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$836,630$246 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $291,456 on Jun 1, 1996

12 RIVA RIDGE LN

STAFFORD, VA 22556
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,406 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.
3.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$837K
$793K low$880K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$291,456 · Jun 1, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,703 (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.$715,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$515,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$715,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$715,600

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.Traditional/Old
CountyStafford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 156 ft²Patio · 156 ft²Porch · 320 ft²

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.

H
Mountain View High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Margaret Brent Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Rodney E. Thompson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Stafford County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22556These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,298
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.567 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$134,332
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$152,267
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

12 Riva Ridge Ln 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 93% of homes in Stafford County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Stafford 22556
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Stafford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Stafford County

What homes are worth in Stafford 22556

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

This home
$260K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Stafford 22556.

How it measures up in Stafford 22556

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stafford 22556.

Estimated value$836,630
CheaperTypical $532,486Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area3,406 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,999 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size3.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 12 Riva Ridge Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStafford 22556Stafford County
Estimated valuepricier than$836,63088% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24630% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than3,406 ft²87% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.03 ac81% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than199657% of homes48% of homes

About 12 Riva Ridge Ln

How much is 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA is $836,630 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $793,316 to $879,944. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA last sell?

12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA last sold on Jun 1, 1996 for $291,456, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA?

12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,406 square feet of living space and a 3.03-acre lot.

When was 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA built?

12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA?

12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA is assigned to Mountain View High School (high), rated A-; Margaret Brent Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Rodney E. Thompson Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Stafford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA compare to other homes in Stafford 22556?

Among the 8,908 homes in Stafford 22556, it is worth more than 88% of them ($836,630 against a typical $532,486), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($246 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,406 ft² against a typical 1,999 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (3.03 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1996 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Stafford County, it is worth more than 93% 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 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Riva Ridge Ln, Stafford, VA was $6,703. The county assessed it at $715,600.

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