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$583,444$160 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $567,500 on Dec 15, 2025

278 JAMES RIVER RD

SCOTTSVILLE, VA 24590
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,643 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.
5.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$583K
$530K low$637K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$567,500 · Dec 15, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,210 (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.$582,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$98,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$484,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$846,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$582,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALBEMARLE
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Porch · 1,286 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Scottsville Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Walton Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.6 mi
H
Monticello High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.5 mi

District: Albemarle County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24590These 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.122
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 100.88

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.7,175
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.45 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,534
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,457
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.63%

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How this home compares

278 James 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 90% of homes in Scottsville 24590
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Albemarle County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Scottsville 24590
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Albemarle County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Albemarle County

What homes are worth in Scottsville 24590

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

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$90K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Scottsville 24590.

How it measures up in Scottsville 24590

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Scottsville 24590.

Estimated value$583,444
CheaperTypical $306,647Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area3,643 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,485 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size5.23 ac
SmallerTypical 2.92 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 278 James River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeScottsville 24590Albemarle County
Estimated valuepricier than$583,44490% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1608% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than3,643 ft²97% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.23 ac69% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than19147% of homes4% of homes

About 278 James River Rd

How much is 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA is $583,444 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $530,021 to $636,867. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA last sell?

278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA last sold on Dec 15, 2025 for $567,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA?

278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,643 square feet of living space and a 5.23-acre lot.

When was 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA built?

278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA?

278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA is assigned to Scottsville Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Walton Middle School (middle), rated C; Monticello High School (high), rated B. All sit in Albemarle County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA compare to other homes in Scottsville 24590?

Among the 3,423 homes in Scottsville 24590, it is worth more than 90% of them ($583,444 against a typical $306,647), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($160 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,643 ft² against a typical 1,485 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (5.23 ac against a typical 2.92 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1914 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Albemarle County, it is worth more than 56% 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 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA was $5,210. The county assessed it at $582,800.

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