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$434,638$208 / 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 88How 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 $387,500 on May 26, 2023

8553 SHERMAN WAY

GLOUCESTER, VA 23061
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,088 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.
5 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$435K
$385K low$485K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$387,500 · May 26, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,299 (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.$374,480 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$79,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$295,170
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$374,480

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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.87%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyGLOUCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 168 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.

M
Page Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Gloucester High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
E
Botetourt Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.5 mi

District: Gloucester County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23061These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
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.23,571
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.121 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,529
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,062
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

8553 Sherman Way 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 68% of homes in Gloucester County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Gloucester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Gloucester County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Gloucester County

What homes are worth in Gloucester 23061

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

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$147K$921K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Gloucester 23061.

How it measures up in Gloucester 23061

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gloucester 23061.

Estimated value$434,638
CheaperTypical $373,407Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area2,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.5 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 8553 Sherman Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGloucester 23061Gloucester County
Estimated valuepricier than$434,63867% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20839% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than2,088 ft²73% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac79% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than200178% of homes79% of homes

About 8553 Sherman Way

How much is 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA is $434,638 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $384,576 to $484,700. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA last sell?

8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA last sold on May 26, 2023 for $387,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA?

8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,088 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA built?

8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA?

8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA is assigned to Page Middle School (middle), rated B+; Gloucester High School (high), rated B-; Botetourt Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Gloucester County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA compare to other homes in Gloucester 23061?

Among the 9,734 homes in Gloucester 23061, it is worth more than 67% of them ($434,638 against a typical $373,407), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($208 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,088 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (5 ac against a typical 1.5 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (2001 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Gloucester County, it is worth more than 68% 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 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8553 Sherman Way, Gloucester, VA was $2,299. The county assessed it at $374,480.

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