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$654,754$173 / 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 94How 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

286 ROSS FORD RD

BUCHANAN, VA 24066
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,786 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.
4.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$655K
$613K low$696K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,856 (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.$550,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$492,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$550,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$550,900

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.30 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
CountyBOTETOURT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.60
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Indoor 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 · 20 ft²Patio · 20 ft²Porch · 1,141 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Central Academy Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
E
Breckinridge Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.4 mi
H
James River High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Botetourt County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24066These 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.132
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 100.57

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,224
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,254
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,391
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.59%

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How this home compares

286 Ross Ford 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 96% of homes in Buchanan 24066
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Botetourt County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Buchanan 24066
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Botetourt County

What homes are worth in Buchanan 24066

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

This home
$36K$768K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Buchanan 24066.

How it measures up in Buchanan 24066

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buchanan 24066.

Estimated value$654,754
CheaperTypical $249,844Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area3,786 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size4.6 ac
SmallerTypical 2.13 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 286 Ross Ford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuchanan 24066Botetourt County
Estimated valuepricier than$654,75496% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17343% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than3,786 ft²98% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.6 ac66% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than198964% of homes56% of homes

About 286 Ross Ford Rd

How much is 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA is $654,754 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $613,143 to $696,365. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA last sell?

286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA?

286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,786 square feet of living space and a 4.60-acre lot.

When was 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA built?

286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA?

286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA is assigned to Central Academy Middle School (middle), rated A+; Breckinridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; James River High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Botetourt County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA compare to other homes in Buchanan 24066?

Among the 2,359 homes in Buchanan 24066, it is worth more than 96% of them ($654,754 against a typical $249,844), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($173 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,786 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (4.6 ac against a typical 2.13 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1989 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Botetourt County, it is worth more than 90% 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 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 286 Ross Ford Rd, Buchanan, VA was $3,856. The county assessed it at $550,900.

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