acres in Hurricane, West Virginia. Built in 1997, the two-story home combines an open floor plan with a main-level primary suite, soaring 20-foot great-room ceilings, a two-story bay window and nature nook, updated flooring, updated baths, and an updated kitchen with stainless-steel appliances.
Interior Features
The main level is arranged around an open living concept and includes the primary bedroom, den, dining room, kitchen, living room, utility room, and great room. The main-level primary bedroom measures approximately 17.07 by 15.11 feet, while the upper level provides three additional bedrooms.
The kitchen measures approximately 19.11 by 11.05 feet and includes a dishwasher, electric range, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator. Updated flooring, updated bathrooms, newer fixtures, newer windows, and an updated kitchen add to the home’s functional interior improvements.
The great room features 20-foot ceilings, while the two-story bay window creates a dedicated nature nook. Interior finishes include carpet, ceramic tile, and hardwood flooring. The home also features a wood-burning stove and an insert-style fireplace feature.
Outdoor Living & Recreation
Outdoor living is a major feature of the property. The 2.72-acre wooded setting includes a 36-by-18-foot salt-water pool with an 8-foot depth, a sun deck, and a tiki bar. A screened-in porch overlooks the surrounding setting, while additional deck and porch areas provide space for outdoor use.
The yard is fenced and the property includes exterior storage. A two-car garage measuring approximately 20 by 19 feet provides enclosed parking, with two total garage spaces.
Structure, Utilities & Property Details
- Two-story single-family residence
- Built in 1997
- Cedar, stone, drywall, and frame construction
- Composition shingle roof
- No basement
- Electric forced-air heat pump
- Central air conditioning
- Public water service, with a well also noted for the property
- Septic tank
- Wooded 2.72-acre lot
- Two-car garage
- Additional storage structure
- No HOA
- Parcel number: 040263003600050000
The property also includes a one-year VIP home warranty with salt-water pool and septic coverage.
Area Overview
Hurricane is a city in Putnam County, West Virginia. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates the city’s population at 7,367 as of July 1, 2025, compared with a 2020 Census population of 6,961. Census data also reports a 67.3% owner-occupied housing rate and a 95.9% broadband subscription rate for households during 2020–2024.
The city is positioned between Charleston and Huntington, with Interstate 64 providing regional access. Hurricane’s local setting includes Main Street businesses, parks, recreational facilities, schools, medical services, and the broader Teays Valley area.
Safety & Crime
Available 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data for Hurricane records 4 violent-crime offenses and 88 property-crime offenses. The reported 2024 rates were approximately 59.2 violent offenses and 1,302.7 property offenses per 100,000 residents. The available reporting record also identifies 83 larceny-theft offenses, 5 burglaries, 3 rape offenses, 1 aggravated assault, and no reported robbery or motor-vehicle theft for that year.
These figures describe reported city-level offenses and should not be interpreted as property-specific statistics. The available source notes that earlier years do not provide a consistently comparable reporting series for Hurricane, so a multi-year rate comparison has not been presented here.
Schools & Education
Nearby schools identified for this property include Lakeside Elementary School, Hurricane Middle School, and Hurricane High School. Zillow’s property page identifies these as nearby schools and notes that school assignment information should be confirmed with the local school district before relying on it for enrollment purposes.
Hurricane Middle School serves grades 6–8 and is located at 518 Midland Trail. Hurricane High School serves grades 9–12 and is located at 3350 Teays Valley Road. Both schools are part of Putnam County Schools.
Healthcare & Hospitals
CAMC Teays Valley Hospital is located at 1400 Hospital Drive in Hurricane and operates as a 70-bed hospital with emergency services and other specialized care. CAMC also operates primary care and outpatient services in the Teays Valley area, including CAMC Primary Care at 3248 Teays Valley Road and the CAMC Teays Valley Outpatient Center at 3948 Teays Valley Road.
Housing Market History
Zillow’s Hurricane market data provides a current city-level housing indicator rather than a complete five-year annual series. As of August 31, 2026, Zillow reported a typical Hurricane home value of $277,774 and a 5.7% year-over-year change. Zillow also reported a July 2026 median sale price of $337,583 and an August 2026 median list price of $403,667.
| Metric | Period | Reported Value |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Home Value | August 31, 2026 | $277,774 |
| Year-over-Year Home Value Change | August 31, 2026 | +5.7% |
| Median Sale Price | July 31, 2026 | $337,583 |
| Median List Price | August 31, 2026 | $403,667 |
Transportation & Access
Hurricane is located just south of Interstate 64 at Exit 34. West Virginia’s official traffic information also identifies I-64 exits serving Hurricane and Teays Valley, along with the connection between I-64 and US 35 farther east in Putnam County.
Putnam County’s comprehensive planning materials identify Interstate 64 as a major east-west transportation corridor and West Virginia Route 34 as an important north-south route serving the county and the Teays Valley area.
Shopping & Everyday Services
Hurricane provides a range of shopping, dining, and everyday services through its Main Street district and the broader Teays Valley area. The City of Hurricane identifies Main Street as an active downtown area with shops and restaurants, while local listings include restaurants and other businesses along Main Street, Teays Valley Road, and Hurricane Creek Road.
Parks & Recreation
Hurricane offers several established recreational resources. Hurricane City Park includes picnic areas, playgrounds, athletic fields, walking and jogging areas, a skatepark, and access to the Hurricane Reservoir. Meeks Mountain Trails uses the City Park area as a trailhead, while Valley Park provides walking trails, athletic facilities, a dog park, ponds, and Waves of Fun.
Hurricane Bridge Park includes the Putnam County Bank Sports Complex with four baseball and softball fields, an all-inclusive playground, pickleball courts, and a 36-hole disc golf course. The city also identifies additional future park amenities including walking trails, shelters, and an amphitheater.
Utilities & Connectivity
City of Hurricane provides municipal water and sewer services within the city, with current utility information published by the city’s Water & Waste Water Department. The property itself is identified with public water and septic service, while the property description also notes a well.
West Virginia’s broadband program maintains an interactive broadband map and a statewide list of facilities-based internet providers. Actual provider availability and service levels should be confirmed for the specific property address before establishing service.
Development & Planning
The City of Hurricane identifies ongoing Main Street revitalization and storefront-development efforts intended to maintain and improve the downtown commercial district. The city’s project information also describes continued grant and funding efforts for signage, lighting, sidewalks, and connections between downtown and nearby recreational areas.
As of 2026, these initiatives are described by the city as ongoing projects and efforts. They are not presented here as guarantees of future development or changes in property values.
Property Summary
| Property Type | Single-Family Residence |
| Address | 3816 Sams Fork Rd, Hurricane, WV 25526 |
| County | Putnam County |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms |
| Square Feet | 2,600 |
| Lot Size | 2.72 Acres |
| Year Built | 1997 |
| Stories | Two |
| Parcel/APN | 040263003600050000 |
| Water | Public water; well also noted |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Parking | Two-Car Garage |
| Outdoor Features | Salt-Water Pool, Sun Deck, Tiki Bar, Screened-In Porch, Deck, Fence, Storage |
| Lot Features | Wooded |
| HOA | No HOA |
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