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$211,400$135 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $54,000 on Aug 31, 2018

685 EMERSON RD

DRY FORK, VA 24549
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,568 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.
2.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$211K
$184K low$239K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$54,000 · Aug 31, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,089 (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.$175,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$156,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$175,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPITTSYLVANIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.80
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.Composition 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

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(5)

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

E
Twin Springs Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
M
Chatham Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi
H
Chatham High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi

District: Pittsylvania County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24549These 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.79
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 100.42

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.90%
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.15%
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.4,305
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.84 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,501
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,689
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

685 Emerson 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 70% of homes in Pittsylvania County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Dry Fork 24549
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Pittsylvania County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Dry Fork 24549

What homes are worth in Dry Fork 24549

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

This home
$15K$525K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Dry Fork 24549.

How it measures up in Dry Fork 24549

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dry Fork 24549.

Estimated value$211,400
CheaperTypical $146,712Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,423 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size2.8 ac
SmallerTypical 1.35 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 685 Emerson Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDry Fork 24549Pittsylvania County
Estimated valuepricier than$211,40065% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13530% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,568 ft²62% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.8 ac67% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than195621% of homes22% of homes

About 685 Emerson Rd

How much is 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA is $211,400 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $184,077 to $238,723. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA last sell?

685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA last sold on Aug 31, 2018 for $54,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA?

685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,568 square feet of living space and a 2.80-acre lot.

When was 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA built?

685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA?

685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA is assigned to Twin Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chatham Middle School (middle), rated B+; Chatham High School (high), rated B. All sit in Pittsylvania County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA compare to other homes in Dry Fork 24549?

Among the 2,644 homes in Dry Fork 24549, it is worth more than 65% of them ($211,400 against a typical $146,712), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($135 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,568 ft² against a typical 1,423 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (2.8 ac against a typical 1.35 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1956 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Pittsylvania County, it is worth more than 70% 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 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 685 Emerson Rd, Dry Fork, VA was $1,089. The county assessed it at $175,600.

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