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$318,428$163 / 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 62How 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

246 S RIVER RD

COVINGTON, VA 24426
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,952 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$318K
$199K low$438K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,496 (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.$305,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$255,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$164,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$305,300

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.54 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.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.Single Family Residence
CountyALLEGHANY
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.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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
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.Deck · 504 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Covington Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
E
Callaghan Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.8 mi
H
Alleghany High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi

District: Alleghany Highlands Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24426These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.12,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,361
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,575
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

246 S River 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 87% of homes in Covington 24426
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Covington 24426
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Covington 24426
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Covington 24426

What homes are worth in Covington 24426

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

This home
$69K$473K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Covington 24426.

How it measures up in Covington 24426

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Covington 24426.

Estimated value$318,428
CheaperTypical $189,768Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$163
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,952 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 246 S River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCovington 24426
Estimated valuepricier than$318,42887% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16369% of homes
Living areabigger than1,952 ft²81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac37% of homes
Year builtnewer than198481% of homes

About 246 S River Rd

How much is 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA is $318,428 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $198,858 to $437,998. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA last sell?

246 S River Rd, Covington, VA last sold on Jul 7, 2010, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA?

246 S River Rd, Covington, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,952 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA built?

246 S River Rd, Covington, VA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA?

246 S River Rd, Covington, VA is assigned to Covington Middle School (middle), rated D; Callaghan Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Alleghany High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Alleghany Highlands Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA compare to other homes in Covington 24426?

Among the 6,379 homes in Covington 24426, it is worth more than 87% of them ($318,428 against a typical $189,768), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($163 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,952 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1984 against a typical 1956). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 246 S River Rd, Covington, VA was $1,496. The county assessed it at $305,300.

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