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$473,113$312 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $276,000 on Dec 17, 2018

5811 PENN FOREST PL

ROANOKE, VA 24018
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,514 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$473K
$444K low$502K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$276,000 · Dec 17, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,082 (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.$396,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$327,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$381,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$396,300

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.46
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.8 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyROANOKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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 · 140 ft²Patio · 140 ft²Porch · 42 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Cave Spring Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Cave Spring High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Penn Forest Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi

District: Roanoke County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24018These 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.90
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 100.69

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
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.38,465
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.850 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,246
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,525
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

5811 Penn Forest Pl 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 Penn Forest
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Penn Forest
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Penn Forest
  • Among the smallest lots in Penn Forest
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Penn Forest

What homes are worth in Roanoke 24018

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

This home
$167K$962K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Roanoke 24018.

How it measures up in Roanoke 24018

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roanoke 24018.

Estimated value$473,113
CheaperTypical $381,475Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$312
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,514 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 5811 Penn Forest Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePenn ForestRoanoke 24018Roanoke County
Estimated valuepricier than$473,11388% of homes72% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$312almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,514 ft²23% of homes26% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 acalmost no homes3% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than199798% of homes82% of homes78% of homes

About 5811 Penn Forest Pl

How much is 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA is $473,113 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $444,400 to $501,826. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA last sell?

5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA last sold on Dec 17, 2018 for $276,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA?

5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,514 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA built?

5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA?

5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA is assigned to Cave Spring Middle School (middle), rated A+; Cave Spring High School (high), rated A; Penn Forest Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Roanoke County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA compare to other homes in Roanoke 24018?

Among the 14,959 homes in Roanoke 24018, it is worth more than 72% of them ($473,113 against a typical $381,475), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($312 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,514 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1997 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Roanoke County, it is worth more than 82% 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 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5811 Penn Forest Pl, Roanoke, VA was $4,082. The county assessed it at $396,300.

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