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$94,444
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 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

10497 STATE ROUTE 70

BLACKWATER, VA 24221
2
Baths
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$94K
$69K low$119K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$714 (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.$103,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$95,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$84,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$103,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.57
57
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
41
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 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
CountyLee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

M
Jonesville Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 6.1 mi
H
Lee High SchoolD+
High · Grades 8–12 · 8.4 mi
E
Elk Knob Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.0 mi

District: Lee County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24221These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.123
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.110

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,023
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,043
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,248
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

10497 State Route 70 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Blackwater 24221
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Lee County

What homes are worth in Blackwater 24221

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

This home
$28K$361K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Blackwater 24221.

How it measures up in Blackwater 24221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Blackwater 24221.

Estimated value$94,444
CheaperTypical $116,699Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 8.4 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 10497 State Route 70 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlackwater 24221Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$94,44439% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac19% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than199777% of homes78% of homes

About 10497 State Route 70

How much is 10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA is $94,444 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $69,462 to $119,426. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA?

10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA has 2 bathrooms and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA built?

10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA?

10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA is assigned to Jonesville Middle School (middle), rated B; Lee High School (high), rated D+; Elk Knob Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Lee County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA compare to other homes in Blackwater 24221?

Among the 354 homes in Blackwater 24221, it is worth more than 39% of them ($94,444 against a typical $116,699), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (1 ac against a typical 8.4 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1997 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 50% 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 10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 10497 State Route 70, Blackwater, VA was $714. The county assessed it at $103,500.

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