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$170,016$184 / 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 75How 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 $63,500 on May 21, 1997

305 ROSS ST

SALEM, VA 24153
3
Beds
1
Baths
925 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$170K
$127K low$213K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,500 · May 21, 1997
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$170,016
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$136,013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$891 (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.$151,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$115,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,000

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.55
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
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.114 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.Single Family Residence
CountySalem
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
G.W. Carver Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

305 Ross St 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 92% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Salem city County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Salem 24153

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
$130K$726K

This home is worth more than 8% 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$170,016
CheaperTypical $300,422Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area925 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,530 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 305 Ross St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Salem city County
Estimated valuepricier than$170,0168% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18434% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than925 ft²6% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac46% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than195830% of homes37% of homes

About 305 Ross St

How much is 305 Ross St, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 305 Ross St, Salem, VA is $170,016 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $126,816 to $213,216. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 305 Ross St, Salem, VA last sell?

305 Ross St, Salem, VA last sold on May 21, 1997 for $63,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 305 Ross St, Salem, VA?

305 Ross St, Salem, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 925 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 305 Ross St, Salem, VA built?

305 Ross St, Salem, VA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 305 Ross St, Salem, VA?

305 Ross St, Salem, VA is assigned to Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+; G.W. Carver Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Salem High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 305 Ross St, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,391 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 8% of them ($170,016 against a typical $300,422), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($184 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 6% of them (925 ft² against a typical 1,530 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1958 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 305 Ross St, Salem, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 305 Ross St, Salem, VA was $891. The county assessed it at $151,000.

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