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$55,424
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 50How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

7252 JAMES RIVER RD

SHIPMAN, VA 22971
0
Baths
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$55K
$28K low$83K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$55,424
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$44,339

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$101 (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.$18,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$18,000

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.3.00
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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 · 6.0 mi
H
Nelson County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi
E
Tye River Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.7 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

7252 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.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Nelson County

What homes are worth in Shipman 22971

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

This home
$38K$717K

This home is worth more than 10% 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.

Estimated value$55,424
CheaperTypical $156,768Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 3.03 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

How 7252 James River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShipman 22971Nelson County
Estimated valuepricier than$55,42410% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac50% of homes59% of homes

About 7252 James River Rd

How much is 7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA is $55,424 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $27,837 to $83,011. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA last sell?

7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA is assigned to Nelson Middle School (middle), rated B+; Nelson County High School (high), rated C-; Tye River Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Nelson County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA compare to other homes in Shipman 22971?

Among the 1,315 homes in Shipman 22971, it is worth more than 10% of them ($55,424 against a typical $156,768) and its lot is bigger than 50% of them (3 ac against a typical 3.03 ac). Measured against all of Nelson County, it is worth more than 5% 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 7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 7252 James River Rd, Shipman, VA was $101. The county assessed it at $18,000.

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