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$42,832$28 / 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 66How 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 $38,500 on Mar 14, 2024

474 PORTER RD

RURAL RETREAT, VA 24368
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,550 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.
5.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$43K
$28K low$58K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$38,500 · Mar 14, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$142 (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.$27,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$27,900

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.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Conventional
CountyWYTHE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.30
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 176 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Rural Retreat Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi
H
Rural Retreat High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi
E
Rural Retreat Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.3 mi

District: Wythe County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24368These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.4,091
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,309
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,315
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

474 Porter 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 96% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Older than 95% of homes in Wythe County

What homes are worth in Rural Retreat 24368

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

This home
$36K$540K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368.

How it measures up in Rural Retreat 24368

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rural Retreat 24368.

Estimated value$42,832
CheaperTypical $190,818Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$28
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,550 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,506 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size5.3 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 474 Porter Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRural Retreat 24368Wythe County
Estimated valuepricier than$42,8324% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,550 ft²54% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.3 ac85% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than19006% of homes5% of homes

About 474 Porter Rd

How much is 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA is $42,832 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $28,100 to $57,564. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA last sell?

474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA last sold on Mar 14, 2024 for $38,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,550 square feet of living space and a 5.30-acre lot.

When was 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA built?

474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA is assigned to Rural Retreat Middle School (middle), rated B; Rural Retreat High School (high), rated A; Rural Retreat Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Wythe County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA compare to other homes in Rural Retreat 24368?

Among the 2,054 homes in Rural Retreat 24368, it is worth more than 4% of them ($42,832 against a typical $190,818), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($28 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,550 ft² against a typical 1,506 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (5.3 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1900 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Wythe County, it is worth more than 4% 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 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 474 Porter Rd, Rural Retreat, VA was $142. The county assessed it at $27,900.

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