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$207,306$298 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $128,895 on Jan 20, 2009

502 N JAMES ST

ASHLAND, VA 23005
2
Beds
1
Baths
696 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$207K
$188K low$226K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$128,895 · Jan 20, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,485 (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.$183,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$79,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$173,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$183,300

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.62
44
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.10 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.Ranch
CountyHANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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.Porch · 145 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Henry Clay Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.8 mi
M
Liberty Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Patrick Henry High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Hanover County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23005These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.21,018
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.295 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,258
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,217
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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%

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How this home compares

502 N James St 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 95% of homes in Hanover County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Ashland 23005
  • Among the smallest homes in Ashland 23005
  • Older than 96% of homes in Hanover County

What homes are worth in Ashland 23005

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

This home
$132K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Ashland 23005.

How it measures up in Ashland 23005

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 23005.

Estimated value$207,306
CheaperTypical $394,471Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$298
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,889 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 502 N James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 23005Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$207,30611% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29890% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than696 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac42% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than194510% of homes4% of homes

About 502 N James St

How much is 502 N James St, Ashland, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 N James St, Ashland, VA is $207,306 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $188,446 to $226,166. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 N James St, Ashland, VA last sell?

502 N James St, Ashland, VA last sold on Jan 20, 2009 for $128,895, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 502 N James St, Ashland, VA?

502 N James St, Ashland, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 696 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 502 N James St, Ashland, VA built?

502 N James St, Ashland, VA was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 502 N James St, Ashland, VA?

502 N James St, Ashland, VA is assigned to Henry Clay Elementary School (elementary); Liberty Middle School (middle), rated B-; Patrick Henry High School (high), rated D. All sit in Hanover County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 N James St, Ashland, VA compare to other homes in Ashland 23005?

Among the 7,503 homes in Ashland 23005, it is worth more than 11% of them ($207,306 against a typical $394,471), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($298 against a typical $238), it is bigger than almost none of them (696 ft² against a typical 1,889 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1945 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Hanover County, it is worth more than 5% 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 502 N James St, Ashland, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 502 N James St, Ashland, VA was $1,485. The county assessed it at $183,300.

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