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$140,189$132 / 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 80How 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

161 RUSKIN ST

DANVILLE, VA 24540
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,064 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
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

$140K
$113K low$168K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$746 (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.$89,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$85,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$83,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$89,900

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.49
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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.8 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
CountyDANVILLE CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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 · 134 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Arnett Hills Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Westwood Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
George Washington High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Danville City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24540These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.88%
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.23%
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.31,633
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.417 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,687
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,616
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

161 Ruskin 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Danville city County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Danville 24540
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Danville 24540

What homes are worth in Danville 24540

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

This home
$27K$584K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Danville 24540.

How it measures up in Danville 24540

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Danville 24540.

Estimated value$140,189
CheaperTypical $142,179Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,064 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 161 Ruskin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDanville 24540Danville city County
Estimated valuepricier than$140,18949% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13251% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,064 ft²28% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac22% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than195740% of homes54% of homes

About 161 Ruskin St

How much is 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA is $140,189 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $112,781 to $167,597. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA last sell?

161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA?

161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,064 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA built?

161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA?

161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA is assigned to Arnett Hills Elementary School (elementary); Westwood Middle School (middle), rated D-; George Washington High School (high), rated D. All sit in Danville City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA compare to other homes in Danville 24540?

Among the 14,470 homes in Danville 24540, it is worth more than 49% of them ($140,189 against a typical $142,179), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($132 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,064 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1957 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Danville city County, it is worth more than 51% 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 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 161 Ruskin St, Danville, VA was $746. The county assessed it at $89,900.

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