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$278,288$297 / 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 91How 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

3974 NEW LONDON RD

FOREST, VA 24551
2
Beds
1
Baths
936 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.
3.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$278K
$254K low$303K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$680 (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.$165,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$165,900

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBEDFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.20
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
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.Porch · 208 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
New London AcademyA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
M
Forest Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.8 mi
H
Jefferson Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 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

3974 New London 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.

  • Worth less than 84% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Older than 96% 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.

This home
$178K$971K

This home is worth more than 16% 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$278,288
CheaperTypical $414,675Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$297
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,010 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size3.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 3974 New London Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,28816% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29796% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²4% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.2 ac91% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than19624% of homes17% of homes

About 3974 New London Rd

How much is 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA is $278,288 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $253,702 to $302,874. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA last sell?

3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA?

3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 3.20-acre lot.

When was 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA built?

3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA?

3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA is assigned to New London Academy (elementary), rated A; Forest Middle School (middle), rated A; Jefferson Forest High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Bedford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,345 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 16% of them ($278,288 against a typical $414,675), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($297 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 4% of them (936 ft² against a typical 2,010 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (3.2 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1962 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 38% 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 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3974 New London Rd, Forest, VA was $680. The county assessed it at $165,900.

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