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$636,649$168 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $22,400 on Aug 15, 1994

794 RIDGE TOP RD

COVINGTON, VA 24426
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,800 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.
5.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$637K
$528K low$745K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$22,400 · Aug 15, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,472 (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.$526,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$471,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$526,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$526,100

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.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
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
CountyCovington 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.2016
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.86
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 115 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Covington Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Jeter-Watson Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi
H
Alleghany High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Alleghany Highlands Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24426These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.12,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,361
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,575
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

794 Ridge Top 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Covington 24426
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Covington 24426
  • Among the largest homes in Covington 24426
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Covington city County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Covington city County

What homes are worth in Covington 24426

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

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$70K$472K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Covington 24426.

How it measures up in Covington 24426

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Covington 24426.

Estimated value$636,649
CheaperTypical $189,521Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area3,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size5.86 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 794 Ridge Top Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCovington 24426Covington city County
Estimated valuepricier than$636,649almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16872% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than3,800 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than5.86 ac83% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than199892% of homes97% of homes

About 794 Ridge Top Rd

How much is 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA is $636,649 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $527,921 to $745,377. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA last sell?

794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA last sold on Aug 15, 1994 for $22,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA?

794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,800 square feet of living space and a 5.86-acre lot.

When was 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA built?

794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA?

794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA is assigned to Covington Middle School (middle), rated D; Jeter-Watson Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Alleghany High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Alleghany Highlands Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA compare to other homes in Covington 24426?

Among the 6,379 homes in Covington 24426, it is worth more than almost all of them ($636,649 against a typical $189,521), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($168 against a typical $142), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,800 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (5.86 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (1998 against a typical 1955). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 794 Ridge Top Rd, Covington, VA was $4,472. The county assessed it at $526,100.

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