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Last sold for $75,000 on Apr 9, 2021

542 RUTHERFORD AVE NW

ROANOKE, VA 24016
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,156 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.
3,994 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Apr 9, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,469 (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.$108,600 (2025)
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.$94,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$108,600

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.36
1
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.
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.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 216 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.

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

542 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.

  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Roanoke 24016
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Roanoke city County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Roanoke city County

How it measures up in Roanoke 24016

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

Living area1,156 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,708 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,994 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 542 Rutherford Ave Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHarrisonRoanoke 24016Roanoke city County
Living areabigger than1,156 ft²30% of homes22% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,994 ft²19% of homes16% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than192573% of homes71% of homes24% of homes

About 542 Rutherford Ave Nw

When did 542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA last sell?

542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA last sold on Apr 9, 2021 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA?

542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,156 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA built?

542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA?

542 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 542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA compare to other homes in Roanoke 24016?

Among the 2,507 homes in Roanoke 24016, it is bigger than 22% of them (1,156 ft² against a typical 1,708 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,994 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1925 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Rutherford Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA was $1,469. The county assessed it at $108,600.

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