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$654,869$245 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

4890 MECHUMS RIVER RD

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22901
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,678 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.
0.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$655K
$622K low$687K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,899 (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.$659,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$509,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$647,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$659,800

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.13 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.Traditional/Old
CountyALBEMARLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.56
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.Wood
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 336 ft²Patio · 253 ft²Porch · 252 ft²

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

E
Crozet Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Henley Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Western Albemarle High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Albemarle County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22901These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.37,431
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.703 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,925
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,393
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

4890 Mechums 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 more than 67% of homes in Charlottesville 22901
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Charlottesville 22901
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Charlottesville 22901
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Charlottesville 22901
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Charlottesville 22901

What homes are worth in Charlottesville 22901

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

This home
$170K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Charlottesville 22901.

How it measures up in Charlottesville 22901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charlottesville 22901.

Estimated value$654,869
CheaperTypical $511,688Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$245
CheaperTypical $299Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,678 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 4890 Mechums River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharlottesville 22901Albemarle County
Estimated valuepricier than$654,86967% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24523% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than2,678 ft²82% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac65% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than199475% of homes56% of homes

About 4890 Mechums River Rd

How much is 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA is $654,869 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $622,419 to $687,319. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA last sell?

4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA?

4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,678 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA built?

4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA?

4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA is assigned to Crozet Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Henley Middle School (middle), rated A-; Western Albemarle High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Albemarle County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA compare to other homes in Charlottesville 22901?

Among the 12,129 homes in Charlottesville 22901, it is worth more than 67% of them ($654,869 against a typical $511,688), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($245 against a typical $299), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,678 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1994 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Albemarle County, it is worth more than 63% 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 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4890 Mechums River Rd, Charlottesville, VA was $5,899. The county assessed it at $659,800.

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