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$77,832$83 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $68,000 on May 26, 2023

481 HIGHLAND ST

GATE CITY, VA 24251
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
936 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.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$78K
$71K low$85K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$68,000 · May 26, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$469 (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.$60,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$44,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$60,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySCOTT
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.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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 32 ft²

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
Shoemaker Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.2 mi
M
Gate City Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Gate City High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Scott County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24251These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.105

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.8,731
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.72 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,289
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,480
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

481 Highland 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.

  • Worth less than 85% of homes in Gate City 24251
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Gate City 24251
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Gate City 24251
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Scott County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Gate City 24251

What homes are worth in Gate City 24251

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

This home
$40K$478K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Gate City 24251.

How it measures up in Gate City 24251

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gate City 24251.

Estimated value$77,832
CheaperTypical $149,930Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$83
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 481 Highland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGate City 24251Scott County
Estimated valuepricier than$77,83215% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8323% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²16% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac6% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than194021% of homes21% of homes

About 481 Highland St

How much is 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA is $77,832 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $70,809 to $84,855. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA last sell?

481 Highland St, Gate City, VA last sold on May 26, 2023 for $68,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA?

481 Highland St, Gate City, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA built?

481 Highland St, Gate City, VA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA?

481 Highland St, Gate City, VA is assigned to Shoemaker Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Gate City Middle School (middle), rated A-; Gate City High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Scott County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA compare to other homes in Gate City 24251?

Among the 3,940 homes in Gate City 24251, it is worth more than 15% of them ($77,832 against a typical $149,930), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($83 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 16% of them (936 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1940 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Scott County, it is worth more than 18% 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 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 481 Highland St, Gate City, VA was $469. The county assessed it at $60,900.

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