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Last sold for $226,650 on Jul 20, 2022

6789 JAMES RIVER RD

SHIPMAN, VA 22971
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,566 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.
6.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$226,650 · Jul 20, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,484 (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.$265,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$211,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$152,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$265,000

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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
CountyNELSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (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.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Nelson Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.4 mi
H
Nelson County High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi
E
Tye River Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.0 mi

District: Nelson County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22971These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.1,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,937
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

6789 James River 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Nelson County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Shipman 22971

How it measures up in Shipman 22971

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shipman 22971.

Living area1,566 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size6.03 ac
SmallerTypical 3.03 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 6789 James River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShipman 22971Nelson County
Living areabigger than1,566 ft²63% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.03 ac66% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than202298% of homes98% of homes

About 6789 James River Rd

When did 6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA last sell?

6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA last sold on Jul 20, 2022 for $226,650, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,566 square feet of living space and a 6.03-acre lot.

When was 6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA built?

6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA is assigned to Nelson Middle School (middle), rated B-; Nelson County High School (high), rated B; Tye River Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Nelson County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA compare to other homes in Shipman 22971?

Among the 1,315 homes in Shipman 22971, it is bigger than 63% of them (1,566 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (6.03 ac against a typical 3.03 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2022 against a typical 1982). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 6789 James River Rd, Shipman, VA was $1,484. The county assessed it at $265,000.

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