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$178,248$106 / 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 83How 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 $175,000 on Apr 24, 2026

539 RUTHERFORD AVE NW

ROANOKE, VA 24016
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,685 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$178K
$148K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Apr 24, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,769 (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.$145,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$119,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,000

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
27
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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.4 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
CountyROANOKE CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Patio · 99 ft²Porch · 403 ft²

Transaction History(10)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Lucy Addison Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Lincoln Terrace Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Patrick Henry High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Roanoke City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24016These 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.161
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
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.9,793
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,014 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,914
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,518
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

539 Rutherford Ave Nw 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 89% of homes in Harrison
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Roanoke city County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Harrison
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Roanoke city County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Roanoke city County

What homes are worth in Roanoke 24016

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

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$66K$541K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Roanoke 24016.

How it measures up in Roanoke 24016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roanoke 24016.

Estimated value$178,248
CheaperTypical $155,308Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$106
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,685 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,706 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 539 Rutherford Ave Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHarrisonRoanoke 24016Roanoke city County
Estimated valuepricier than$178,24889% of homes60% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10666% of homes43% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,685 ft²73% of homes49% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac34% of homes27% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than19006% of homes16% of homes3% of homes

About 539 Rutherford Ave Nw

How much is 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA is $178,248 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $147,666 to $208,830. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA last sell?

539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA last sold on Apr 24, 2026 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 8 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA?

539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,685 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA built?

539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA?

539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA is assigned to Lucy Addison Middle School (middle), rated F; Lincoln Terrace Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Patrick Henry High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Roanoke City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA compare to other homes in Roanoke 24016?

Among the 2,507 homes in Roanoke 24016, it is worth more than 60% of them ($178,248 against a typical $155,308), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($106 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,685 ft² against a typical 1,706 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1900 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Roanoke city County, it is worth more than 30% 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 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 539 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA was $1,769. The county assessed it at $145,000.

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