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$191,690
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 79How 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 $154,000 on Nov 16, 2023

265 RIVER RD

ARARAT, VA 24053
0
Baths
2.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$192K
$151K low$232K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$154,000 · Nov 16, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$654 (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.$89,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$89,600

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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
CountyPATRICK
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.1978
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.82
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
Meadows of Dan Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–7 · 8.5 mi
H
Patrick County High SchoolB
High · Grades 8–12 · 13.3 mi

District: Patrick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24053These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.3%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,748
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,826
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,205
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

265 River Rd 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 72% of homes in Ararat 24053

What homes are worth in Ararat 24053

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

This home
$33K$439K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Ararat 24053.

How it measures up in Ararat 24053

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ararat 24053.

Estimated value$191,690
CheaperTypical $147,594Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size2.82 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 265 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArarat 24053Patrick County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,69072% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.82 ac60% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than197259% of homes55% of homes

About 265 River Rd

How much is 265 River Rd, Ararat, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 265 River Rd, Ararat, VA is $191,690 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $151,086 to $232,294. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 265 River Rd, Ararat, VA last sell?

265 River Rd, Ararat, VA last sold on Nov 16, 2023 for $154,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 265 River Rd, Ararat, VA built?

265 River Rd, Ararat, VA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old.

What schools serve 265 River Rd, Ararat, VA?

265 River Rd, Ararat, VA is assigned to Meadows of Dan Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Patrick County High School (high), rated B. All sit in Patrick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 265 River Rd, Ararat, VA compare to other homes in Ararat 24053?

Among the 1,163 homes in Ararat 24053, it is worth more than 72% of them ($191,690 against a typical $147,594), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (2.82 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1972 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Patrick County, it is worth more than 66% 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 265 River Rd, Ararat, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 265 River Rd, Ararat, VA was $654. The county assessed it at $89,600.

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