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$88,387$111 / 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 51How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $15,000 on May 5, 2010

2956 CATAWBA VALLEY DR

SALEM, VA 24153
2
Beds
1
Baths
795 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$88K
$45K low$132K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,000 · May 5, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$901 (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.$87,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$56,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$87,500

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.61
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
25
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.184 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.0.2 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.Rural Residence
CountyROANOKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Porch · 156 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Mason's Cove Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Glenvar Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.3 mi
H
Glenvar High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi

District: Roanoke County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24153These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.60%

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How this home compares

2956 Catawba Valley 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 least valuable homes in Salem 24153
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Roanoke County
  • Among the smallest homes in Roanoke County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Older than 90% of homes in Roanoke County

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

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$137K$734K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Salem 24153.

How it measures up in Salem 24153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 24153.

Estimated value$88,387
CheaperTypical $307,853Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area795 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,534 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 2956 Catawba Valley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Roanoke County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,387almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1112% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than795 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac79% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than195021% of homes10% of homes

About 2956 Catawba Valley Dr

How much is 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA is $88,387 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $45,236 to $131,538. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA last sell?

2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA last sold on May 5, 2010 for $15,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA?

2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 795 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA built?

2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA?

2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA is assigned to Mason's Cove Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Glenvar Middle School (middle), rated A-; Glenvar High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Roanoke County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,411 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than almost none of them ($88,387 against a typical $307,853), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($111 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 2% of them (795 ft² against a typical 1,534 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1950 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Roanoke County, it is worth more than almost no 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 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2956 Catawba Valley Dr, Salem, VA was $901. The county assessed it at $87,500.

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