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$224,432$92 / 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

229 UNION ST

SALEM, VA 24153
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,430 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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

$224K
$209K low$240K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,011 (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.$173,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,400

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
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.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Porch · 352 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.

E
G.W. Carver Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Salem City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24153These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.39,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

229 Union 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 79% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Salem 24153
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Salem city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Salem city County
  • Among the oldest homes in Salem 24153

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

This home
$139K$734K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Salem 24153.

How it measures up in Salem 24153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 24153.

Estimated value$224,432
CheaperTypical $308,498Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,430 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 229 Union St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Salem city County
Estimated valuepricier than$224,43221% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$92almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,430 ft²85% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac51% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than1900almost no homesalmost no homes

About 229 Union St

How much is 229 Union St, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 Union St, Salem, VA is $224,432 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $209,192 to $239,672. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 Union St, Salem, VA last sell?

229 Union St, Salem, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 229 Union St, Salem, VA?

229 Union St, Salem, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,430 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 229 Union St, Salem, VA built?

229 Union St, Salem, VA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 229 Union St, Salem, VA?

229 Union St, Salem, VA is assigned to G.W. Carver Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+; Salem High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 229 Union St, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,407 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 21% of them ($224,432 against a typical $308,498), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($92 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,430 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1900 against a typical 1973). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 229 Union St, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 229 Union St, Salem, VA was $2,011. The county assessed it at $173,400.

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