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$352,695$180 / 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 84How 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 $160,000 on Apr 14, 2008

557 RIVER BIRCH LN

HOWARDSVILLE, VA 24562
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,960 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.
8.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$353K
$296K low$410K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Apr 14, 2008
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$352,695
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$282,156

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,247 (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.$401,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$337,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$321,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$401,300

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.56
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.
94
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.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.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.Cottage
CountyNELSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.01
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 876 ft²Porch · 40 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
Nelson Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.7 mi
H
Nelson County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.8 mi
E
Tye River Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 13.7 mi

District: Nelson County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24562These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.639
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,475
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,335
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

557 River Birch Ln 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 88% of homes in Howardsville 24562
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Howardsville 24562
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Nelson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Nelson County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Nelson County

What homes are worth in Howardsville 24562

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

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$53K$726K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Howardsville 24562.

How it measures up in Howardsville 24562

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Howardsville 24562.

Estimated value$352,695
CheaperTypical $122,123Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,523 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size8.01 ac
SmallerTypical 5 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 557 River Birch Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHowardsville 24562Nelson County
Estimated valuepricier than$352,69588% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18025% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,960 ft²71% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.01 ac75% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than200985% of homes90% of homes

About 557 River Birch Ln

How much is 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA is $352,695 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $295,630 to $409,760. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA last sell?

557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA last sold on Apr 14, 2008 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA?

557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,960 square feet of living space and a 8.01-acre lot.

When was 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA built?

557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA?

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

How does 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA compare to other homes in Howardsville 24562?

Among the 385 homes in Howardsville 24562, it is worth more than 88% of them ($352,695 against a typical $122,123), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($180 against a typical $226), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,960 ft² against a typical 1,523 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (8.01 ac against a typical 5 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2009 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Nelson County, it is worth more than 64% 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 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 557 River Birch Ln, Howardsville, VA was $2,247. The county assessed it at $401,300.

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