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$574,941$153 / 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 98How 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 $573,000 on Aug 5, 2026

261 BLUE RIDGE DR

ORANGE, VA 22960
6
Beds
4
Baths
3,750 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$575K
$561K low$589K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$573,000 · Aug 5, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,263 (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.$300,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$260,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$300,700

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Patio · 200 ft²Porch · 72 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.

H
Orange County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Orange Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Prospect Heights Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Orange County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22960These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.11,978
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.96 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,056
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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%

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How this home compares

261 Blue Ridge 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 87% of homes in Orange 22960
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Orange 22960
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Orange 22960
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Orange 22960
  • Older than 90% of homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Orange 22960

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

This home
$138K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Orange 22960.

How it measures up in Orange 22960

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orange 22960.

Estimated value$574,941
CheaperTypical $339,036Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area3,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,810 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 1.93 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 261 Blue Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrange 22960Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$574,94187% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15326% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than3,750 ft²92% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac12% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than194818% of homes10% of homes

About 261 Blue Ridge Dr

How much is 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA is $574,941 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $560,954 to $588,929. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA last sell?

261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA last sold on Aug 5, 2026 for $573,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA?

261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,750 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA built?

261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA?

261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA is assigned to Orange County High School (high), rated B-; Orange Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Prospect Heights Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Orange County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA compare to other homes in Orange 22960?

Among the 4,405 homes in Orange 22960, it is worth more than 87% of them ($574,941 against a typical $339,036), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($153 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,750 ft² against a typical 1,810 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 1.93 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1948 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 86% 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 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Blue Ridge Dr, Orange, VA was $2,263. The county assessed it at $300,700.

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