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$20,853$48 / 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 98How 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

17421 DISMAL RIVER RD

WHITEWOOD, VA 24657
2
Beds
1
Baths
432 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$21K
$20K low$21K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$138 (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.$35,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$35,400

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.
40
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.
93
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.2.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Porch · 108 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 · 2.4 mi
E
Twin Valley Elementary/MiddleB
Elementary · Grades PK–7 · 6.3 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

17421 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Buchanan County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Among the smallest homes in Buchanan County
  • Older than 84% 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.

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$17K$162K

This home is worth more than 6% 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$20,853
CheaperTypical $47,306Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$48
CheaperTypical $42Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area432 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 17421 Dismal River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitewood 24657Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$20,8536% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4864% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than432 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac62% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than194723% of homes16% of homes

About 17421 Dismal River Rd

How much is 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA is $20,853 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $20,421 to $21,285. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA last sell?

17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 432 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA built?

17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

17421 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 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA compare to other homes in Whitewood 24657?

Among the 149 homes in Whitewood 24657, it is worth more than 6% of them ($20,853 against a typical $47,306), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($48 against a typical $42), it is bigger than 2% of them (432 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (2 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1947 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Buchanan County, it is worth more than almost no 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 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17421 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA was $138. The county assessed it at $35,400.

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