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$292,538$190 / 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 89How 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

5408 BUFFALO RIVER RD

EARLYSVILLE, VA 22936
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,540 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$293K
$260K low$325K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,608 (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.$185,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$153,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$179,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,700

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALBEMARLE
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.1973
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
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.Wood
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
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.Porch · 132 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
Broadus Wood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Journey Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.3 mi
H
Albemarle High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi

District: Albemarle County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22936These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,805
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.125 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,865
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$170,032
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.63%

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How this home compares

5408 Buffalo 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.

  • Worth less than 97% of homes in Earlysville 22936
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Earlysville 22936
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Earlysville 22936
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Earlysville 22936
  • Older than 88% of homes in Earlysville 22936

What homes are worth in Earlysville 22936

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

This home
$249K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Earlysville 22936.

How it measures up in Earlysville 22936

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Earlysville 22936.

Estimated value$292,538
CheaperTypical $608,169Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,174 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 2.44 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 5408 Buffalo River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEarlysville 22936Albemarle County
Estimated valuepricier than$292,5383% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1902% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,540 ft²23% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac2% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than196412% of homes13% of homes

About 5408 Buffalo River Rd

How much is 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA is $292,538 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $259,967 to $325,109. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA last sell?

5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA?

5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,540 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA built?

5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA?

5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA is assigned to Broadus Wood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Journey Middle School (middle), rated D; Albemarle High School (high), rated C. All sit in Albemarle County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA compare to other homes in Earlysville 22936?

Among the 2,135 homes in Earlysville 22936, it is worth more than 3% of them ($292,538 against a typical $608,169), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($190 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,540 ft² against a typical 2,174 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 2.44 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1964 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Albemarle County, it is worth more than 12% 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 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5408 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA was $1,608. The county assessed it at $185,700.

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