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$386,348$208 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $250,000 on Dec 8, 2014

1256 HELMSDALE DR

FOREST, VA 24551
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,859 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.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$386K
$373K low$400K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Dec 8, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,344 (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.$327,700 (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.$272,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$327,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$327,700

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)
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 · 208 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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

1256 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.

  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Bedford County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Bedford County
  • Newer than 97% 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
$175K$965K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$386,348
CheaperTypical $417,721Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,859 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,016 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 1256 Helmsdale Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$386,34842% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20845% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,859 ft²44% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac13% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than201094% of homes97% of homes

About 1256 Helmsdale Dr

How much is 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA is $386,348 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $372,652 to $400,044. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA last sell?

1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA last sold on Dec 8, 2014 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA?

1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,859 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA built?

1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA?

1256 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 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,345 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 42% of them ($386,348 against a typical $417,721), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($208 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,859 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 94% of them (2010 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 61% 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 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1256 Helmsdale Dr, Forest, VA was $1,344. The county assessed it at $327,700.

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