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$268,242$169 / 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 93How 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 $186,955 on Jun 21, 2021

2238 MERLE ST

HENRICO, VA 23231
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,584 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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

$268K
$249K low$288K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$186,955 · Jun 21, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,189 (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.$263,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$223,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$235,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$263,700

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.42
22
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Colonial
CountyHENRICO
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.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Montrose Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Rolfe Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Varina High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Henrico County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23231These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,353
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.373 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,453
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,235
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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%

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How this home compares

2238 Merle St 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 less than 80% of homes in Henrico County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Henrico County

What homes are worth in Henrico 23231

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

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$125K$600K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Henrico 23231.

How it measures up in Henrico 23231

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Henrico 23231.

Estimated value$268,242
CheaperTypical $304,511Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 2238 Merle St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHenrico 23231Henrico County
Estimated valuepricier than$268,24236% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16930% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,584 ft²50% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac39% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than198649% of homes52% of homes

About 2238 Merle St

How much is 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA is $268,242 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $248,508 to $287,976. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA last sell?

2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA last sold on Jun 21, 2021 for $186,955, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA?

2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,584 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA built?

2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA?

2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA is assigned to Montrose Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Rolfe Middle School (middle), rated F; Varina High School (high), rated D. All sit in Henrico County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA compare to other homes in Henrico 23231?

Among the 13,591 homes in Henrico 23231, it is worth more than 36% of them ($268,242 against a typical $304,511), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($169 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,584 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1986 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Henrico County, it is worth more than 20% 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 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2238 Merle St, Henrico, VA was $2,189. The county assessed it at $263,700.

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