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$283,616$138 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $135,000 on Nov 21, 2017

2003 RICE AVE

SALEM, VA 24153
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,054 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$284K
$270K low$297K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Nov 21, 2017
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.$283,616
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$226,893

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,245 (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.$211,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$166,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$211,100

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.51
56
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
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.
81
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.20 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.36
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 36 ft²Porch · 353 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
South Salem Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

2003 Rice Ave 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Salem city County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Salem 24153

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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$126K$730K

This home is worth more than 45% 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$283,616
CheaperTypical $300,412Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,054 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,532 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 2003 Rice Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Salem city County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,61645% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1387% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than2,054 ft²74% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac44% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than194514% of homes16% of homes

About 2003 Rice Ave

How much is 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA is $283,616 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $269,930 to $297,302. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA last sell?

2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA last sold on Nov 21, 2017 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA?

2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,054 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA built?

2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA?

2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA is assigned to South Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Salem High School (high), rated B+; Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,391 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 45% of them ($283,616 against a typical $300,412), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($138 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,054 ft² against a typical 1,532 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1945 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 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2003 Rice Ave, Salem, VA was $1,245. The county assessed it at $211,100.

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