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$1,214,463$181 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,150,000 on Jun 18, 2025

8256 RAPIDAN RD

RAPIDAN, VA 22733
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
6,710 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.
8.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,150,000 · Jun 18, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,110 (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.$741,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$647,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$741,800

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
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.1 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.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
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.33
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.PatioPool housePorch · 497 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

H
Orange County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
E
Orange Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.5 mi
M
Prospect Heights Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi

District: Orange County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22733These 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.80
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 100.56

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.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.2,620
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.54 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,557
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,101
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

8256 Rapidan 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 Orange County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Rapidan 22733
  • Among the largest homes in Orange County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Orange County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Rapidan 22733

What homes are worth in Rapidan 22733

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

This home
$160K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Rapidan 22733.

How it measures up in Rapidan 22733

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rapidan 22733.

Estimated value$1,214,463
CheaperTypical $421,984Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area6,710 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,786 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size8.33 ac
SmallerTypical 3.93 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 8256 Rapidan Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRapidan 22733Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,214,46398% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18123% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than6,710 ft²98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than8.33 ac65% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than201294% of homes85% of homes

About 8256 Rapidan Rd

How much is 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA is $1,214,463 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,117,144 to $1,311,782. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA last sell?

8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA last sold on Jun 18, 2025 for $1,150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA?

8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 6,710 square feet of living space and a 8.33-acre lot.

When was 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA built?

8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA?

8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA is assigned to Orange County High School (high), rated C+; Orange Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Prospect Heights Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Orange County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA compare to other homes in Rapidan 22733?

Among the 536 homes in Rapidan 22733, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,214,463 against a typical $421,984), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($181 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 98% of them (6,710 ft² against a typical 1,786 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (8.33 ac against a typical 3.93 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2012 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than almost all 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 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8256 Rapidan Rd, Rapidan, VA was $6,110. The county assessed it at $741,800.

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