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$224,950$173 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $49,850 on Sep 26, 2011

40 RIVER RD

BUCHANAN, VA 24066
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,304 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$225K
$197K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$49,850 · Sep 26, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$852 (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.$121,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$107,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$121,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$121,700

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.52 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
CountyBOTETOURT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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
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 · 486 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(4)

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

H
James River High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Buchanan Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.4 mi
M
Central Academy Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.2 mi

District: Botetourt County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24066These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,224
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.$68,254
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,391
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

40 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 less than 77% of homes in Botetourt County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Botetourt County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Botetourt County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Buchanan 24066
  • Older than 97% of homes in Botetourt County

What homes are worth in Buchanan 24066

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

This home
$38K$794K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Buchanan 24066.

How it measures up in Buchanan 24066

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buchanan 24066.

Estimated value$224,950
CheaperTypical $248,315Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 2.19 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 40 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuchanan 24066Botetourt County
Estimated valuepricier than$224,95044% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17344% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,304 ft²35% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac5% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than18804% of homes3% of homes

About 40 River Rd

How much is 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA is $224,950 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $197,376 to $252,524. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA last sell?

40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA last sold on Sep 26, 2011 for $49,850, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA?

40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,304 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA built?

40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA?

40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA is assigned to James River High School (high), rated B+; Buchanan Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Central Academy Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Botetourt County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA compare to other homes in Buchanan 24066?

Among the 2,359 homes in Buchanan 24066, it is worth more than 44% of them ($224,950 against a typical $248,315), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($173 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,304 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 2.19 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1880 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Botetourt County, it is worth more than 23% 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 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 40 River Rd, Buchanan, VA was $852. The county assessed it at $121,700.

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