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$984,291$174 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

42 FRANKLIN PL

CHATHAM, VA 24531
5
Beds
3
Baths
5,673 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.
25.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1836
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$984K
$894K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,168 (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.$994,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$864,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$994,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$994,800

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.39 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Rustic
CountyPITTSYLVANIA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.25.90
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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

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.

E
Chatham Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Chatham High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Chatham Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi

District: Pittsylvania County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24531These 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.114
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 100.43

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.9,597
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.48 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,498
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,787
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

42 Franklin Pl 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Chatham 24531
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Chatham 24531
  • Among the largest homes in Chatham 24531
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Pittsylvania County
  • Among the oldest homes in Chatham 24531

What homes are worth in Chatham 24531

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

This home
$16K$448K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Chatham 24531.

How it measures up in Chatham 24531

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chatham 24531.

Estimated value$984,291
CheaperTypical $117,371Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$174
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area5,673 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size25.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.23 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1836
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 42 Franklin Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChatham 24531Pittsylvania County
Estimated valuepricier than$984,291almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17478% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than5,673 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than25.9 ac93% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than1836almost no homesalmost no homes

About 42 Franklin Pl

How much is 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA is $984,291 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $893,993 to $1,074,589. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA last sell?

42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA?

42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5,673 square feet of living space and a 25.90-acre lot.

When was 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA built?

42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA was built in 1836, making it 190 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA?

42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA is assigned to Chatham Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chatham High School (high), rated B-; Chatham Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Pittsylvania County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA compare to other homes in Chatham 24531?

Among the 6,329 homes in Chatham 24531, it is worth more than almost all of them ($984,291 against a typical $117,371), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($174 against a typical $133), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,673 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (25.9 ac against a typical 1.23 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1836 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Pittsylvania County, it is worth more than almost all 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 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 42 Franklin Pl, Chatham, VA was $6,168. The county assessed it at $994,800.

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