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$315,713$143 / 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 94How 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 $140,900 on Oct 15, 2014

5234 W RIVER RD

SALEM, VA 24153
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,209 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.
2.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$316K
$297K low$334K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,900 · Oct 15, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,438 (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.$236,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$188,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$225,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$236,700

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.56
72
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.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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.47 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.0.2 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyROANOKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.65
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.Patio · 276 ft²Porch · 1,311 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
Glenvar Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi
H
Glenvar High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Glenvar Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Roanoke County 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

5234 W River Rd 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 94% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Older than 90% of homes in Roanoke County

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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$126K$747K

This home is worth more than 55% 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$315,713
CheaperTypical $300,507Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,209 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,530 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size2.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 5234 W River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Roanoke County
Estimated valuepricier than$315,71355% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14310% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,209 ft²79% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.65 ac91% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than195021% of homes10% of homes

About 5234 W River Rd

How much is 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA is $315,713 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $297,401 to $334,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA last sell?

5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA last sold on Oct 15, 2014 for $140,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,209 square feet of living space and a 2.65-acre lot.

When was 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA built?

5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA is assigned to Glenvar Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Glenvar High School (high), rated A; Glenvar Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Roanoke County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,406 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 55% of them ($315,713 against a typical $300,507), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($143 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,209 ft² against a typical 1,530 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (2.65 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1950 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Roanoke County, it is worth more than 43% 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 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5234 W River Rd, Salem, VA was $2,438. The county assessed it at $236,700.

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