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$593,729$245 / 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 92How 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

178 RUSSELL WAY

AFTON, VA 22920
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,424 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$594K
$548K low$640K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,777 (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.$674,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$594,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$330,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$674,500

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.43
1
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.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyNELSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Rockfish River Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.9 mi
M
Nelson Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 20.3 mi
H
Nelson County High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 20.4 mi

District: Nelson County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22920These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
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.4,434
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.61 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,797
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,014
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.63%

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How this home compares

178 Russell Way 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 86% of homes in Nelson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Afton 22920
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Nelson County
  • Among the smallest lots in Afton 22920

What homes are worth in Afton 22920

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

This home
$110K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Afton 22920.

How it measures up in Afton 22920

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Afton 22920.

Estimated value$593,729
CheaperTypical $398,756Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$245
CheaperTypical $287Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area2,424 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

How 178 Russell Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAfton 22920Nelson County
Estimated valuepricier than$593,72972% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24531% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than2,424 ft²80% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 acalmost no homes10% of homes

About 178 Russell Way

How much is 178 Russell Way, Afton, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Russell Way, Afton, VA is $593,729 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $547,521 to $639,937. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Russell Way, Afton, VA last sell?

178 Russell Way, Afton, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Russell Way, Afton, VA?

178 Russell Way, Afton, VA has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 2,424 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

What schools serve 178 Russell Way, Afton, VA?

178 Russell Way, Afton, VA is assigned to Rockfish River Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Nelson Middle School (middle), rated B-; Nelson County High School (high), rated B. All sit in Nelson County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Russell Way, Afton, VA compare to other homes in Afton 22920?

Among the 2,452 homes in Afton 22920, it is worth more than 72% of them ($593,729 against a typical $398,756), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($245 against a typical $287), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,424 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²) and its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.21 ac against a typical 3 ac). Measured against all of Nelson County, it is worth more than 86% 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 178 Russell Way, Afton, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 178 Russell Way, Afton, VA was $3,777. The county assessed it at $674,500.

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