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$356,499
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 66How 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
Last sold for $230,000 on Sep 22, 2017

838 POWELL RIVER RD

DRYDEN, VA 24243
3
Beds
2
Baths
11.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
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.

Valuation

$356K
$236K low$477K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$230,000 · Sep 22, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,507 (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.$218,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$170,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$218,400

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.51
19
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
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.
96
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyLee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.11.80
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Dryden Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.3 mi
M
Pennington Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 5.5 mi
H
Lee High SchoolD+
High · Grades 8–12 · 10.1 mi

District: Lee County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24243These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.104

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.1,505
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,759
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,913
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

838 Powell 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 more than 98% of homes in Lee County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Dryden 24243
  • Older than 84% of homes in Dryden 24243

What homes are worth in Dryden 24243

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

This home
$25K$421K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Dryden 24243.

How it measures up in Dryden 24243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dryden 24243.

Estimated value$356,499
CheaperTypical $111,570Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size11.8 ac
SmallerTypical 1.28 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 838 Powell River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDryden 24243Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$356,49997% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than11.8 ac94% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than196616% of homes32% of homes

About 838 Powell River Rd

How much is 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA is $356,499 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $236,445 to $476,553. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA last sell?

838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA last sold on Sep 22, 2017 for $230,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA?

838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a 11.80-acre lot.

When was 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA built?

838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA?

838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA is assigned to Dryden Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Pennington Middle School (middle), rated B-; Lee High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Lee County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA compare to other homes in Dryden 24243?

Among the 837 homes in Dryden 24243, it is worth more than 97% of them ($356,499 against a typical $111,570), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (11.8 ac against a typical 1.28 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1966 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 98% 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 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 838 Powell River Rd, Dryden, VA was $1,507. The county assessed it at $218,400.

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