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$655,973$346 / 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 91How 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 $385,000 on Aug 29, 2017

291 RIVERDALE RD

TAPPAHANNOCK, VA 22560
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,897 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.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$656K
$594K low$718K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$385,000 · Aug 29, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,248 (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.$590,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$303,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$287,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$514,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$590,500

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.116 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.75%
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 coastal 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyESSEX
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.0.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 96 ft²Shed · 264 ft²Porch · 420 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.

M
James H. Cary Intermediate SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Tappahannock Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.6 mi
H
Essex High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Essex County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22560These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.6,246
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,904
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,855
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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%

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

291 Riverdale 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 95% of homes in Tappahannock 22560
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Tappahannock 22560
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Tappahannock 22560

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

This home
$61K$849K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Tappahannock 22560.

How it measures up in Tappahannock 22560

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tappahannock 22560.

Estimated value$655,973
CheaperTypical $234,333Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$346
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,897 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 291 Riverdale Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTappahannock 22560Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$655,97395% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34697% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,897 ft²69% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac33% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than195716% of homes15% of homes

About 291 Riverdale Rd

How much is 291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA is $655,973 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $594,198 to $717,748. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA last sell?

291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA last sold on Aug 29, 2017 for $385,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA?

291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,897 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA built?

291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA?

291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA is assigned to James H. Cary Intermediate School (middle), rated D+; Tappahannock Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Essex High School (high), rated C. All sit in Essex County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA compare to other homes in Tappahannock 22560?

Among the 2,924 homes in Tappahannock 22560, it is worth more than 95% of them ($655,973 against a typical $234,333), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($346 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,897 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1957 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 95% 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 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 291 Riverdale Rd, Tappahannock, VA was $3,248. The county assessed it at $590,500.

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