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$2,185,891$550 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $16,250 on Jul 6, 2016

5556 RIVER RD

FABER, VA 22938
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,972 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.
241.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.2M
$2.1M low$2.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$16,250 · Jul 6, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,366 (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.$2,285,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,510,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$774,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,831,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,285,600

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.64
93
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
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.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Conventional
CountyNELSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.241.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning 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.Deck · 192 ft²Porch · 664 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
Rockfish River Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Nelson Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.6 mi
H
Nelson County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.7 mi

District: Nelson County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22938These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,316
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,886
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,843
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

5556 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Faber 22938
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Nelson County
  • Among the largest homes in Faber 22938
  • Among the largest lots in Afton
  • Older than 94% of homes in Nelson County

What homes are worth in Faber 22938

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

This home
$61K$949K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Faber 22938.

How it measures up in Faber 22938

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Faber 22938.

Estimated value$2,185,891
CheaperTypical $259,198Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$550
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area3,972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size241.14 ac
SmallerTypical 4.17 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 5556 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAftonFaber 22938Nelson County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,185,891almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55094% of homes96% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than3,972 ft²96% of homesalmost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than241.14 acalmost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than19149% of homes7% of homes6% of homes

About 5556 River Rd

How much is 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA is $2,185,891 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $2,065,921 to $2,305,861. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA last sell?

5556 River Rd, Faber, VA last sold on Jul 6, 2016 for $16,250, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA?

5556 River Rd, Faber, VA has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,972 square feet of living space and a 241.14-acre lot.

When was 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA built?

5556 River Rd, Faber, VA was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA?

5556 River Rd, Faber, VA is assigned to Rockfish River Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Nelson Middle School (middle), rated B+; Nelson County High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Nelson County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA compare to other homes in Faber 22938?

Among the 958 homes in Faber 22938, it is worth more than almost all of them ($2,185,891 against a typical $259,198), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($550 against a typical $233), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,972 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (241.14 ac against a typical 4.17 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1914 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Nelson County, it is worth more than almost all 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 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5556 River Rd, Faber, VA was $5,366. The county assessed it at $2,285,600.

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