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Last sold for $360,000 on Sep 29, 2025

308 WAUGHS FERRY RD

AMHERST, VA 24521
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,193 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.
4.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$360,000 · Sep 29, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,026 (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.$164,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$164,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$361,800

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyAMHERST
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.91
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
Amherst County High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Amherst Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Amherst Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Amherst County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24521These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.10,438
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,710
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,307
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

308 Waughs Ferry Rd 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.

  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Amherst 24521
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Amherst County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Amherst 24521

How it measures up in Amherst 24521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amherst 24521.

Living area1,193 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size4.91 ac
SmallerTypical 2.6 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 308 Waughs Ferry Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmherst 24521Amherst County
Living areabigger than1,193 ft²27% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.91 ac60% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than196831% of homes35% of homes

About 308 Waughs Ferry Rd

When did 308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA last sell?

308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA last sold on Sep 29, 2025 for $360,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA?

308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,193 square feet of living space and a 4.91-acre lot.

When was 308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA built?

308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA?

308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA is assigned to Amherst County High School (high), rated D; Amherst Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Amherst Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Amherst County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA compare to other homes in Amherst 24521?

Among the 4,673 homes in Amherst 24521, it is bigger than 27% of them (1,193 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (4.91 ac against a typical 2.6 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1968 against a typical 1979). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 308 Waughs Ferry Rd, Amherst, VA was $2,026. The county assessed it at $164,500.

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