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$281,764$200 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $170,000 on Dec 14, 2018

596 CATAWBA DR

SALEM, VA 24153
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,412 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
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
$260K low$304K 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 · Dec 14, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,777 (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.$239,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$193,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$239,400

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
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
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.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 · 64 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
East Salem Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Andrew Lewis Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Salem City 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

596 Catawba Dr 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Salem 24153
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Salem city County

What homes are worth in Salem 24153

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

This home
$128K$732K

This home is worth more than 44% 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$281,764
CheaperTypical $300,649Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,412 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 596 Catawba Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 24153Salem city County
Estimated valuepricier than$281,76444% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20047% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,412 ft²43% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac20% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than199578% of homes86% of homes

About 596 Catawba Dr

How much is 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA is $281,764 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $259,743 to $303,785. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA last sell?

596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA last sold on Dec 14, 2018 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA?

596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,412 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA built?

596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA?

596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA is assigned to East Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Andrew Lewis Middle School (middle), rated B+; Salem High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Salem City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA compare to other homes in Salem 24153?

Among the 14,406 homes in Salem 24153, it is worth more than 44% of them ($281,764 against a typical $300,649), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($200 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,412 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1995 against a typical 1972). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 596 Catawba Dr, Salem, VA was $2,777. The county assessed it at $239,400.

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