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$29,429$27 / 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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1026 MELODY RD

BIG ROCK, VA 24603
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,076 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.
4.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
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.

Valuation

$29K
$24K low$35K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$66 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$16,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$16,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyBUCHANAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 284 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Riverview Elementary/MiddleC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 4.8 mi
H
Grundy High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.0 mi

District: Buchanan County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24603These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.0.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.37%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.743
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,386
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$39,487
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1026 Melody Rd 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 less than 97% of homes in Big Rock 24603
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Big Rock 24603
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Big Rock 24603
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Big Rock 24603

What homes are worth in Big Rock 24603

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

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$26K$182K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Big Rock 24603.

How it measures up in Big Rock 24603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Big Rock 24603.

Estimated value$29,429
CheaperTypical $63,839Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$27
CheaperTypical $54Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,076 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,238 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size4.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.8 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1026 Melody Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBig Rock 24603Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$29,4293% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$274% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,076 ft²31% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.5 ac67% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than19386% of homes8% of homes

About 1026 Melody Rd

How much is 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA is $29,429 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $23,630 to $35,228. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA last sell?

1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA?

1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,076 square feet of living space and a 4.50-acre lot.

When was 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA built?

1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA?

1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA is assigned to Riverview Elementary/Middle (elementary), rated C+; Grundy High School (high), rated C. All sit in Buchanan County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA compare to other homes in Big Rock 24603?

Among the 542 homes in Big Rock 24603, it is worth more than 3% of them ($29,429 against a typical $63,839), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($27 against a typical $54), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,076 ft² against a typical 1,238 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (4.5 ac against a typical 1.8 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1938 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than 3% 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 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1026 Melody Rd, Big Rock, VA was $66. The county assessed it at $16,800.

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