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$879,534$249 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $600,000 on Oct 7, 2021

309 S JAMES ST

ASHLAND, VA 23005
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
3,526 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$880K
$792K low$967K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$600,000 · Oct 7, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,760 (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.$711,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$126,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$584,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$688,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$711,100

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.60
35
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.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.6 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.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.Colonial
CountyHANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 196 ft²Shed · 288 ft²Porch · 435 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Henry Clay Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.0 mi
M
Liberty Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi
H
Patrick Henry High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Hanover County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23005These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,018
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.295 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,258
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,217
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

309 S James 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 more than 96% of homes in Hanover County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Hanover County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Hanover County

What homes are worth in Ashland 23005

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

This home
$132K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Ashland 23005.

How it measures up in Ashland 23005

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 23005.

Estimated value$879,534
CheaperTypical $397,263Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $237Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area3,526 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,890 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 309 S James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 23005Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$879,53494% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24960% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than3,526 ft²91% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac45% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than19063% of homes2% of homes

About 309 S James St

How much is 309 S James St, Ashland, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 S James St, Ashland, VA is $879,534 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $791,821 to $967,247. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 S James St, Ashland, VA last sell?

309 S James St, Ashland, VA last sold on Oct 7, 2021 for $600,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 309 S James St, Ashland, VA?

309 S James St, Ashland, VA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,526 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 309 S James St, Ashland, VA built?

309 S James St, Ashland, VA was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 309 S James St, Ashland, VA?

309 S James St, Ashland, VA is assigned to Henry Clay Elementary School (elementary); Liberty Middle School (middle), rated B-; Patrick Henry High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Hanover County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 309 S James St, Ashland, VA compare to other homes in Ashland 23005?

Among the 7,503 homes in Ashland 23005, it is worth more than 94% of them ($879,534 against a typical $397,263), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($249 against a typical $237), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,526 ft² against a typical 1,890 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1906 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Hanover County, it is worth more than 96% 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 309 S James St, Ashland, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 309 S James St, Ashland, VA was $5,760. The county assessed it at $711,100.

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