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$555,233$405 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $240,000 on Jul 2, 2004

6851 COTTINGHAM LN

CENTREVILLE, VA 20121
3
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,372 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.
2,325 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$555K
$531K low$579K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Jul 2, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,669 (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.$490,410 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$145,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$345,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$464,020
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$490,410

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyFairfax
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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.BalconyDeck · 116 ft²Patio · 140 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Bull Run Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.8 mi
M
Liberty Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Centreville High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Fairfax County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20121These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.29,165
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,182 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,130
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,940
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

6851 Cottingham Ln 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 less than 77% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Centreville 20121

What homes are worth in Centreville 20121

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

This home
$284K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Centreville 20121.

How it measures up in Centreville 20121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Centreville 20121.

Estimated value$555,233
CheaperTypical $578,632Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$405
CheaperTypical $398Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,372 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size2,325 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,004 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 6851 Cottingham Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentreville 20121Fairfax County
Estimated valuepricier than$555,23339% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40555% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,372 ft²48% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,325 ft²60% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than198620% of homes63% of homes

About 6851 Cottingham Ln

How much is 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA is $555,233 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $531,413 to $579,053. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA last sell?

6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA last sold on Jul 2, 2004 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA?

6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,372 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA built?

6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA?

6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA is assigned to Bull Run Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Liberty Middle School (middle), rated B+; Centreville High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Fairfax County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA compare to other homes in Centreville 20121?

Among the 8,274 homes in Centreville 20121, it is worth more than 39% of them ($555,233 against a typical $578,632), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($405 against a typical $398), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,372 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (2,325 ft² against a typical 2,004 ft²) and it is newer than 20% of them (1986 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Fairfax County, it is worth more than 23% 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 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6851 Cottingham Ln, Centreville, VA was $5,669. The county assessed it at $490,410.

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