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$96,603$89 / 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 58How 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 $24,000 on Oct 4, 2013

253 RAKES RIDGE RD

BIRCHLEAF, VA 24220
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,080 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.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$97K
$56K low$138K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$24,000 · Oct 4, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$304 (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.$58,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,500

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.66
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
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.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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.Single Family Residence
CountyDickenson
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 240 ft²

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

E
Ridgeview Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 7.0 mi
H
Ridgeview High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
Ridgeview Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.1 mi

District: Dickenson County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24220These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.786
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,058
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,322
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

253 Rakes 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Birchleaf 24220
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Birchleaf 24220
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Dickenson County

What homes are worth in Birchleaf 24220

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

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$40K$339K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Birchleaf 24220.

How it measures up in Birchleaf 24220

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birchleaf 24220.

Estimated value$96,603
CheaperTypical $103,520Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $74Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 253 Rakes Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirchleaf 24220Dickenson County
Estimated valuepricier than$96,60346% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8973% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²22% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than200183% of homes86% of homes

About 253 Rakes Ridge Rd

How much is 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA is $96,603 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $55,622 to $137,584. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA last sell?

253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA last sold on Oct 4, 2013 for $24,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA?

253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,080 square feet of living space.

When was 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA built?

253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old.

What schools serve 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA?

253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA is assigned to Ridgeview Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Ridgeview High School (high), rated C-; Ridgeview Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Dickenson County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA compare to other homes in Birchleaf 24220?

Among the 213 homes in Birchleaf 24220, it is worth more than 46% of them ($96,603 against a typical $103,520), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($89 against a typical $74), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²) and it is newer than 83% of them (2001 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Dickenson County, it is worth more than 50% 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 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Rakes Ridge Rd, Birchleaf, VA was $304. The county assessed it at $58,500.

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