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$178,907$189 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $89,500 on Jun 26, 2009

4717 W RIVER RD

SALEM, VA 24153
2
Beds
1
Baths
946 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$179K
$148K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$89,500 · Jun 26, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,408 (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.$136,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$103,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$128,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$136,700

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.62
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.133 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.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
CountyROANOKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system 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 · 49 ft²Patio · 49 ft²Porch · 235 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
Glenvar Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Glenvar High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Glenvar Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Roanoke County 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

4717 W 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 95% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Older than 92% of homes in Roanoke County

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

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$132K$728K

This home is worth more than 10% 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$178,907
CheaperTypical $299,950Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area946 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,527 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 4717 W River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Roanoke County
Estimated valuepricier than$178,90710% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18938% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than946 ft²8% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac79% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than194815% of homes8% of homes

About 4717 W River Rd

How much is 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA is $178,907 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $148,475 to $209,339. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA last sell?

4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA last sold on Jun 26, 2009 for $89,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 946 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA built?

4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA is assigned to Glenvar Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Glenvar High School (high), rated A; Glenvar Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Roanoke County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,406 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 10% of them ($178,907 against a typical $299,950), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($189 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 8% of them (946 ft² against a typical 1,527 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1948 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Roanoke County, it is worth more than 5% 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 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4717 W River Rd, Salem, VA was $1,408. The county assessed it at $136,700.

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