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$519,168$332 / 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 93How 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 $62,300 on Aug 17, 2020

3997 E RIVER RD

COLUMBIA, VA 23038
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,566 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.
10.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
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

$519K
$483K low$555K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$62,300 · Aug 17, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,412 (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.$319,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$319,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$319,500

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.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.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
CountyFLUVANNA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.35
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Fluvanna Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 7.2 mi
E
Central Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 7.3 mi
H
Fluvanna County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 8–12 · 10.4 mi

District: Fluvanna County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23038These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.2,511
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,717
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,925
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

3997 E River 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 more than 86% of homes in Columbia 23038
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Columbia 23038
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Fluvanna County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Fluvanna County

What homes are worth in Columbia 23038

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

This home
$86K$826K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Columbia 23038.

How it measures up in Columbia 23038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 23038.

Estimated value$519,168
CheaperTypical $288,472Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$332
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,566 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size10.35 ac
SmallerTypical 4.17 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 3997 E River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia 23038Fluvanna County
Estimated valuepricier than$519,16886% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33294% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,566 ft²56% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.35 ac75% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than202397% of homes98% of homes

About 3997 E River Rd

How much is 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA is $519,168 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $483,216 to $555,120. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA last sell?

3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA last sold on Aug 17, 2020 for $62,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA?

3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,566 square feet of living space and a 10.35-acre lot.

When was 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA built?

3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA?

3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA is assigned to Fluvanna Middle School (middle), rated C; Central Elementary School (elementary); Fluvanna County High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Fluvanna County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA compare to other homes in Columbia 23038?

Among the 1,059 homes in Columbia 23038, it is worth more than 86% of them ($519,168 against a typical $288,472), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($332 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,566 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (10.35 ac against a typical 4.17 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2023 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Fluvanna County, it is worth more than 83% 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 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3997 E River Rd, Columbia, VA was $2,412. The county assessed it at $319,500.

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