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$159,156$127 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $64,950 on May 3, 2012

85 SHORT RD

BLUE RIDGE, VA 24064
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,257 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.
0.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$159K
$147K low$171K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$64,950 · May 3, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$737 (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.$105,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$90,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$105,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$105,300

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.148 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBOTETOURT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.59
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 340 ft²Patio · 156 ft²Porch · 508 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.

E
Colonial Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Read Mountain Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi
H
Lord Botetourt High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.1 mi

District: Botetourt County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24064These 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.54
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,202
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.159 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,890
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,520
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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.59%

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How this home compares

85 Short 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 87% of homes in Botetourt County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Blue Ridge 24064
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Botetourt County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Blue Ridge 24064
  • Older than 75% of homes in Blue Ridge 24064

What homes are worth in Blue Ridge 24064

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

This home
$58K$697K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Blue Ridge 24064.

How it measures up in Blue Ridge 24064

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Blue Ridge 24064.

Estimated value$159,156
CheaperTypical $319,478Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$127
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,257 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.59 ac
SmallerTypical 1.3 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 85 Short Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlue Ridge 24064Botetourt County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,15614% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1278% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,257 ft²27% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.59 ac18% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than197025% of homes29% of homes

About 85 Short Rd

How much is 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA is $159,156 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $146,935 to $171,377. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA last sell?

85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA last sold on May 3, 2012 for $64,950, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA?

85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,257 square feet of living space and a 0.59-acre lot.

When was 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA built?

85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA?

85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA is assigned to Colonial Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Read Mountain Middle School (middle), rated A-; Lord Botetourt High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Botetourt County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA compare to other homes in Blue Ridge 24064?

Among the 2,147 homes in Blue Ridge 24064, it is worth more than 14% of them ($159,156 against a typical $319,478), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($127 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,257 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.59 ac against a typical 1.3 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1970 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Botetourt County, it is worth more than 13% 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 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 Short Rd, Blue Ridge, VA was $737. The county assessed it at $105,300.

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