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$234,258$150 / 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
Last sold for $140,000 on Jan 29, 2009

5243 ROCKFISH VALLEY HWY

FABER, VA 22938
2
Beds
1
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.
2.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$234K
$219K low$250K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Jan 29, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,354 (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.$241,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$182,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$176,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,800

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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
CountyNELSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Rockfish River Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
M
Nelson Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.9 mi
H
Nelson County High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.0 mi

District: Nelson County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22938These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.1,316
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,886
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,843
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy 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 Faber 22938
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Faber 22938
  • Older than 67% of homes in Nelson County

What homes are worth in Faber 22938

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

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$60K$911K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Faber 22938.

How it measures up in Faber 22938

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Faber 22938.

Estimated value$234,258
CheaperTypical $248,092Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size2.11 ac
SmallerTypical 4.18 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFaber 22938Nelson County
Estimated valuepricier than$234,25849% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15018% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²58% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.11 ac25% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than197734% of homes33% of homes

About 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy

How much is 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA is $234,258 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $218,684 to $249,832. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA last sell?

5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA last sold on Jan 29, 2009 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA?

5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 2.12-acre lot.

When was 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA built?

5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA?

5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA is assigned to Rockfish River Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Nelson Middle School (middle), rated B-; Nelson County High School (high), rated B. All sit in Nelson County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA compare to other homes in Faber 22938?

Among the 957 homes in Faber 22938, it is worth more than 49% of them ($234,258 against a typical $248,092), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($150 against a typical $226), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (2.11 ac against a typical 4.18 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1977 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Nelson County, it is worth more than 48% 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 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5243 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA was $1,354. The county assessed it at $241,800.

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