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$199,900$175 / 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 97How 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 $198,000 on Sep 23, 2026

129 FORBES ST

MADISON HEIGHTS, VA 24572
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,144 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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

$200K
$195K low$205K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,000 · Sep 23, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$665 (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.$109,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$91,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$205,100

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.Cape Cod
CountyAMHERST
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 40 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
Madison Heights Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Monelison Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Amherst County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.8 mi

District: Amherst County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24572These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
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.16,575
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,941
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,819
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.63%

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How this home compares

129 Forbes St 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.

  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Amherst County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Amherst County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Madison Heights 24572

What homes are worth in Madison Heights 24572

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

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$71K$526K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Madison Heights 24572.

How it measures up in Madison Heights 24572

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison Heights 24572.

Estimated value$199,900
CheaperTypical $212,676Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 129 Forbes St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMadison Heights 24572Amherst County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,90045% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17560% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²37% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac7% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than195117% of homes18% of homes

About 129 Forbes St

How much is 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA is $199,900 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $194,721 to $205,079. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA last sell?

129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA last sold on Sep 23, 2026 for $198,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA?

129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA built?

129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA?

129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA is assigned to Madison Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Monelison Middle School (middle), rated C-; Amherst County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Amherst County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA compare to other homes in Madison Heights 24572?

Among the 6,786 homes in Madison Heights 24572, it is worth more than 45% of them ($199,900 against a typical $212,676), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($175 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1951 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Amherst County, it is worth more than 37% 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 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 129 Forbes St, Madison Heights, VA was $665. The county assessed it at $109,000.

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