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$1,096,675$455 / 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 94How 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 $815,000 on Jul 17, 2020

8979 SCOTT ST

SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,410 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$815,000 · Jul 17, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,465 (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.$991,820 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$342,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$649,820
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$952,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$991,820

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.Split Level
CountyFairfax
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Garage, Attached
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.BalconyDeck · 216 ft²Patio · 366 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
Sangster Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.3 mi
M
Lake Braddock Secondary SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Fairfax County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22153These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.99%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.4%
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.32,312
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,606 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$159,590
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$187,141
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

8979 Scott St 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 93% of homes in Springfield 22153
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Springfield 22153
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Springfield 22153
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Springfield 22153
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Springfield 22153

What homes are worth in Springfield 22153

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

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$456K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Springfield 22153.

How it measures up in Springfield 22153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Springfield 22153.

Estimated value$1,096,675
CheaperTypical $771,908Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$455
CheaperTypical $426Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area2,410 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 8979 Scott St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpringfield 22153Fairfax County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,096,67593% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45566% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than2,410 ft²85% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac87% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than199392% of homes76% of homes

About 8979 Scott St

How much is 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA is $1,096,675 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,035,014 to $1,158,336. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA last sell?

8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA last sold on Jul 17, 2020 for $815,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA?

8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,410 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA built?

8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA?

8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA is assigned to Sangster Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Lake Braddock Secondary School (middle), rated A. All sit in Fairfax County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA compare to other homes in Springfield 22153?

Among the 10,617 homes in Springfield 22153, it is worth more than 93% of them ($1,096,675 against a typical $771,908), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($455 against a typical $426), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,410 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (1993 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Fairfax County, it is worth more than 79% 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 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8979 Scott St, Springfield, VA was $11,465. The county assessed it at $991,820.

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