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$29,127$26 / 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 54How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

17487 DISMAL RIVER RD

WHITEWOOD, VA 24657
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,122 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
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

$29K
$16K low$43K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$34 (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.$8,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$8,600

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.73 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.0.12
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
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 · 168 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/MiddleC+
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

17487 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
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Buchanan County
  • Among the smallest lots in Whitewood 24657
  • Older than 87% 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
$18K$128K

This home is worth more than 18% 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$29,127
CheaperTypical $41,752Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$26
CheaperTypical $40Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 17487 Dismal River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitewood 24657Buchanan County
Estimated valuepricier than$29,12718% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2616% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,122 ft²42% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 acalmost no homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than194119% of homes13% of homes

About 17487 Dismal River Rd

How much is 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA is $29,127 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $15,724 to $42,530. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA last sell?

17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,122 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA built?

17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA is assigned to Twin Valley High School (high), rated D+; Twin Valley Elementary/Middle (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Buchanan County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA compare to other homes in Whitewood 24657?

Among the 149 homes in Whitewood 24657, it is worth more than 18% of them ($29,127 against a typical $41,752), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($26 against a typical $40), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,122 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.12 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1941 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 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17487 Dismal River Rd, Whitewood, VA was $34. The county assessed it at $8,600.

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