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$295,192$183 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $218,500 on Feb 8, 2017

26287 US ROUTE 1 HWY

RUTHER GLEN, VA 22546
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,612 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.
2.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$295K
$261K low$329K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$218,500 · Feb 8, 2017
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.$88,192
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$70,554
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.68%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$207,000
THE FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK · 2.87% 2 · recorded Dec 13, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$257,057 (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.$333,840 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$278,240
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$233,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$333,840

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.57
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyCAROLINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.07
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Shed · 96 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
Caroline High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi
M
Caroline Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.7 mi
E
Madison Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 8.7 mi

District: Caroline County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22546These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,362
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.116 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,895
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,029
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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

26287 Us Route 1 Hwy 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Older than 80% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546

What homes are worth in Ruther Glen 22546

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

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$127K$593K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546.

How it measures up in Ruther Glen 22546

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruther Glen 22546.

Estimated value$295,192
CheaperTypical $312,001Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$183
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size2.07 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuther Glen 22546Caroline County
Estimated valuepricier than$295,19242% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18331% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,612 ft²60% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.07 ac80% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than197920% of homes32% of homes

About 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy

How much is 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA is $295,192 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $261,206 to $329,178. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA last sell?

26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA last sold on Feb 8, 2017 for $218,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA?

26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,612 square feet of living space and a 2.07-acre lot.

When was 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA built?

26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA?

26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA is assigned to Caroline High School (high), rated D; Caroline Middle School (middle), rated D+; Madison Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Caroline County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA compare to other homes in Ruther Glen 22546?

Among the 7,949 homes in Ruther Glen 22546, it is worth more than 42% of them ($295,192 against a typical $312,001), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($183 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,612 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (2.07 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1979 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Caroline County, it is worth more than 48% 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 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26287 Us Route 1 Hwy, Ruther Glen, VA was $257,057. The county assessed it at $333,840.

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