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$131,320
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 39How 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 $95,000 on Feb 14, 2023

8477 JAMES RIVER RD

SHIPMAN, VA 22971
0
Baths
13.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$131K
$51K low$212K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$95,000 · Feb 14, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$516 (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.$92,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$84,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,100

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.50
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.8 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
CountyNELSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.13.46
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Nelson Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi
H
Nelson County High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi
E
Tye River Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.9 mi

District: Nelson County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22971These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.1,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,937
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

8477 James 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 less than 75% of homes in Nelson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Nelson County

What homes are worth in Shipman 22971

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

This home
$49K$625K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Shipman 22971.

How it measures up in Shipman 22971

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shipman 22971.

Estimated value$131,320
CheaperTypical $172,960Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size13.46 ac
SmallerTypical 3.03 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

How 8477 James River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShipman 22971Nelson County
Estimated valuepricier than$131,32037% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than13.46 ac82% of homes87% of homes

About 8477 James River Rd

How much is 8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA is $131,320 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $50,956 to $211,684. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA last sell?

8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA last sold on Feb 14, 2023 for $95,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA is assigned to Nelson Middle School (middle), rated B-; Nelson County High School (high), rated B; Tye River Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Nelson County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA compare to other homes in Shipman 22971?

Among the 1,315 homes in Shipman 22971, it is worth more than 37% of them ($131,320 against a typical $172,960) and its lot is bigger than 82% of them (13.46 ac against a typical 3.03 ac). Measured against all of Nelson County, it is worth more than 25% 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 8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8477 James River Rd, Shipman, VA was $516. The county assessed it at $92,100.

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