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$280,275$146 / 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 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

265 WARD BRANCH RD

RURAL RETREAT, VA 24368
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,920 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.
5.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$280K
$208K low$353K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,130 (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.$221,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$221,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$221,500

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.40
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.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyWYTHE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.89
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (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
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.Deck · 456 ft²Porch · 192 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
Speedwell Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
M
Rural Retreat Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.9 mi
H
Rural Retreat High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Wythe County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24368These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.4,091
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,309
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,315
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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 Ward Branch 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 78% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Wythe County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Wythe County

What homes are worth in Rural Retreat 24368

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

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$33K$510K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368.

How it measures up in Rural Retreat 24368

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rural Retreat 24368.

Estimated value$280,275
CheaperTypical $190,356Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size5.89 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 265 Ward Branch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRural Retreat 24368Wythe County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,27578% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14649% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²76% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.89 ac85% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than199164% of homes68% of homes

About 265 Ward Branch Rd

How much is 265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA is $280,275 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $207,604 to $352,946. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA last sell?

265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,920 square feet of living space and a 5.89-acre lot.

When was 265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA built?

265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA is assigned to Speedwell Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Rural Retreat Middle School (middle), rated B+; Rural Retreat High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Wythe County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA compare to other homes in Rural Retreat 24368?

Among the 2,055 homes in Rural Retreat 24368, it is worth more than 78% of them ($280,275 against a typical $190,356), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($146 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (5.89 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1991 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Wythe County, it is worth more than 73% 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 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 265 Ward Branch Rd, Rural Retreat, VA was $1,130. The county assessed it at $221,500.

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