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$256,058$130 / 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 87How 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

617 ELAM FOREST DR

PROSPECT, VA 23960
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,972 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.
5.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$256K
$222K low$290K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$944 (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.$236,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$213,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$154,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$236,000

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.16
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.
63
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
CountyPRINCE EDWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.47
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Prince Edward Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 10.9 mi
M
Prince Edward Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 11.0 mi
H
Prince Edward County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.1 mi

District: Prince Edward County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23960These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,890
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,758
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,782
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

617 Elam Forest 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.

  • Worth more than 73% of homes in Prospect 23960
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Prospect 23960
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Prince Edward County
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Prospect 23960

What homes are worth in Prospect 23960

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

This home
$47K$425K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Prospect 23960.

How it measures up in Prospect 23960

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Prospect 23960.

Estimated value$256,058
CheaperTypical $186,771Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size5.47 ac
SmallerTypical 2.58 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 617 Elam Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeProspect 23960Prince Edward County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,05873% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13049% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,972 ft²78% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.47 ac78% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than200385% of homes84% of homes

About 617 Elam Forest Dr

How much is 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA is $256,058 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $222,028 to $290,088. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA last sell?

617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA?

617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,972 square feet of living space and a 5.47-acre lot.

When was 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA built?

617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old.

What schools serve 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA?

617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA is assigned to Prince Edward Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Prince Edward Middle School (middle), rated D-; Prince Edward County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Prince Edward County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA compare to other homes in Prospect 23960?

Among the 1,023 homes in Prospect 23960, it is worth more than 73% of them ($256,058 against a typical $186,771), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($130 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,972 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (5.47 ac against a typical 2.58 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2003 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Prince Edward County, it is worth more than 63% 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 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 617 Elam Forest Dr, Prospect, VA was $944. The county assessed it at $236,000.

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