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$345,437$316 / 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 97How 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 $317,000 on May 7, 2025

686 PHILLIP ST

STAUNTON, VA 24401
1.5
Baths
1,092 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$345K
$334K low$357K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$317,000 · May 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,360 (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.$259,320 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,220
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,770
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,320

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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Split Foyer
CountySTAUNTON CITY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.

E
Bessie Weller Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Shelburne Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Staunton High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Staunton City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24401These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,207
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.296 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

686 Phillip St 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 69% of homes in Staunton city County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Staunton city County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Staunton 24401
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Staunton city County

What homes are worth in Staunton 24401

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

This home
$157K$829K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Staunton 24401.

How it measures up in Staunton 24401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Staunton 24401.

Estimated value$345,437
CheaperTypical $314,228Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$316
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 686 Phillip St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStaunton 24401Staunton city County
Estimated valuepricier than$345,43759% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31697% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²21% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac52% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197042% of homes46% of homes

About 686 Phillip St

How much is 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA is $345,437 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $333,835 to $357,039. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA last sell?

686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA last sold on May 7, 2025 for $317,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA?

686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA built?

686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA?

686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA is assigned to Bessie Weller Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Shelburne Middle School (middle), rated C+; Staunton High School (high), rated B. All sit in Staunton City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA compare to other homes in Staunton 24401?

Among the 14,005 homes in Staunton 24401, it is worth more than 59% of them ($345,437 against a typical $314,228), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($316 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1970 against a typical 1976). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 686 Phillip St, Staunton, VA was $2,360. The county assessed it at $259,320.

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