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$742,516$225 / 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 94How 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 $50,000 on Oct 21, 2005

23053 SAMS RIDGE RD

LIGNUM, VA 22726
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,294 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.
11.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$743K
$698K low$787K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Oct 21, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,809 (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.$653,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$178,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$474,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$602,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$653,200

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.48
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.8 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
CountyCULPEPER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.11.40
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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.Patio · 630 ft²Porch · 416 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.

H
Eastern View High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.2 mi
E
Pearl Sample Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 10.1 mi
M
Floyd T. Binns Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.5 mi

District: Culpeper County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22726These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.555
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.35 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,494
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,518
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

23053 Sams Ridge 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 92% of homes in Lignum 22726
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Lignum 22726
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Lignum 22726
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Culpeper County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Culpeper County

What homes are worth in Lignum 22726

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

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$240K$1M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Lignum 22726.

How it measures up in Lignum 22726

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lignum 22726.

Estimated value$742,516
CheaperTypical $457,575Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $310Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area3,294 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,490 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size11.4 ac
SmallerTypical 4 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 23053 Sams Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLignum 22726Culpeper County
Estimated valuepricier than$742,51692% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22516% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than3,294 ft²97% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than11.4 ac84% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than200574% of homes76% of homes

About 23053 Sams Ridge Rd

How much is 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA is $742,516 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $697,667 to $787,365. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA last sell?

23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA last sold on Oct 21, 2005 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA?

23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,294 square feet of living space and a 11.40-acre lot.

When was 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA built?

23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA?

23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA is assigned to Eastern View High School (high), rated D; Pearl Sample Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Floyd T. Binns Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Culpeper County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA compare to other homes in Lignum 22726?

Among the 353 homes in Lignum 22726, it is worth more than 92% of them ($742,516 against a typical $457,575), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($225 against a typical $310), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,294 ft² against a typical 1,490 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (11.4 ac against a typical 4 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (2005 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Culpeper 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 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 23053 Sams Ridge Rd, Lignum, VA was $2,809. The county assessed it at $653,200.

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