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$479,564$336 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $400,000 on May 23, 2022

159 RIDING CHAPEL RD

STEPHENS CITY, VA 22655
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,427 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.
5.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$480K
$438K low$521K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · May 23, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,236 (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.$421,960 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$113,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$308,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$421,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$421,960

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.116 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.Split Level
CountyFREDERICK
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.99
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Deck · 550 ft²Porch · 35 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.

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

E
Middletown Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
H
Sherando High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
M
Robert E. Aylor Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.8 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22655These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,887
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.673 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,351
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,636
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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

159 Riding Chapel 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 more than 69% of homes in Stephens City 22655
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Stephens City 22655
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Frederick County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Stephens City 22655

What homes are worth in Stephens City 22655

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

This home
$219K$768K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Stephens City 22655.

How it measures up in Stephens City 22655

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stephens City 22655.

Estimated value$479,564
CheaperTypical $404,150Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$336
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,427 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,684 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size5.99 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 159 Riding Chapel Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStephens City 22655Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$479,56469% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33697% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,427 ft²36% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.99 ac96% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than199039% of homes41% of homes

About 159 Riding Chapel Rd

How much is 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA is $479,564 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $437,999 to $521,129. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA last sell?

159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA last sold on May 23, 2022 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA?

159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,427 square feet of living space and a 5.99-acre lot.

When was 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA built?

159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA?

159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA is assigned to Middletown Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Sherando High School (high), rated C-; Robert E. Aylor Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA compare to other homes in Stephens City 22655?

Among the 8,392 homes in Stephens City 22655, it is worth more than 69% of them ($479,564 against a typical $404,150), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($336 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,427 ft² against a typical 1,684 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (5.99 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1990 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 60% 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 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 Riding Chapel Rd, Stephens City, VA was $2,236. The county assessed it at $421,960.

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