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$424,967$186 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $412,000 on Jan 30, 2026

178 FOREST DR

SALEM, VA 24153
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,280 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
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.
8
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$425K
$401K low$449K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$412,000 · Jan 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,682 (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.$403,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$74,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$328,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$322,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$403,600

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Patio · 564 ft²Porch · 90 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.

M
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
East Salem Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Salem City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24153These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.60%

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How this home compares

178 Forest Dr 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 83% of homes in Salem city County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Salem city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Salem city County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Salem city County

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

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$129K$734K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Salem 24153.

How it measures up in Salem 24153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 24153.

Estimated value$424,967
CheaperTypical $300,751Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,539 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 178 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Salem city County
Estimated valuepricier than$424,96778% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18636% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than2,280 ft²82% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac58% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than199376% of homes83% of homes

About 178 Forest Dr

How much is 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA is $424,967 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $401,063 to $448,871. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA last sell?

178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA last sold on Jan 30, 2026 for $412,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA?

178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,280 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA built?

178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA?

178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA is assigned to Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+; East Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Salem High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,406 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 78% of them ($424,967 against a typical $300,751), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($186 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,280 ft² against a typical 1,539 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1993 against a typical 1972). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 178 Forest Dr, Salem, VA was $4,682. The county assessed it at $403,600.

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