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$74,596
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 83How 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

4970 RULE RD

BELLVILLE, OH 44813
0
Baths
1.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$75K
$62K low$88K 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.$74,596
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$59,677

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$330 (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.$8,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,330
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$23,560

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.35
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyRICHLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.14
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 · 160 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Clear Fork Valley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Clear Fork Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Bellville Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi

District: Clear Fork Valley Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44813These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.169
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,355
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.118 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,080
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,970
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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

4970 Rule 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 Bellville 44813
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Richland County

What homes are worth in Bellville 44813

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

This home
$87K$702K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Bellville 44813.

How it measures up in Bellville 44813

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellville 44813.

Estimated value$74,596
CheaperTypical $267,763Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.14 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

How 4970 Rule Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellville 44813Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,596almost no homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.14 ac38% of homes76% of homes

About 4970 Rule Rd

How much is 4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH is $74,596 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $61,614 to $87,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH last sell?

4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH?

4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH is assigned to Clear Fork Valley High School (high), rated C+; Clear Fork Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-; Bellville Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Clear Fork Valley Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH compare to other homes in Bellville 44813?

Among the 3,291 homes in Bellville 44813, it is worth more than almost none of them ($74,596 against a typical $267,763) and its lot is bigger than 38% of them (1.14 ac against a typical 2 ac). Measured against all of Richland County, it is worth more than 9% 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 4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4970 Rule Rd, Bellville, OH was $330. The county assessed it at $8,250.

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