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$147,470$213 / 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 82How 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 $65,000 on Jul 9, 2010

228 N RAILROAD AVE

DAMASCUS, VA 24236
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
692 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$147K
$121K low$174K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Jul 9, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$387 (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.$90,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$90,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$90,100

Climate Risk

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.34%
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.0.2 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
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Damascus Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Holston High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Rhea Valley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.8 mi

District: Washington County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24236These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,459
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,963
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,417
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

228 N Railroad Ave 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 78% of homes in Washington County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Damascus 24236
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Washington County
  • Among the smallest lots in Damascus 24236
  • Older than 94% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Damascus 24236

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

This home
$41K$681K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Damascus 24236.

How it measures up in Damascus 24236

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Damascus 24236.

Estimated value$147,470
CheaperTypical $195,251Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$213
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area692 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,300 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 1.06 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 228 N Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDamascus 24236Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$147,47033% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21378% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than692 ft²6% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than192012% of homes6% of homes

About 228 N Railroad Ave

How much is 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA is $147,470 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $120,620 to $174,320. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA last sell?

228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA last sold on Jul 9, 2010 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA?

228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA has 1 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 692 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA built?

228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA?

228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA is assigned to Damascus Middle School (middle), rated B-; Holston High School (high), rated A-; Rhea Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Washington County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA compare to other homes in Damascus 24236?

Among the 1,453 homes in Damascus 24236, it is worth more than 33% of them ($147,470 against a typical $195,251), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($213 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 6% of them (692 ft² against a typical 1,300 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 1.06 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1920 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 22% 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 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 228 N Railroad Ave, Damascus, VA was $387. The county assessed it at $90,100.

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