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$282,914$138 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $24,000 on Jun 19, 2003

8951 RICH PATCH RD

COVINGTON, VA 24426
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,052 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.
7.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$283K
$242K low$324K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$24,000 · Jun 19, 2003
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$282,914
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$226,331

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$908 (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.$185,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$157,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,400

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.197 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.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
CountyALLEGHANY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2016
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.02
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.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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 · 256 ft²Patio · 160 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Alleghany High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Mountain View Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
M
Covington Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.4 mi

District: Alleghany Highlands Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24426These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.12,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,361
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,575
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

8951 Rich Patch 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 77% of homes in Covington 24426
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Covington 24426
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Covington 24426
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Covington 24426

What homes are worth in Covington 24426

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

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$67K$511K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Covington 24426.

How it measures up in Covington 24426

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Covington 24426.

Estimated value$282,914
CheaperTypical $203,471Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area2,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size7.02 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 8951 Rich Patch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCovington 24426
Estimated valuepricier than$282,91477% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13837% of homes
Living areabigger than2,052 ft²85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.02 ac85% of homes
Year builtnewer than200395% of homes

About 8951 Rich Patch Rd

How much is 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA is $282,914 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $241,839 to $323,989. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA last sell?

8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA last sold on Jun 19, 2003 for $24,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA?

8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,052 square feet of living space and a 7.02-acre lot.

When was 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA built?

8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA?

8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA is assigned to Alleghany High School (high), rated D-; Mountain View Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Covington Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Alleghany Highlands Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA compare to other homes in Covington 24426?

Among the 6,379 homes in Covington 24426, it is worth more than 77% of them ($282,914 against a typical $203,471), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($138 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,052 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (7.02 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2003 against a typical 1955). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8951 Rich Patch Rd, Covington, VA was $908. The county assessed it at $185,400.

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