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$31,001$13 / 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 51How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

15480 DISMAL RIVER RD

WHITEWOOD, VA 24657
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,358 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.
7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$31K
$16K low$46K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$78 (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.$20,076 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,076
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,076
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$20,076

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.64
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyBUCHANAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.00
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.Metal
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 · 300 ft²

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

H
Twin Valley High SchoolD
High · Grades 8–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Twin Valley Elementary/MiddleB
Elementary · Grades PK–7 · 5.0 mi

District: Buchanan County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24657These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.0.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.237
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$26,637
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$40,097
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

15480 Dismal 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 95% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Buchanan County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Whitewood 24657
  • Older than 97% of homes in Buchanan County

What homes are worth in Whitewood 24657

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

This home
$17K$162K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Whitewood 24657.

How it measures up in Whitewood 24657

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whitewood 24657.

Estimated value$31,001
CheaperTypical $47,306Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$13
CheaperTypical $42Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,358 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size7 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 15480 Dismal River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitewood 24657Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$31,00122% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,358 ft²95% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7 ac79% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than19254% of homes3% of homes

About 15480 Dismal River Rd

How much is 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA is $31,001 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $15,840 to $46,162. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA last sell?

15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,358 square feet of living space and a 7.00-acre lot.

When was 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA built?

15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA is assigned to Twin Valley High School (high), rated D; Twin Valley Elementary/Middle (elementary), rated B. All sit in Buchanan County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA compare to other homes in Whitewood 24657?

Among the 149 homes in Whitewood 24657, it is worth more than 22% of them ($31,001 against a typical $47,306), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($13 against a typical $42), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,358 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (7 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1925 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than 5% 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 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15480 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA was $78. The county assessed it at $20,076.

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