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$278,125$138 / 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 91How 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 $165,000 on Sep 19, 2018

263 JAMES RIVER TER

BUCHANAN, VA 24066
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,020 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.
1.33 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.
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

$278K
$252K low$304K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Sep 19, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,662 (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.$237,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$192,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$237,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$237,400

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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyBOTETOURT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.33
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Garage, Basement
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 · 162 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
Buchanan Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
James River High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Central Academy Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.1 mi

District: Botetourt County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24066These 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.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,224
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,254
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,391
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.59%

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How this home compares

263 James River Ter 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 67% of homes in Botetourt County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Botetourt County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Buchanan 24066
  • Older than 86% of homes in Botetourt County

What homes are worth in Buchanan 24066

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

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$36K$754K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Buchanan 24066.

How it measures up in Buchanan 24066

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buchanan 24066.

Estimated value$278,125
CheaperTypical $232,334Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area2,020 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size1.33 ac
SmallerTypical 2.18 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 263 James River Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuchanan 24066Botetourt County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,12562% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13829% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than2,020 ft²78% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.33 ac39% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than194830% of homes14% of homes

About 263 James River Ter

How much is 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA is $278,125 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $251,916 to $304,334. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA last sell?

263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA last sold on Sep 19, 2018 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA?

263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,020 square feet of living space and a 1.33-acre lot.

When was 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA built?

263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA?

263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA is assigned to Buchanan Elementary School (elementary), rated B; James River High School (high), rated B+; Central Academy Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Botetourt County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA compare to other homes in Buchanan 24066?

Among the 2,359 homes in Buchanan 24066, it is worth more than 62% of them ($278,125 against a typical $232,334), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($138 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,020 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (1.33 ac against a typical 2.18 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1948 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Botetourt County, it is worth more than 33% 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 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 263 James River Ter, Buchanan, VA was $1,662. The county assessed it at $237,400.

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