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$561,176
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 $380,000 on May 1, 2020

1245 HELMSDALE DR

FOREST, VA 24551
0
Baths
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$561K
$535K low$588K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · May 1, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,916 (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.$467,200 (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.$412,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$467,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$467,200

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.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyBEDFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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 · 0.5 mi
H
Jefferson Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Forest Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 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

1245 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 83% of homes in Bedford County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% 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
$161K$902K

This home is worth more than 77% 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$561,176
CheaperTypical $414,644Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

How 1245 Helmsdale Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$561,17677% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac14% of homes7% of homes

About 1245 Helmsdale Dr

How much is 1245 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1245 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA is $561,176 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $534,811 to $587,541. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1245 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA last sell?

1245 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA last sold on May 1, 2020 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 1245 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA?

1245 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 1245 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,345 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 77% of them ($561,176 against a typical $414,644) and its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.65 ac). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 83% 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 1245 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1245 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA was $1,916. The county assessed it at $467,200.

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