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$345,662$217 / 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 89How 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 $339,000 on Apr 18, 2022

278 ROCKS DR

WATER VIEW, VA 23180
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,590 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.
3.3 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.
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.
8
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$346K
$308K low$383K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$339,000 · Apr 18, 2022
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$345,662
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$276,530

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,765 (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.$289,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$289,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$289,400

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.35 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.1992
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.30
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Above-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 360 ft²Patio · 280 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.

H
Middlesex High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.2 mi
E
Middlesex Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 11.3 mi
M
St. Clare Walker Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.4 mi

District: Middlesex County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23180These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.476
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,753
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,625
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

278 Rocks Dr 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 67% of homes in Water View 23180
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Water View 23180
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Water View 23180

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

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$92K$1M

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Water View 23180.

How it measures up in Water View 23180

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Water View 23180.

Estimated value$345,662
CheaperTypical $263,175Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,590 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,535 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size3.3 ac
SmallerTypical 1.34 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 278 Rocks Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWater View 23180Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$345,66267% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21772% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,590 ft²54% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.3 ac74% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than197949% of homes48% of homes

About 278 Rocks Dr

How much is 278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA is $345,662 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $308,373 to $382,951. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA last sell?

278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA last sold on Apr 18, 2022 for $339,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA?

278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,590 square feet of living space and a 3.30-acre lot.

When was 278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA built?

278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA?

278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA is assigned to Middlesex High School (high), rated C+; Middlesex Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; St. Clare Walker Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Middlesex County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA compare to other homes in Water View 23180?

Among the 275 homes in Water View 23180, it is worth more than 67% of them ($345,662 against a typical $263,175), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($217 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,590 ft² against a typical 1,535 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (3.3 ac against a typical 1.34 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1979 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Middlesex 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 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 278 Rocks Dr, Water View, VA was $1,765. The county assessed it at $289,400.

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