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Religious, Church, Worship (Synagogue, Temple, Parsonage)Other / Unknown

5247 W RIVER RD

SALEM, VA 24153
0
Baths
3,310 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.
1.85 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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,217 (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.$312,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$266,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$306,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$312,300

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.50
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.65 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Religious, Church, Worship (Synagogue, Temple, Parsonage)
CountyROANOKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.85
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
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 · 450 ft²Porch · 198 ft²

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 · 2.4 mi
H
Glenvar High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Glenvar Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 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

5247 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.

  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% 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.

Living area3,310 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,533 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size1.85 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 5247 W River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Roanoke County
Living areabigger than3,310 ft²96% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.85 ac87% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than197046% of homes37% of homes

About 5247 W River Rd

When did 5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA last sell?

5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA has 3,310 square feet of living space and a 1.85-acre lot.

When was 5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA built?

5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

5247 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 5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,407 homes in Salem 24153, it is bigger than 96% of them (3,310 ft² against a typical 1,533 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1.85 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1970 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 5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5247 W River Rd, Salem, VA was $3,217. The county assessed it at $312,300.

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