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$281,458$261 / 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 96How 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 $284,000 on Jun 18, 2025

402 CHESTNUT ST

SALEM, VA 24153
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,080 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
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

$281K
$271K low$292K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$284,000 · Jun 18, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,849 (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.$245,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$215,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$245,600

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Deck · 144 ft²Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 96 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.

M
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
West Salem Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Salem City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24153These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.39,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

402 Chestnut 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Salem city County

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

This home
$134K$735K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Salem 24153.

How it measures up in Salem 24153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 24153.

Estimated value$281,458
CheaperTypical $307,880Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,521 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 402 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Salem city County
Estimated valuepricier than$281,45841% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26186% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²20% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac10% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than200386% of homes92% of homes

About 402 Chestnut St

How much is 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA is $281,458 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $271,054 to $291,862. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA last sell?

402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA last sold on Jun 18, 2025 for $284,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA?

402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA built?

402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA?

402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA is assigned to Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+; West Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Salem High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,407 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 41% of them ($281,458 against a typical $307,880), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($261 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,521 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2003 against a typical 1972). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 402 Chestnut St, Salem, VA was $2,849. The county assessed it at $245,600.

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