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$280,114$180 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

503 N JAMES ST

ASHLAND, VA 23005
6
Beds
2
Baths
1,560 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$280K
$260K low$300K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,168 (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.$267,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$192,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$234,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$267,700

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
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.9 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.Duplex Single
CountyHANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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

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 SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 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

503 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 87% of homes in Hanover County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Ashland 23005
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Hanover County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% 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
$137K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 24% 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$280,114
CheaperTypical $396,119Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $237Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,887 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 503 N James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshland 23005Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,11424% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18010% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²37% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac18% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than198950% of homes46% of homes

About 503 N James St

How much is 503 N James St, Ashland, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 503 N James St, Ashland, VA is $280,114 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $260,267 to $299,961. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 503 N James St, Ashland, VA last sell?

503 N James St, Ashland, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 503 N James St, Ashland, VA?

503 N James St, Ashland, VA has 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 503 N James St, Ashland, VA built?

503 N James St, Ashland, VA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 503 N James St, Ashland, VA?

503 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 C+. All sit in Hanover County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 503 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 24% of them ($280,114 against a typical $396,119), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($180 against a typical $237), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,887 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1989 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Hanover County, it is worth more than 13% 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 503 N James St, Ashland, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 503 N James St, Ashland, VA was $2,168. The county assessed it at $267,700.

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