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$563,940$420 / 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 95How 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

526 DEVILS BACKBONE OVERLOOK

STEPHENSON, VA 22656
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,344 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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

$564K
$538K low$590K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,449 (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.$462,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$131,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$331,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$462,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$462,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.44 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.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
CountyFREDERICK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2012
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 640 ft²Porch · 182 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Jordan Springs Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
James Wood High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.1 mi
M
James Wood Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.5 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22656These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,395
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.521 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,333
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,464
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

526 Devils Backbone Overlook 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 more than 76% of homes in Frederick County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Stephenson 22656
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Stephenson 22656
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Stephenson 22656
  • Older than 82% of homes in Stephenson 22656

What homes are worth in Stephenson 22656

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

This home
$269K$749K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Stephenson 22656.

How it measures up in Stephenson 22656

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stephenson 22656.

Estimated value$563,940
CheaperTypical $501,596Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$420
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 2016Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 526 Devils Backbone Overlook ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStephenson 22656Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$563,94065% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$420almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²11% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac91% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than198818% of homes36% of homes

About 526 Devils Backbone Overlook

How much is 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA is $563,940 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $538,279 to $589,601. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA last sell?

526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA last sold on Sep 24, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA?

526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA built?

526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA?

526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA is assigned to Jordan Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated C; James Wood High School (high), rated C+; James Wood Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA compare to other homes in Stephenson 22656?

Among the 2,290 homes in Stephenson 22656, it is worth more than 65% of them ($563,940 against a typical $501,596), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($420 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (5 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1988 against a typical 2016). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 76% 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 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 526 Devils Backbone Overlook, Stephenson, VA was $2,449. The county assessed it at $462,100.

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