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$122,846$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 43How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

12949 JAMES RIVER RD

SHIPMAN, VA 22971
2
Beds
1
Baths
864 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.
0.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$123K
$52K low$193K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$122,846
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,277

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$906 (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.$161,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$132,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.54
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.42 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyNELSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.80
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 300 ft²Porch · 110 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Nelson Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Nelson County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Tye River Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi

District: Nelson County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22971These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.1,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,937
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

12949 James River Rd 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 less than 76% of homes in Nelson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Nelson County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Shipman 22971
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Shipman 22971
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Shipman 22971

What homes are worth in Shipman 22971

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

This home
$38K$727K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Shipman 22971.

How it measures up in Shipman 22971

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shipman 22971.

Estimated value$122,846
CheaperTypical $156,768Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.8 ac
SmallerTypical 3.03 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 12949 James River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShipman 22971Nelson County
Estimated valuepricier than$122,84642% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14237% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²12% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.8 ac11% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than199465% of homes65% of homes

About 12949 James River Rd

How much is 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA is $122,846 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $52,444 to $193,248. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA last sell?

12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 0.80-acre lot.

When was 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA built?

12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA is assigned to Nelson Middle School (middle), rated B+; Nelson County High School (high), rated C-; Tye River Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Nelson County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA compare to other homes in Shipman 22971?

Among the 1,315 homes in Shipman 22971, it is worth more than 42% of them ($122,846 against a typical $156,768), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($142 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 12% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.8 ac against a typical 3.03 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1994 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Nelson County, it is worth more than 24% 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 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12949 James River Rd, Shipman, VA was $906. The county assessed it at $161,800.

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