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$516,496$214 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $329,950 on Jun 30, 2008

8521 SNOWSTRAW PL

MECHANICSVILLE, VA 23116
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,416 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$516K
$490K low$543K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$329,950 · Jun 30, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,626 (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.$447,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$357,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$405,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$447,600

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.45
18
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
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.
28
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.3 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
CountyHANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 140 ft²Shed · 200 ft²Patio · 140 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

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.

E
Washington - Henry Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Atlee High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Chickahominy Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Hanover County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23116These 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.72
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 100.62

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.5%
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.31,305
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.513 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,802
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,028
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

8521 Snowstraw Pl 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 66% of homes in Hanover County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Hanover County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Hanover County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Hanover County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Hanover County

What homes are worth in Mechanicsville 23116

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

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$220K$900K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Mechanicsville 23116.

How it measures up in Mechanicsville 23116

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mechanicsville 23116.

Estimated value$516,496
CheaperTypical $499,690Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$214
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area2,416 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,292 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 8521 Snowstraw Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMechanicsville 23116Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$516,49654% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21438% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,416 ft²56% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac34% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than200165% of homes70% of homes

About 8521 Snowstraw Pl

How much is 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA is $516,496 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $489,786 to $543,206. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA last sell?

8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA last sold on Jun 30, 2008 for $329,950, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA?

8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,416 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA built?

8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA?

8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA is assigned to Washington - Henry Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Atlee High School (high), rated B+; Chickahominy Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Hanover County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA compare to other homes in Mechanicsville 23116?

Among the 13,523 homes in Mechanicsville 23116, it is worth more than 54% of them ($516,496 against a typical $499,690), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($214 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 56% of them (2,416 ft² against a typical 2,292 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (2001 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Hanover County, it is worth more than 66% 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 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8521 Snowstraw Pl, Mechanicsville, VA was $3,626. The county assessed it at $447,600.

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