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$242,431$253 / 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 95How 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

4828 SW RIVER RD

SALEM, VA 24153
2
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
1.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$242K
$231K low$254K high
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.$45,930
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$36,744
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.80%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$141,750
ROYAL UNITED MORTGAGE LLC · 5.12% 1 · recorded Aug 9, 2022
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$54,751
AMERISAVE MORTGAGE CORP

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,017 (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.$195,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$153,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$184,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,800

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.60
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.197 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.0.2 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
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.1.15
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning 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.DeckPatio · 104 ft²

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 · 2.7 mi
H
Glenvar High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi
M
Glenvar Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 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%

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

4828 Sw 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 82% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Salem 24153

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

This home
$131K$742K

This home is worth more than 30% 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$242,431
CheaperTypical $300,870Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,532 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size1.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 4828 Sw River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Roanoke County
Estimated valuepricier than$242,43130% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25386% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²9% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.15 ac82% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than197655% of homes48% of homes

About 4828 Sw River Rd

How much is 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA is $242,431 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $231,353 to $253,509. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA last sell?

4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA?

4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 1.15-acre lot.

When was 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA built?

4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA?

4828 Sw 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 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,391 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 30% of them ($242,431 against a typical $300,870), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($253 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 9% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,532 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1.15 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1976 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Roanoke 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 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4828 Sw River Rd, Salem, VA was $2,017. The county assessed it at $195,800.

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