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$729,698$194 / 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 78How 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 $700,000 on Aug 11, 2009

239 RIVER BEND RD

FORT DEFIANCE, VA 24437
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,752 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.
36.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1837
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$730K
$571K low$888K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$700,000 · Aug 11, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,932 (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.$1,282,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$422,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$860,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,282,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,282,900

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.64
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 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.Rural Residence
CountyAUGUSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.36.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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 · 198 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.

H
Fort Defiance High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Stewart Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
E
Clymore Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi

District: Augusta County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24437These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
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.1,532
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,018
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,262
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

239 River Bend 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 95% of homes in Augusta County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Augusta County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Augusta County
  • Among the oldest homes in Augusta County

What homes are worth in Fort Defiance 24437

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

This home
$194K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Fort Defiance 24437.

How it measures up in Fort Defiance 24437

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Defiance 24437.

Estimated value$729,698
CheaperTypical $414,162Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area3,752 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,181 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size36.09 ac
SmallerTypical 2.68 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1837
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 239 River Bend Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Defiance 24437Augusta County
Estimated valuepricier than$729,69886% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19443% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than3,752 ft²85% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than36.09 ac95% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than18372% of homesalmost no homes

About 239 River Bend Rd

How much is 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA is $729,698 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $571,102 to $888,294. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA last sell?

239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA last sold on Aug 11, 2009 for $700,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA?

239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,752 square feet of living space and a 36.09-acre lot.

When was 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA built?

239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA was built in 1837, making it 189 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA?

239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA is assigned to Fort Defiance High School (high), rated C+; Stewart Middle School (middle), rated C-; Clymore Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Augusta County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA compare to other homes in Fort Defiance 24437?

Among the 407 homes in Fort Defiance 24437, it is worth more than 86% of them ($729,698 against a typical $414,162), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($194 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 85% of them (3,752 ft² against a typical 2,181 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (36.09 ac against a typical 2.68 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1837 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Augusta County, it is worth more than 95% 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 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 239 River Bend Rd, Fort Defiance, VA was $4,932. The county assessed it at $1,282,900.

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