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$564,282$465 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

253 RIVERSIDE DR

CENTER CROSS, VA 22437
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,213 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.
0.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$564K
$526K low$603K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$564,282
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$451,426

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,540 (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.$461,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$300,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$420,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$461,900

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.197 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.1 percent coastal 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.61
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Boat liftDeck · 144 ft²Patio · 243 ft²Boat access

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

M
James H. Cary Intermediate SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 11.6 mi
E
Tappahannock Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 11.7 mi
H
Essex High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.8 mi

District: Essex County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22437These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.886
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,303
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,772
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

253 Riverside 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 93% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Essex County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Center Cross 22437

What homes are worth in Center Cross 22437

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

This home
$72K$711K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Center Cross 22437.

How it measures up in Center Cross 22437

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Center Cross 22437.

Estimated value$564,282
CheaperTypical $250,514Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$465
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,213 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,489 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.61 ac
SmallerTypical 1.59 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 253 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCenter Cross 22437Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$564,28291% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46598% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,213 ft²29% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.61 ac28% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than199057% of homes56% of homes

About 253 Riverside Dr

How much is 253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA is $564,282 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $526,021 to $602,543. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA last sell?

253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA?

253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,213 square feet of living space and a 0.61-acre lot.

When was 253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA built?

253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA?

253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA is assigned to James H. Cary Intermediate School (middle), rated D+; Tappahannock Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Essex High School (high), rated C. All sit in Essex County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA compare to other homes in Center Cross 22437?

Among the 431 homes in Center Cross 22437, it is worth more than 91% of them ($564,282 against a typical $250,514), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($465 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,213 ft² against a typical 1,489 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.61 ac against a typical 1.59 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1990 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 93% 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 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 253 Riverside Dr, Center Cross, VA was $2,540. The county assessed it at $461,900.

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