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$837,044$231 / 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 95How 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

6237 COTTONTOWN RD

FOREST, VA 24551
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,619 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.
4.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$837K
$796K low$878K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,793 (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.$681,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$159,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$521,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$681,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$681,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBEDFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.49
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 312 ft²Porch · 72 ft²

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

H
Jefferson Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Forest Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
E
Boonsboro Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.7 mi

District: Bedford County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24551These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,095
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,852
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.59%

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How this home compares

6237 Cottontown 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 more than 96% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Bedford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Bedford County

What homes are worth in Forest 24551

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

This home
$178K$948K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Forest 24551.

How it measures up in Forest 24551

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 24551.

Estimated value$837,044
CheaperTypical $415,426Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$231
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area3,619 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,016 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size4.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 6237 Cottontown Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$837,04496% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23171% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than3,619 ft²95% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.49 ac93% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than199661% of homes68% of homes

About 6237 Cottontown Rd

How much is 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA is $837,044 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $795,914 to $878,174. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA last sell?

6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA?

6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,619 square feet of living space and a 4.49-acre lot.

When was 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA built?

6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA?

6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA is assigned to Jefferson Forest High School (high), rated B+; Forest Middle School (middle), rated A; Boonsboro Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Bedford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,345 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 96% of them ($837,044 against a typical $415,426), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($231 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,619 ft² against a typical 2,016 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (4.49 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1996 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 95% 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 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 6237 Cottontown Rd, Forest, VA was $2,793. The county assessed it at $681,100.

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