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$154,991$161 / 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 86How 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

505 ASH AVE

RURAL RETREAT, VA 24368
3
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
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

$155K
$133K low$177K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$499 (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.$97,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$97,800

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Conventional
CountyWYTHE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Rural Retreat Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Rural Retreat High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Rural Retreat Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi

District: Wythe County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24368These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.4,091
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,309
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,315
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

505 Ash 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 less than 65% of homes in Wythe County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368

What homes are worth in Rural Retreat 24368

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

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$36K$524K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Rural Retreat 24368.

How it measures up in Rural Retreat 24368

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rural Retreat 24368.

Estimated value$154,991
CheaperTypical $190,306Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 505 Ash Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRural Retreat 24368Wythe County
Estimated valuepricier than$154,99137% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16160% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²8% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac2% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than197036% of homes43% of homes

About 505 Ash Ave

How much is 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA is $154,991 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $132,704 to $177,278. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA last sell?

505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA?

505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA built?

505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA?

505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA is assigned to Rural Retreat Middle School (middle), rated B+; Rural Retreat High School (high), rated A+; Rural Retreat Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Wythe County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA compare to other homes in Rural Retreat 24368?

Among the 2,055 homes in Rural Retreat 24368, it is worth more than 37% of them ($154,991 against a typical $190,306), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($161 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 8% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1970 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Wythe County, it is worth more than 35% 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 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 505 Ash Ave, Rural Retreat, VA was $499. The county assessed it at $97,800.

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