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$241,135$149 / 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
Last sold for $220,000 on Mar 27, 2025

5 RICHARDSON AVE

MELFA, VA 23410
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,620 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.
1.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$241K
$230K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Mar 27, 2025
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.$241,135
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$192,908

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,116 (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.$229,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$229,600

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.55
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.79 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.92%
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
CountyACCOMACK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.11
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

H
Nandua High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi
M
Nandua Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi
E
Pungoteague Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.5 mi

District: Accomack County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23410These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
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.2,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,449
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,557
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

5 Richardson Ave 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 70% of homes in Accomack County
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Melfa 23410
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Accomack County

What homes are worth in Melfa 23410

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

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$114K$682K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Melfa 23410.

How it measures up in Melfa 23410

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melfa 23410.

Estimated value$241,135
CheaperTypical $227,614Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size1.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.74 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 5 Richardson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelfa 23410Accomack County
Estimated valuepricier than$241,13553% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14933% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²54% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.11 ac66% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than197539% of homes48% of homes

About 5 Richardson Ave

How much is 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA is $241,135 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $229,770 to $252,500. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA last sell?

5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA last sold on Mar 27, 2025 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA?

5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 1.11-acre lot.

When was 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA built?

5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA?

5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA is assigned to Nandua High School (high), rated C-; Nandua Middle School (middle), rated B-; Pungoteague Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Accomack County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA compare to other homes in Melfa 23410?

Among the 1,102 homes in Melfa 23410, it is worth more than 53% of them ($241,135 against a typical $227,614), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($149 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (1.11 ac against a typical 0.74 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1975 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Accomack County, it is worth more than 70% 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 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5 Richardson Ave, Melfa, VA was $1,116. The county assessed it at $229,600.

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