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$222,974$179 / 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 85How 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

2783 JAMES RIVER RD

HOWARDSVILLE, VA 24562
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,244 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.
2.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$223K
$189K low$256K high
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.$222,974
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$178,379

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.$197,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$185,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALBEMARLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.99
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 374 ft²Patio · 80 ft²

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 · 7.5 mi
M
Walton Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.9 mi
H
Monticello High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 18.2 mi

District: Albemarle County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24562These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.83%
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.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.639
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,475
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,335
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

2783 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 less than 94% of homes in Albemarle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Albemarle County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Albemarle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Albemarle County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Albemarle County

What homes are worth in Howardsville 24562

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

This home
$53K$726K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Howardsville 24562.

How it measures up in Howardsville 24562

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Howardsville 24562.

Estimated value$222,974
CheaperTypical $122,123Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,244 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,523 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size2.99 ac
SmallerTypical 5 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 2783 James River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHowardsville 24562Albemarle County
Estimated valuepricier than$222,97475% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17924% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,244 ft²38% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.99 ac27% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than195612% of homes9% of homes

About 2783 James River Rd

How much is 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA is $222,974 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $189,451 to $256,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA last sell?

2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA?

2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,244 square feet of living space and a 2.99-acre lot.

When was 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA built?

2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA?

2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, 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 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA compare to other homes in Howardsville 24562?

Among the 385 homes in Howardsville 24562, it is worth more than 75% of them ($222,974 against a typical $122,123), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($179 against a typical $226), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,244 ft² against a typical 1,523 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (2.99 ac against a typical 5 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1956 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Albemarle County, it is worth more than 6% 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 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2783 James River Rd, Howardsville, VA was $1,765. The county assessed it at $197,400.

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