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$215,672$180 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $165,000 on Sep 27, 2022

278 PINEY GROVE RD

RICE, VA 23966
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,200 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.
2.21 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$216K
$189K low$242K 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 27, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$628 (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.$157,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$129,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,100

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.16
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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
CountyPRINCE EDWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Prince Edward County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.7 mi
M
Prince Edward Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 8.8 mi
E
Prince Edward Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 8.9 mi

District: Prince Edward County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23966These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.91%
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.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,707
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.46 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,320
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,338
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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 Piney Grove 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Prince Edward County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Rice 23966

What homes are worth in Rice 23966

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

This home
$50K$589K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Rice 23966.

How it measures up in Rice 23966

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rice 23966.

Estimated value$215,672
CheaperTypical $241,356Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,532 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size2.21 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 278 Piney Grove Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRice 23966Prince Edward County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,67244% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18063% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²27% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.21 ac42% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than197941% of homes52% of homes

About 278 Piney Grove Rd

How much is 278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA is $215,672 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $189,034 to $242,310. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA last sell?

278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA last sold on Sep 27, 2022 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA?

278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 2.21-acre lot.

When was 278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA built?

278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old.

What schools serve 278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA?

278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA is assigned to Prince Edward County High School (high), rated D+; Prince Edward Middle School (middle), rated D-; Prince Edward Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Prince Edward County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA compare to other homes in Rice 23966?

Among the 721 homes in Rice 23966, it is worth more than 44% of them ($215,672 against a typical $241,356), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($180 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,532 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (2.21 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1979 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Prince Edward County, it is worth more than 49% 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 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Piney Grove Rd, Rice, VA was $628. The county assessed it at $157,100.

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