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$561,234$286 / 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 91How 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 $535,000 on Dec 13, 2024

79 CARDINAL FOREST DR

FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22406
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,964 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.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$561K
$510K low$613K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$535,000 · Dec 13, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,748 (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.$400,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$270,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$400,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$400,100

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.Traditional/Old
CountyStafford
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.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 288 ft²Patio · 288 ft²Porch · 216 ft²

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.

M
T. Benton Gayle Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Rocky Run Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Colonial Forge High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi

District: Stafford County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22406These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
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.31,289
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.412 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,607
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,401
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

79 Cardinal Forest 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Stafford County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Fredericksburg 22406

What homes are worth in Fredericksburg 22406

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

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$320K$1M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Fredericksburg 22406.

How it measures up in Fredericksburg 22406

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fredericksburg 22406.

Estimated value$561,234
CheaperTypical $562,181Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $255Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,964 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,292 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 79 Cardinal Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFredericksburg 22406Stafford County
Estimated valuepricier than$561,23450% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28670% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,964 ft²39% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac41% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than199935% of homes55% of homes

About 79 Cardinal Forest Dr

How much is 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA is $561,234 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $509,924 to $612,545. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA last sell?

79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA last sold on Dec 13, 2024 for $535,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA?

79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,964 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA built?

79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA?

79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA is assigned to T. Benton Gayle Middle School (middle), rated C+; Rocky Run Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Colonial Forge High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Stafford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA compare to other homes in Fredericksburg 22406?

Among the 8,847 homes in Fredericksburg 22406, it is worth more than 50% of them ($561,234 against a typical $562,181), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($286 against a typical $255), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,964 ft² against a typical 2,292 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1999 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Stafford County, it is worth more than 58% 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 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Cardinal Forest Dr, Fredericksburg, VA was $3,748. The county assessed it at $400,100.

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