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$410,366$167 / 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 91How 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

20490 PENOLA RD

RUTHER GLEN, VA 22546
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,464 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.
2.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
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

$410K
$375K low$446K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,176 (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.$375,120 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$314,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$375,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$375,120

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.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyCAROLINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.70
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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.GazeboShed

Transaction History(1)

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
Caroline High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Caroline Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Bowling Green Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.5 mi

District: Caroline County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22546These 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.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.94%
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.12%
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.18,362
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.116 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,895
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,029
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

20490 Penola 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.

  • Worth more than 73% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Older than 78% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546

What homes are worth in Ruther Glen 22546

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

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$132K$658K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546.

How it measures up in Ruther Glen 22546

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruther Glen 22546.

Estimated value$410,366
CheaperTypical $346,894Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,464 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,443 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size2.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 20490 Penola Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuther Glen 22546Caroline County
Estimated valuepricier than$410,36673% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1679% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,464 ft²92% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.7 ac83% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than198122% of homes34% of homes

About 20490 Penola Rd

How much is 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA is $410,366 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $374,529 to $446,203. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA last sell?

20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA?

20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,464 square feet of living space and a 2.70-acre lot.

When was 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA built?

20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA?

20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA is assigned to Caroline High School (high), rated D; Caroline Middle School (middle), rated D+; Bowling Green Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Caroline County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA compare to other homes in Ruther Glen 22546?

Among the 7,949 homes in Ruther Glen 22546, it is worth more than 73% of them ($410,366 against a typical $346,894), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($167 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,464 ft² against a typical 1,443 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (2.7 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1981 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Caroline County, it is worth more than 73% 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 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 20490 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA was $2,176. The county assessed it at $375,120.

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