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$776,130$427 / 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 97How 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 $775,000 on Sep 18, 2026

305 LAKE RIDGE DR

FOREST, VA 24551
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,818 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.
1.08 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$776K
$755K low$798K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$775,000 · Sep 18, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,315 (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.$564,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$140,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$424,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$564,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$564,700

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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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 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
CountyBEDFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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 · 373 ft²Porch · 96 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Forest Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Jefferson Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Forest Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Bedford County 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

305 Lake Ridge 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 95% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Forest 24551
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Bedford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Older than 77% 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.

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$171K$938K

This home is worth more than 95% 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$776,130
CheaperTypical $415,830Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$427
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,818 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,023 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size1.08 ac
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 305 Lake Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$776,13095% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$427almost all homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,818 ft²42% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.08 ac71% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than198023% of homes37% of homes

About 305 Lake Ridge Dr

How much is 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA is $776,130 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $754,506 to $797,754. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA last sell?

305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA last sold on Sep 18, 2026 for $775,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA?

305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,818 square feet of living space and a 1.08-acre lot.

When was 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA built?

305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA?

305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA is assigned to Forest Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Jefferson Forest High School (high), rated B+; Forest Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Bedford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,345 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 95% of them ($776,130 against a typical $415,830), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($427 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,818 ft² against a typical 2,023 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (1.08 ac against a typical 0.65 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1980 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 93% 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 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 305 Lake Ridge Dr, Forest, VA was $2,315. The county assessed it at $564,700.

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