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$224,036$98 / 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 68How 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 $155,000 on Apr 1, 2022

223 SHAW RD

RURAL RETREAT, VA 24368
0
Baths
2,278 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.
1.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1776
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$224K
$152K low$296K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Apr 1, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$104 (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.$17,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$17,700

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.63
87
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
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.
46
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.43 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountySMYTH
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1959
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.22
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
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 · 80 ft²Porch · 408 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Atkins Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.3 mi
H
Marion Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.5 mi
M
Marion Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.9 mi

District: Smyth 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

223 Shaw 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 83% of homes in Smyth County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Smyth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Smyth County
  • Among the oldest homes in Rural Retreat 24368

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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$35K$520K

This home is worth more than 63% 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$224,036
CheaperTypical $191,660Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,278 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size1.22 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1776
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 223 Shaw Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRural Retreat 24368Smyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$224,03663% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9823% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than2,278 ft²87% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.22 ac57% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than1776almost no homesalmost no homes

About 223 Shaw Rd

How much is 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA is $224,036 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $152,007 to $296,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA last sell?

223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA last sold on Apr 1, 2022 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA has 2,278 square feet of living space and a 1.22-acre lot.

When was 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA built?

223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA was built in 1776, making it 250 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA is assigned to Atkins Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Marion Senior High School (high), rated B+; Marion Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Smyth County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA compare to other homes in Rural Retreat 24368?

Among the 2,054 homes in Rural Retreat 24368, it is worth more than 63% of them ($224,036 against a typical $191,660), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($98 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,278 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.22 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1776 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Smyth County, it is worth more than 83% 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 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 223 Shaw Rd, Rural Retreat, VA was $104. The county assessed it at $17,700.

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