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$27,546$38 / 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 88How 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 $33,000 on May 24, 2006

260 CHESTNUT DR

GALAX, VA 24333
2
Beds
5
Baths
719 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.
0.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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

$28K
$24K low$31K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$33,000 · May 24, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$462 (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.$50,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$35,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$50,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$50,200

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyGALAX CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.75
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Galax Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Galax High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Galax Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Galax City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24333These 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.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.93

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,917
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,318
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,584
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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

260 Chestnut 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Galax city County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Galax 24333
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Galax 24333
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Galax city County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Galax 24333

What homes are worth in Galax 24333

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

This home
$34K$567K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Galax 24333.

How it measures up in Galax 24333

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Galax 24333.

Estimated value$27,546
CheaperTypical $187,156Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$38
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area719 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.75 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 260 Chestnut Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGalax 24333Galax city County
Estimated valuepricier than$27,546almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than719 ft²4% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.75 ac45% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than194015% of homes19% of homes

About 260 Chestnut Dr

How much is 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA is $27,546 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $24,311 to $30,781. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA last sell?

260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA last sold on May 24, 2006 for $33,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA?

260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA has 2 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 719 square feet of living space and a 0.75-acre lot.

When was 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA built?

260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA?

260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA is assigned to Galax Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Galax High School (high), rated B-; Galax Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Galax City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA compare to other homes in Galax 24333?

Among the 7,138 homes in Galax 24333, it is worth more than almost none of them ($27,546 against a typical $187,156), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($38 against a typical $132), it is bigger than 4% of them (719 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.75 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1940 against a typical 1968). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 260 Chestnut Dr, Galax, VA was $462. The county assessed it at $50,200.

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