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$281,798$177 / 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 93How 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 $168,000 on Aug 20, 2019

5949 OLD FORGE RD

ROCKY MOUNT, VA 24151
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,596 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.
1.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$282K
$262K low$302K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$168,000 · Aug 20, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,043 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$242,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$211,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$242,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyFRANKLIN
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1994
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.39
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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 · 96 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Ferrum Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.8 mi
H
Franklin County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi
M
Benjamin Franklin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.4 mi

District: Franklin County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24151These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,763
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,884
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,140
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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

5949 Old Forge 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.

  • Worth less than 68% of homes in Franklin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Rocky Mount 24151

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

This home
$93K$667K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Rocky Mount 24151.

How it measures up in Rocky Mount 24151

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rocky Mount 24151.

Estimated value$281,798
CheaperTypical $266,847Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size1.39 ac
SmallerTypical 1.02 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 5949 Old Forge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRocky Mount 24151Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$281,79855% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17747% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²60% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.39 ac58% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than198058% of homes40% of homes

About 5949 Old Forge Rd

How much is 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA is $281,798 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $261,657 to $301,939. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA last sell?

5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA last sold on Aug 20, 2019 for $168,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA?

5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,596 square feet of living space and a 1.39-acre lot.

When was 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA built?

5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA?

5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA is assigned to Ferrum Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Franklin County High School (high), rated C; Benjamin Franklin Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Franklin County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA compare to other homes in Rocky Mount 24151?

Among the 6,643 homes in Rocky Mount 24151, it is worth more than 55% of them ($281,798 against a typical $266,847), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($177 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (1.39 ac against a typical 1.02 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1980 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 32% 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 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5949 Old Forge Rd, Rocky Mount, VA was $1,043. The county assessed it at $242,500.

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