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$402,015$147 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $28,000 on Apr 29, 2022

218 RURAL RETREAT LAKE RD

RURAL RETREAT, VA 24368
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,744 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.
7.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$402K
$361K low$443K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$28,000 · Apr 29, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,876 (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.$367,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$310,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$367,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$367,800

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
97
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.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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.137 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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWYTHE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
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.Deck · 112 ft²Shed · 400 ft²Porch · 210 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
Rural Retreat Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Rural Retreat High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Rural Retreat Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi

District: Wythe County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24368These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.4,091
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,309
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,315
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

218 Rural Retreat Lake 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 93% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Wythe County

What homes are worth in Rural Retreat 24368

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

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$36K$523K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368.

How it measures up in Rural Retreat 24368

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rural Retreat 24368.

Estimated value$402,015
CheaperTypical $190,982Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$147
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,744 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size7.15 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRural Retreat 24368Wythe County
Estimated valuepricier than$402,01593% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14750% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than2,744 ft²93% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.15 ac88% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than199671% of homes74% of homes

About 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd

How much is 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA is $402,015 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $361,220 to $442,810. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA last sell?

218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA last sold on Apr 29, 2022 for $28,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,744 square feet of living space and a 7.15-acre lot.

When was 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA built?

218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA is assigned to Rural Retreat Middle School (middle), rated B+; Rural Retreat High School (high), rated A+; Rural Retreat Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Wythe County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA compare to other homes in Rural Retreat 24368?

Among the 2,055 homes in Rural Retreat 24368, it is worth more than 93% of them ($402,015 against a typical $190,982), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($147 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,744 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (7.15 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1996 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Wythe County, it is worth more than 91% 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 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 218 Rural Retreat Lake Rd, Rural Retreat, VA was $1,876. The county assessed it at $367,800.

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