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$369,688$285 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $170,000 on Jul 22, 2005

5948 VIEWPOINT AVE

SALEM, VA 24153
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,296 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.
4.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$370K
$346K low$393K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$170,000 · Jul 22, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,705 (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.$262,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$206,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$250,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,600

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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
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.4.54
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.Porch · 288 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Glenvar High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Glenvar Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
E
Glenvar Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi

District: Roanoke County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24153These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.39,284
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,134
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,444
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

5948 Viewpoint Ave 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 66% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Roanoke County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Older than 84% of homes in Roanoke County

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

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$137K$724K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Salem 24153.

How it measures up in Salem 24153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 24153.

Estimated value$369,688
CheaperTypical $306,813Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$285
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size4.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 5948 Viewpoint Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Roanoke County
Estimated valuepricier than$369,68866% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28593% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²37% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.54 ac94% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than195830% of homes16% of homes

About 5948 Viewpoint Ave

How much is 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA is $369,688 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $346,447 to $392,929. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA last sell?

5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA last sold on Jul 22, 2005 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA?

5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 4.54-acre lot.

When was 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA built?

5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA?

5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA is assigned to Glenvar High School (high), rated B+; Glenvar Middle School (middle), rated A-; Glenvar Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Roanoke County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,411 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 66% of them ($369,688 against a typical $306,813), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($285 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (4.54 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1958 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Roanoke County, it is worth more than 61% 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 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5948 Viewpoint Ave, Salem, VA was $2,705. The county assessed it at $262,600.

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