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$538,345$345 / 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 96How 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

291 CHELMSFORD CT

STERLING, VA 20165
3
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,562 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.
2,614 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$538K
$516K low$561K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,096 (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.$508,870 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$148,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$360,370
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$484,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$508,870

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.54
76
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
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.27 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyLoudoun
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
River Bend Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Potomac Falls High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Algonkian Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi

District: Loudoun County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20165These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.2%
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.34,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,477 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$168,530
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$209,771
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

291 Chelmsford Ct 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 85% of homes in Loudoun County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Loudoun County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Loudoun County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Loudoun County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Loudoun County

What homes are worth in Sterling 20165

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

This home
$373K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Sterling 20165.

How it measures up in Sterling 20165

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 20165.

Estimated value$538,345
CheaperTypical $745,068Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$345
CheaperTypical $301Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,562 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 291 Chelmsford Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 20165Loudoun County
Estimated valuepricier than$538,34516% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34577% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,562 ft²15% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²38% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than198727% of homes18% of homes

About 291 Chelmsford Ct

How much is 291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA is $538,345 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $516,170 to $560,520. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA?

291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,562 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA built?

291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA?

291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA is assigned to River Bend Middle School (middle), rated B; Potomac Falls High School (high), rated B; Algonkian Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Loudoun County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA compare to other homes in Sterling 20165?

Among the 10,658 homes in Sterling 20165, it is worth more than 16% of them ($538,345 against a typical $745,068), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($345 against a typical $301), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,562 ft² against a typical 2,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1987 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Loudoun County, it is worth more than 15% 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 291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 291 Chelmsford Ct, Sterling, VA was $4,096. The county assessed it at $508,870.

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