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$427,167$293 / 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 70How 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 $458,200 on Mar 6, 2023

20491 PENOLA RD

RUTHER GLEN, VA 22546
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,456 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.
7.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
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.

Valuation

$427K
$297K low$557K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$458,200 · Mar 6, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,431 (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.$419,240 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$329,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$419,240
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$419,240

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.
18
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Foyer
CountyCAROLINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.04
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.Shed · 216 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 1.4 mi
M
Caroline Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Bowling Green Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.3 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

20491 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 78% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Caroline County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Older than 79% 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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$133K$647K

This home is worth more than 78% 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$427,167
CheaperTypical $346,390Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$293
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size7.04 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 20491 Penola Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuther Glen 22546Caroline County
Estimated valuepricier than$427,16778% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29379% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²51% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.04 ac90% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198021% of homes33% of homes

About 20491 Penola Rd

How much is 20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA is $427,167 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $297,318 to $557,016. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA last sell?

20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA last sold on Mar 6, 2023 for $458,200, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA?

20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 7.04-acre lot.

When was 20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA built?

20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA?

20491 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 20491 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 78% of them ($427,167 against a typical $346,390), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($293 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (7.04 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1980 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Caroline County, it is worth more than 77% 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 20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 20491 Penola Rd, Ruther Glen, VA was $2,431. The county assessed it at $419,240.

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