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5937 BUFFALO RIVER RD

EARLYSVILLE, VA 22936
3
Beds
8.5
Baths
3,488 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.
3.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from 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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,713 (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.$639,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$97,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$541,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$570,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$639,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 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
CountyALBEMARLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.02
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.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.DeckPorch · 227 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.

E
Broadus Wood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.7 mi
M
Journey Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.6 mi
H
Albemarle High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.6 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

5937 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.

  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Albemarle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Albemarle County

How it measures up in Earlysville 22936

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

Living area3,488 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,174 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size3.02 ac
SmallerTypical 2.44 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

How 5937 Buffalo River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEarlysville 22936Albemarle County
Living areabigger than3,488 ft²89% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.02 ac59% of homes77% of homes

About 5937 Buffalo River Rd

When did 5937 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA last sell?

5937 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5937 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA?

5937 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA has 3 bedrooms, 8.5 bathrooms, 3,488 square feet of living space and a 3.02-acre lot.

What schools serve 5937 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA?

5937 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 5937 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA compare to other homes in Earlysville 22936?

Among the 2,135 homes in Earlysville 22936, it is bigger than 89% of them (3,488 ft² against a typical 2,174 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 59% of them (3.02 ac against a typical 2.44 ac). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5937 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5937 Buffalo River Rd, Earlysville, VA was $5,713. The county assessed it at $639,000.

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