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$511,967$407 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

189 FORGE RD

DAMASCUS, VA 24236
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,258 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.
1.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$512K
$274K low$750K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$752 (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.$127,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$127,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySMYTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.91
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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.Deck · 584 ft²Porch · 64 ft²

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

M
Chilhowie Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.5 mi
H
Chilhowie High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.5 mi
E
Chilhowie Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.8 mi

District: Smyth County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24236These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.3,459
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,963
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,417
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

189 Forge 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 most valuable homes in Smyth County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Smyth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Smyth County

What homes are worth in Damascus 24236

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

This home
$41K$681K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Damascus 24236.

How it measures up in Damascus 24236

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Damascus 24236.

Estimated value$511,967
CheaperTypical $195,251Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$407
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,258 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,299 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size1.91 ac
SmallerTypical 1.08 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 189 Forge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDamascus 24236Smyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$511,96794% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$407almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,258 ft²47% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.91 ac61% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than197658% of homes64% of homes

About 189 Forge Rd

How much is 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA is $511,967 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $274,224 to $749,710. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA last sell?

189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA?

189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,258 square feet of living space and a 1.91-acre lot.

When was 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA built?

189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA?

189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA is assigned to Chilhowie Middle School (middle), rated A-; Chilhowie High School (high), rated B; Chilhowie Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Smyth County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA compare to other homes in Damascus 24236?

Among the 1,453 homes in Damascus 24236, it is worth more than 94% of them ($511,967 against a typical $195,251), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($407 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,258 ft² against a typical 1,299 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (1.91 ac against a typical 1.08 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1976 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Smyth County, it is worth more than almost all 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 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 189 Forge Rd, Damascus, VA was $752. The county assessed it at $127,400.

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