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$308,160$165 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $215,000 on Jan 12, 2021

514 UNION ST

SALEM, VA 24153
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,865 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$308K
$295K low$321K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · Jan 12, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,772 (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.$239,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$189,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$225,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$239,000

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.44
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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.8 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.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
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 42 ft²

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.

E
G.W. Carver Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Salem City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24153These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.39,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

514 Union 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Salem city County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Older than 74% of homes in Salem 24153

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

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$137K$721K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Salem 24153.

How it measures up in Salem 24153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 24153.

Estimated value$308,160
CheaperTypical $307,607Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,865 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,534 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 514 Union St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Salem city County
Estimated valuepricier than$308,16050% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16518% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,865 ft²66% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac30% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than195526% of homes31% of homes

About 514 Union St

How much is 514 Union St, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 514 Union St, Salem, VA is $308,160 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $295,260 to $321,060. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 514 Union St, Salem, VA last sell?

514 Union St, Salem, VA last sold on Jan 12, 2021 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 514 Union St, Salem, VA?

514 Union St, Salem, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,865 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 514 Union St, Salem, VA built?

514 Union St, Salem, VA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 514 Union St, Salem, VA?

514 Union St, Salem, VA is assigned to G.W. Carver Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+; Salem High School (high), rated B. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 514 Union St, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,411 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 50% of them ($308,160 against a typical $307,607), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($165 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,865 ft² against a typical 1,534 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1955 against a typical 1972). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 514 Union St, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 514 Union St, Salem, VA was $2,772. The county assessed it at $239,000.

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