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$444,633$194 / 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 95How 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 $249,000 on Dec 21, 2012

197 HOUNDS RUN

FOREST, VA 24551
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,296 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.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$445K
$424K low$465K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$249,000 · Dec 21, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,450 (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.$353,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$293,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$353,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$353,700

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBEDFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 168 ft²Porch · 144 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.

H
Jefferson Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Forest Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi
E
Boonsboro Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.7 mi

District: Bedford County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24551These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,095
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,852
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

197 Hounds Run 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 71% of homes in Bedford County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Bedford County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Bedford County

What homes are worth in Forest 24551

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

This home
$177K$959K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Forest 24551.

How it measures up in Forest 24551

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 24551.

Estimated value$444,633
CheaperTypical $413,801Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area2,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,004 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 197 Hounds Run ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$444,63357% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19431% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than2,296 ft²63% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac38% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than199148% of homes57% of homes

About 197 Hounds Run

How much is 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA is $444,633 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $424,389 to $464,877. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA last sell?

197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA last sold on Dec 21, 2012 for $249,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA?

197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,296 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA built?

197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA?

197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA is assigned to Jefferson Forest High School (high), rated B+; Forest Middle School (middle), rated A; Boonsboro Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Bedford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,346 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 57% of them ($444,633 against a typical $413,801), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($194 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,296 ft² against a typical 2,004 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1991 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 71% 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 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 197 Hounds Run, Forest, VA was $1,450. The county assessed it at $353,700.

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