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$218,123$135 / 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 92How 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 $163,000 on Apr 7, 2006

261 ORKNEY DR

MOUNT JACKSON, VA 22842
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,614 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$218K
$202K low$235K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$163,000 · Apr 7, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,104 (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.$229,975 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,675
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$151,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$229,975

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySHENANDOAH
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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 · 210 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.

M
North Fork Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
E
Ashby-Lee Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
H
Stonewall Jackson High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Shenandoah County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22842These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.5,261
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.66 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,878
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,479
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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 Orkney 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 80% of homes in Shenandoah County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Shenandoah County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Mount Jackson 22842
  • Older than 86% of homes in Shenandoah County

What homes are worth in Mount Jackson 22842

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

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$116K$783K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Mount Jackson 22842.

How it measures up in Mount Jackson 22842

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mount Jackson 22842.

Estimated value$218,123
CheaperTypical $285,000Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,432 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 1.42 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 261 Orkney Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMount Jackson 22842Shenandoah County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,12327% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13512% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,614 ft²61% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac3% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than192620% of homes14% of homes

About 261 Orkney Dr

How much is 261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA is $218,123 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $201,695 to $234,551. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA last sell?

261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA last sold on Apr 7, 2006 for $163,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA?

261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,614 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA built?

261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA?

261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA is assigned to North Fork Middle School (middle), rated B; Ashby-Lee Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Stonewall Jackson High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Shenandoah County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA compare to other homes in Mount Jackson 22842?

Among the 2,617 homes in Mount Jackson 22842, it is worth more than 27% of them ($218,123 against a typical $285,000), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($135 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,614 ft² against a typical 1,432 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 1.42 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1926 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Shenandoah County, it is worth more than 20% 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 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 Orkney Dr, Mount Jackson, VA was $1,104. The county assessed it at $229,975.

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