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$203,271$193 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $44,500 on Oct 13, 1978

303 FOREST DALE DR

FOREST, VA 24551
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,055 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$203K
$191K low$215K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$44,500 · Oct 13, 1978

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,034 (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.$242,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$188,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$242,100

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyLynchburg City
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
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.

H
Heritage High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
E
Sandusky Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
M
Sandusky Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Lynchburg City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24551These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
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.26,095
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,852
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

303 Forest Dale 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.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Older than 82% of homes in Forest 24551

What homes are worth in Forest 24551

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

This home
$177K$925K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Forest 24551.

How it measures up in Forest 24551

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 24551.

Estimated value$203,271
CheaperTypical $414,101Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,055 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,020 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 303 Forest Dale Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Lynchburg city County
Estimated valuepricier than$203,2715% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19330% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,055 ft²7% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac19% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197818% of homes70% of homes

About 303 Forest Dale Dr

How much is 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA is $203,271 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $191,472 to $215,070. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA last sell?

303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA last sold on Oct 13, 1978 for $44,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA?

303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,055 square feet of living space.

When was 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA built?

303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA?

303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA is assigned to Heritage High School (high), rated D-; Sandusky Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Sandusky Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Lynchburg City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,346 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 5% of them ($203,271 against a typical $414,101), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($193 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 7% of them (1,055 ft² against a typical 2,020 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.65 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1978 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Lynchburg city County, it is worth more than 39% 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 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 303 Forest Dale Dr, Forest, VA was $2,034. The county assessed it at $242,100.

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