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$91,599$76 / 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 62How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

538 RICKETTS ST

DANVILLE, VA 24540
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,206 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
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

$92K
$57K low$126K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$244 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$58,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$56,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,800

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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.Cape Cod
CountyDANVILLE CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.DeckPatio · 168 ft²Porch · 91 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
Arnett Hills Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Westwood Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
George Washington High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Danville City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24540These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.31,633
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.417 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,687
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,616
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

538 Ricketts 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.

  • Worth less than 67% of homes in Danville 24540
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Danville 24540
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Danville 24540
  • Older than 82% of homes in Danville 24540

What homes are worth in Danville 24540

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

This home
$25K$493K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Danville 24540.

How it measures up in Danville 24540

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Danville 24540.

Estimated value$91,599
CheaperTypical $134,363Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$76
CheaperTypical $118Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,206 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 538 Ricketts St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDanville 24540
Estimated valuepricier than$91,59933% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7628% of homes
Living areabigger than1,206 ft²46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac12% of homes
Year builtnewer than194218% of homes

About 538 Ricketts St

How much is 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA is $91,599 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $57,025 to $126,173. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA last sell?

538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA?

538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,206 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA built?

538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA?

538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA is assigned to Arnett Hills Elementary School (elementary); Westwood Middle School (middle), rated D+; George Washington High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Danville City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA compare to other homes in Danville 24540?

Among the 14,294 homes in Danville 24540, it is worth more than 33% of them ($91,599 against a typical $134,363), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($76 against a typical $118), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,206 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1942 against a typical 1963). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Ricketts St, Danville, VA was $244. The county assessed it at $58,800.

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