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$886,267$240 / 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 92How 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

288 LAKE CAROLINE DR

RUTHER GLEN, VA 22546
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,692 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.
0.5 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.
7
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

$886K
$812K low$961K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,557 (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.$785,680 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$155,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$630,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$785,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$785,680

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.62
95
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.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.159 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyCAROLINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Lewis and Clark Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
H
Caroline High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
M
Caroline Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.6 mi

District: Caroline County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22546These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.94%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,362
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.116 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,895
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,029
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

288 Lake Caroline 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Among the largest homes in Ruther Glen 22546
  • Older than 68% of homes in Ruther Glen 22546

What homes are worth in Ruther Glen 22546

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

This home
$132K$658K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Ruther Glen 22546.

How it measures up in Ruther Glen 22546

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruther Glen 22546.

Estimated value$886,267
CheaperTypical $346,894Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area3,692 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,443 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 288 Lake Caroline Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuther Glen 22546Caroline County
Estimated valuepricier than$886,267almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24049% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than3,692 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac52% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than198932% of homes43% of homes

About 288 Lake Caroline Dr

How much is 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA is $886,267 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $811,797 to $960,737. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA last sell?

288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA?

288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,692 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA built?

288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA?

288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA is assigned to Lewis and Clark Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Caroline High School (high), rated D; Caroline Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Caroline County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA compare to other homes in Ruther Glen 22546?

Among the 7,949 homes in Ruther Glen 22546, it is worth more than almost all of them ($886,267 against a typical $346,894), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($240 against a typical $242), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,692 ft² against a typical 1,443 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1989 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Caroline County, it is worth more than almost all 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 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 288 Lake Caroline Dr, Ruther Glen, VA was $4,557. The county assessed it at $785,680.

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