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$403,027$199 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

1726 COWPASTURE RIVER RD S

HEAD WATERS, VA 24442
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,024 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.
59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$403K
$366K low$440K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,097 (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.$411,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$236,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$175,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$411,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$411,200

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.61
91
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyHIGHLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.59.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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.Shed · 144 ft²Patio · 98 ft²

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

M
Highland High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 9.9 mi
E
Highland Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.9 mi

District: Highland County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24442These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.54%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.147
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,877
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,022
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

1726 Cowpasture River Rd S 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 less per square foot than 67% of homes in Head Waters 24442
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Head Waters 24442
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Highland County

What homes are worth in Head Waters 24442

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

This home
$66K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Head Waters 24442.

How it measures up in Head Waters 24442

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Head Waters 24442.

Estimated value$403,027
CheaperTypical $390,680Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area2,024 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size59 ac
SmallerTypical 9.35 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

How 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHead Waters 24442Highland County
Estimated valuepricier than$403,02751% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19933% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than2,024 ft²83% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than59 ac78% of homes79% of homes

About 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S

How much is 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA is $403,027 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $365,682 to $440,372. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA last sell?

1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA?

1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,024 square feet of living space and a 59.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA?

1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA is assigned to Highland High School (middle), rated A-; Highland Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Highland County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA compare to other homes in Head Waters 24442?

Among the 113 homes in Head Waters 24442, it is worth more than 51% of them ($403,027 against a typical $390,680), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($199 against a typical $261), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,024 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 78% of them (59 ac against a typical 9.35 ac). Measured against all of Highland County, it is worth more than 61% 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 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1726 Cowpasture River Rd S, Head Waters, VA was $2,097. The county assessed it at $411,200.

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