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$235,659$146 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1971 RICHMOND HWY

GLADSTONE, VA 24553
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,612 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.
12.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$236K
$207K low$264K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$235,659
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$188,527

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,007 (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.$114,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$66,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$114,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$179,800

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.60
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.144 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.1 percent flood zone

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.Cape Cod
CountyAMHERST
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1977
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.04
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

M
Amherst Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
E
Central Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi
H
Amherst County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Amherst County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24553These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,360
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,109
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1971 Richmond Hwy 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 73% of homes in Gladstone 24553
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Amherst County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Gladstone 24553
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Amherst County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Gladstone 24553

What homes are worth in Gladstone 24553

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

This home
$35K$635K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Gladstone 24553.

How it measures up in Gladstone 24553

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gladstone 24553.

Estimated value$235,659
CheaperTypical $157,556Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,363 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size12.04 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 1971 Richmond Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGladstone 24553Amherst County
Estimated valuepricier than$235,65973% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14646% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,612 ft²66% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12.04 ac80% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than196430% of homes32% of homes

About 1971 Richmond Hwy

How much is 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA is $235,659 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $207,014 to $264,304. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA last sell?

1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA?

1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,612 square feet of living space and a 12.04-acre lot.

When was 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA built?

1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA?

1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA is assigned to Amherst Middle School (middle), rated B; Central Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Amherst County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Amherst County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA compare to other homes in Gladstone 24553?

Among the 1,075 homes in Gladstone 24553, it is worth more than 73% of them ($235,659 against a typical $157,556), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($146 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,612 ft² against a typical 1,363 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (12.04 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1964 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Amherst County, it is worth more than 48% 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 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1971 Richmond Hwy, Gladstone, VA was $1,007. The county assessed it at $114,400.

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