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$372,463$149 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $310,000 on May 20, 2022

240 SUNSET DR

AMHERST, VA 24521
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,499 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.
0.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$372K
$348K low$397K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$310,000 · May 20, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,355 (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.$240,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$240,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$420,500

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.Bungalow
CountyAMHERST
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.1994
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.63
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

H
Amherst County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Amherst Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Amherst Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Amherst County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24521These 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.121
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 100.68

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.10,438
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,710
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,307
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

240 Sunset Dr 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 82% of homes in Amherst County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Amherst 24521
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Amherst County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Amherst 24521
  • Older than 80% of homes in Amherst 24521

What homes are worth in Amherst 24521

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

This home
$65K$868K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Amherst 24521.

How it measures up in Amherst 24521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amherst 24521.

Estimated value$372,463
CheaperTypical $277,106Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,499 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.63 ac
SmallerTypical 2.66 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 240 Sunset Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmherst 24521Amherst County
Estimated valuepricier than$372,46373% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14925% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,499 ft²90% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.63 ac14% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195620% of homes21% of homes

About 240 Sunset Dr

How much is 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA is $372,463 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $348,072 to $396,854. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA last sell?

240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA last sold on May 20, 2022 for $310,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA?

240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,499 square feet of living space and a 0.63-acre lot.

When was 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA built?

240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA?

240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA is assigned to Amherst County High School (high), rated D+; Amherst Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Amherst Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Amherst County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA compare to other homes in Amherst 24521?

Among the 4,673 homes in Amherst 24521, it is worth more than 73% of them ($372,463 against a typical $277,106), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($149 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,499 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.63 ac against a typical 2.66 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1956 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Amherst County, it is worth more than 82% 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 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 240 Sunset Dr, Amherst, VA was $2,355. The county assessed it at $240,200.

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