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$334,969$163 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

303 HOWARD DR

SALEM, VA 24153
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,061 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$335K
$308K low$362K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,278 (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.$282,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$231,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$281,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$282,600

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.39
1
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.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.
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
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 140 ft²Porch · 104 ft²

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

H
Salem High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
West Salem Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
M
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Salem City 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

303 Howard 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 more than 66% of homes in Salem city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Salem city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Salem city County

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

This home
$137K$734K

This home is worth more than 58% of 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$334,969
CheaperTypical $307,853Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$163
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,061 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,534 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 303 Howard Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Salem city County
Estimated valuepricier than$334,96958% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16316% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than2,061 ft²74% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac49% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than196641% of homes51% of homes

About 303 Howard Dr

How much is 303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA is $334,969 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $308,343 to $361,595. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA last sell?

303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA?

303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,061 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA built?

303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA?

303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA is assigned to Salem High School (high), rated B; West Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,411 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 58% of them ($334,969 against a typical $307,853), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($163 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,061 ft² against a typical 1,534 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1966 against a typical 1972). 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 Howard Dr, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 303 Howard Dr, Salem, VA was $3,278. The county assessed it at $282,600.

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