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$24,774
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 75How 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 $8,500 on Sep 15, 2005

481 RIVERSIDE RD

CHILHOWIE, VA 24319
0
Baths
0.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$25K
$19K low$31K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,500 · Sep 15, 2005
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$24,774
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$19,819

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$72 (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.$12,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$12,200

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.62 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountySmyth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.75
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.

M
Chilhowie Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Chilhowie High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
E
Chilhowie Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.7 mi

District: Smyth County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24319These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.102

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,503
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.85 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,769
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,911
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

481 Riverside 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Chilhowie 24319
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Chilhowie 24319

What homes are worth in Chilhowie 24319

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

This home
$31K$519K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Chilhowie 24319.

How it measures up in Chilhowie 24319

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chilhowie 24319.

Estimated value$24,774
CheaperTypical $179,031Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

How 481 Riverside Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChilhowie 24319Smyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$24,774almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.75 ac35% of homes42% of homes

About 481 Riverside Rd

How much is 481 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 481 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA is $24,774 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $18,569 to $30,979. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 481 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA last sell?

481 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA last sold on Sep 15, 2005 for $8,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 481 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA?

481 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA is assigned to Chilhowie Middle School (middle), rated A-; Chilhowie High School (high), rated A+; Chilhowie Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Smyth County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 481 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA compare to other homes in Chilhowie 24319?

Among the 2,662 homes in Chilhowie 24319, it is worth more than almost none of them ($24,774 against a typical $179,031) and its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.75 ac against a typical 1.04 ac). Measured against all of Smyth County, it is worth more than almost no 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 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 481 Riverside Rd, Chilhowie, VA was $72. The county assessed it at $12,200.

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