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$486,543$142 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $285,000 on Mar 7, 2017

1144 HELMSDALE DR

FOREST, VA 24551
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,421 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$487K
$466K low$508K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Mar 7, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,696 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$413,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$358,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$413,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$413,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBEDFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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 · 313 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Forest Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Jefferson Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Forest Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Bedford County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24551These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,095
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,852
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

1144 Helmsdale Dr 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 more than 76% of homes in Bedford County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Bedford County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Bedford County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Bedford County

What homes are worth in Forest 24551

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

This home
$178K$948K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Forest 24551.

How it measures up in Forest 24551

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 24551.

Estimated value$486,543
CheaperTypical $415,426Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area3,421 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,016 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 1144 Helmsdale Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$486,54364% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1425% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than3,421 ft²92% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac13% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than200993% of homes96% of homes

About 1144 Helmsdale Dr

How much is 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA is $486,543 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $465,517 to $507,569. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA last sell?

1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA last sold on Mar 7, 2017 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA?

1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,421 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA built?

1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. It is a conventional home.

What schools serve 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA?

1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA is assigned to Forest Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Jefferson Forest High School (high), rated B+; Forest Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Bedford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,345 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 64% of them ($486,543 against a typical $415,426), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($142 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,421 ft² against a typical 2,016 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2009 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 76% 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 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1144 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA was $1,696. The county assessed it at $413,600.

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