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$871,690$143 / 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

21496 RIVER RD

RAPIDAN, VA 22733
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
6,112 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.
13.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$872K
$827K low$916K 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.$621,690
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$497,352
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.25%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$250,000
FARM CREDIT SERVICE · E · recorded Oct 3, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,055 (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.$522,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$151,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$370,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$522,200

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.13.69
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.PatioPorch · 864 ft²

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.

M
Locust Grove Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
E
Locust Grove Primary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.0 mi
H
Orange County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 19.8 mi

District: Orange County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22733These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.2,620
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.54 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,556
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,101
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.63%

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

21496 River 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 96% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Rapidan 22733
  • Among the largest homes in Orange County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Orange County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Rapidan 22733

What homes are worth in Rapidan 22733

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

This home
$166K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Rapidan 22733.

How it measures up in Rapidan 22733

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rapidan 22733.

Estimated value$871,690
CheaperTypical $419,949Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $244Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area6,112 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,774 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size13.69 ac
SmallerTypical 3.94 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 21496 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRapidan 22733Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$871,69091% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1437% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than6,112 ft²97% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than13.69 ac76% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than199871% of homes58% of homes

About 21496 River Rd

How much is 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA is $871,690 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $826,998 to $916,382. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA last sell?

21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA?

21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 6,112 square feet of living space and a 13.69-acre lot.

When was 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA built?

21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA?

21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA is assigned to Locust Grove Middle School (middle), rated C+; Locust Grove Primary School (elementary), rated C-; Orange County High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Orange County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA compare to other homes in Rapidan 22733?

Among the 536 homes in Rapidan 22733, it is worth more than 91% of them ($871,690 against a typical $419,949), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($143 against a typical $244), it is bigger than 97% of them (6,112 ft² against a typical 1,774 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (13.69 ac against a typical 3.94 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1998 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 96% 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 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21496 River Rd, Rapidan, VA was $7,055. The county assessed it at $522,200.

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