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$528,098$212 / 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 93How 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 $8,000 on Aug 1, 2000

7494 ACADEMY DR

MECHANICSVILLE, VA 23116
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,492 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.
5.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$528K
$491K low$565K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,000 · Aug 1, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,167 (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.$514,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$391,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$512,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$514,500

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.48
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.22 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.Cape Cod
CountyHANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.90
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Deck · 798 ft²Shed · 160 ft²Patio · 798 ft²Porch · 162 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
Washington - Henry Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Atlee High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Chickahominy Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Hanover County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23116These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,305
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.513 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,802
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,028
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

7494 Academy Dr 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 68% of homes in Hanover County
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Hanover County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Hanover County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Mechanicsville 23116
  • Older than 65% of homes in Mechanicsville 23116

What homes are worth in Mechanicsville 23116

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

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$235K$919K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Mechanicsville 23116.

How it measures up in Mechanicsville 23116

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mechanicsville 23116.

Estimated value$528,098
CheaperTypical $500,903Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area2,492 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,295 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size5.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 7494 Academy Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMechanicsville 23116Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$528,09856% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21235% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,492 ft²60% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.9 ac94% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than198935% of homes46% of homes

About 7494 Academy Dr

How much is 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA is $528,098 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $490,697 to $565,499. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA last sell?

7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA last sold on Aug 1, 2000 for $8,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA?

7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,492 square feet of living space and a 5.90-acre lot.

When was 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA built?

7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA?

7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA is assigned to Washington - Henry Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Atlee High School (high), rated A; Chickahominy Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Hanover County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA compare to other homes in Mechanicsville 23116?

Among the 13,523 homes in Mechanicsville 23116, it is worth more than 56% of them ($528,098 against a typical $500,903), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($212 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,492 ft² against a typical 2,295 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (5.9 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1989 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Hanover County, it is worth more than 68% 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 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 7494 Academy Dr, Mechanicsville, VA was $4,167. The county assessed it at $514,500.

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