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$1,045,689$326 / 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 59How 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

8494 RAPIDAN RD

ORANGE, VA 22960
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,207 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.
223.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1M
$613K low$1.5M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,283 (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.$946,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$815,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$946,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$946,800

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
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.
84
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.
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.Rural Residence
CountyOrange
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.223.64
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 396 ft²Porch · 436 ft²

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.

H
Orange County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
E
Orange Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.1 mi
M
Prospect Heights Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi

District: Orange County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22960These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.11,978
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.96 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,056
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,638
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

8494 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.

  • Worth more than 98% of homes in Orange 22960
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Orange County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Orange 22960
  • Among the largest lots in Orange 22960
  • Older than 98% of homes in Orange 22960

What homes are worth in Orange 22960

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

This home
$138K$1M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Orange 22960.

How it measures up in Orange 22960

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orange 22960.

Estimated value$1,045,689
CheaperTypical $339,036Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area3,207 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,795 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size223.64 ac
SmallerTypical 1.9 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 8494 Rapidan Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrange 22960Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,045,68998% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32691% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than3,207 ft²87% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than223.64 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than18902% of homes2% of homes

About 8494 Rapidan Rd

How much is 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA is $1,045,689 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $612,730 to $1,478,648. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA last sell?

8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA last sold on Feb 10, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA?

8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,207 square feet of living space and a 223.64-acre lot.

When was 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA built?

8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA?

8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA is assigned to Orange County High School (high), rated B-; Orange Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; 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 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA compare to other homes in Orange 22960?

Among the 4,405 homes in Orange 22960, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,045,689 against a typical $339,036), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($326 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,207 ft² against a typical 1,795 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (223.64 ac against a typical 1.9 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1890 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Orange 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 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8494 Rapidan Rd, Orange, VA was $7,283. The county assessed it at $946,800.

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