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$367,775$212 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $229,000 on Jul 15, 2015

247 RUTH DR

MADISON HEIGHTS, VA 24572
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,733 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.
7.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
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.

Valuation

$368K
$333K low$403K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$229,000 · Jul 15, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,004 (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.$228,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$173,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$357,800

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.53
50
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.29 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
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.2014
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.16
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 308 ft²Patio · 28 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
Elon Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Monelison Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.5 mi
H
Amherst County High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.8 mi

District: Amherst County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24572These 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.107
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 100.62

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.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
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.16,575
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,941
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,819
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

247 Ruth 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 90% of homes in Madison Heights 24572
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Madison Heights 24572
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Madison Heights 24572
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Madison Heights 24572
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Madison Heights 24572

What homes are worth in Madison Heights 24572

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

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This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Madison Heights 24572.

How it measures up in Madison Heights 24572

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison Heights 24572.

Estimated value$367,775
CheaperTypical $211,416Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,733 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size7.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.74 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 247 Ruth Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMadison Heights 24572Amherst County
Estimated valuepricier than$367,77590% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21281% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,733 ft²79% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.16 ac94% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than200083% of homes81% of homes

About 247 Ruth Dr

How much is 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA is $367,775 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $332,516 to $403,034. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA last sell?

247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA last sold on Jul 15, 2015 for $229,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA?

247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,733 square feet of living space and a 7.16-acre lot.

When was 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA built?

247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA?

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

How does 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA compare to other homes in Madison Heights 24572?

Among the 6,786 homes in Madison Heights 24572, it is worth more than 90% of them ($367,775 against a typical $211,416), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($212 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,733 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (7.16 ac against a typical 0.74 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2000 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Amherst County, it is worth more than 81% 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 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 247 Ruth Dr, Madison Heights, VA was $2,004. The county assessed it at $228,500.

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