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$866,271$300 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

482 WINDY RIDGE WAY

AMHERST, VA 24521
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,892 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.
87.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
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

$866K
$791K low$942K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,834 (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.$586,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$285,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$301,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$586,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$863,200

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.53
53
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.38 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.Bungalow
CountyAMHERST
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.2018
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.87.85
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 552 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Amherst Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi
E
Central Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
H
Amherst County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi

District: Amherst County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24521These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.89%
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.14%
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.10,438
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,710
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,307
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.63%

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How this home compares

482 Windy Ridge Way 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 Amherst County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Amherst County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Amherst County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Amherst County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Amherst 24521

What homes are worth in Amherst 24521

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

This home
$64K$979K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Amherst 24521.

How it measures up in Amherst 24521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amherst 24521.

Estimated value$866,271
CheaperTypical $290,079Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$300
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area2,892 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size87.85 ac
SmallerTypical 2.65 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 482 Windy Ridge Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmherst 24521Amherst County
Estimated valuepricier than$866,27197% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30089% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than2,892 ft²95% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than87.85 ac96% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than200992% of homes92% of homes

About 482 Windy Ridge Way

How much is 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA is $866,271 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $790,790 to $941,752. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA last sell?

482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA?

482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 2,892 square feet of living space and a 87.85-acre lot.

When was 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA built?

482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA?

482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA is assigned to Amherst Middle School (middle), rated B; Central Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Amherst County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Amherst County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA compare to other homes in Amherst 24521?

Among the 4,673 homes in Amherst 24521, it is worth more than 97% of them ($866,271 against a typical $290,079), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($300 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,892 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (87.85 ac against a typical 2.65 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2009 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Amherst 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 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 482 Windy Ridge Way, Amherst, VA was $4,834. The county assessed it at $586,900.

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