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$455,672$109 / 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 71How 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 $399,950 on Mar 31, 2016

2538 RUSSLEN DR

SALEM, VA 24153
5
Beds
4
Baths
4,177 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$456K
$322K low$590K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$399,950 · Mar 31, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,491 (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.$630,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$555,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$612,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$630,200

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyROANOKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 320 ft²Patio · 320 ft²Porch · 197 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Fort Lewis Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
H
Glenvar High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Glenvar Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Roanoke County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24153These 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.93
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 100.71

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.39,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

2538 Russlen 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 Salem 24153
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Salem 24153
  • Among the largest homes in Salem 24153
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Salem 24153

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

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$135K$721K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Salem 24153.

How it measures up in Salem 24153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 24153.

Estimated value$455,672
CheaperTypical $306,929Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$109
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,177 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,533 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 2538 Russlen Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Roanoke County
Estimated valuepricier than$455,67282% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$109almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than4,177 ft²almost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac8% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than201696% of homes96% of homes

About 2538 Russlen Dr

How much is 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA is $455,672 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $321,615 to $589,729. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA last sell?

2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA last sold on Mar 31, 2016 for $399,950, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA?

2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4,177 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA built?

2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA?

2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA is assigned to Fort Lewis Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Glenvar High School (high), rated A; Glenvar Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Roanoke County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,407 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 82% of them ($455,672 against a typical $306,929), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($109 against a typical $206), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,177 ft² against a typical 1,533 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2016 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Roanoke County, it is worth more than 80% 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 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2538 Russlen Dr, Salem, VA was $6,491. The county assessed it at $630,200.

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