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$119,034$146 / 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 36How 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
Last sold for $8,000 on Oct 27, 2015

256 FOSSIL DR

BLACKWATER, VA 24221
3
Beds
1
Baths
816 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.
1.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$119K
$43K low$195K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,000 · Oct 27, 2015
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.$119,034
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$95,227

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$92 (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.$12,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$12,000

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.43 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
CountySCOTT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 144 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
Duffield-Pattonsville Primary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.4 mi
M
Rye Cove Intermediate SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 11.7 mi
H
Rye Cove High SchoolB
High · Grades 8–12 · 11.8 mi

District: Scott County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24221These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.123
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.110

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.76%
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.22%
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.1,023
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,043
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,248
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

256 Fossil 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 less than 66% of homes in Scott County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Scott County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Scott County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Blackwater 24221

What homes are worth in Blackwater 24221

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

This home
$28K$358K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Blackwater 24221.

How it measures up in Blackwater 24221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Blackwater 24221.

Estimated value$119,034
CheaperTypical $117,032Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $134Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,182 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size1.14 ac
SmallerTypical 8.4 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 256 Fossil Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlackwater 24221Scott County
Estimated valuepricier than$119,03451% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14663% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²13% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.14 ac20% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than197549% of homes59% of homes

About 256 Fossil Dr

How much is 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA is $119,034 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $42,763 to $195,305. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA last sell?

256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA last sold on Oct 27, 2015 for $8,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA?

256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 1.14-acre lot.

When was 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA built?

256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA?

256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA is assigned to Duffield-Pattonsville Primary School (elementary), rated A; Rye Cove Intermediate School (middle), rated B-; Rye Cove High School (high), rated B. All sit in Scott County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA compare to other homes in Blackwater 24221?

Among the 354 homes in Blackwater 24221, it is worth more than 51% of them ($119,034 against a typical $117,032), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($146 against a typical $134), it is bigger than 13% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,182 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (1.14 ac against a typical 8.4 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1975 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Scott County, it is worth more than 34% 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 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Fossil Dr, Blackwater, VA was $92. The county assessed it at $12,000.

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