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$270,915$242 / 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 $272,000 on Apr 17, 2026

959 RIVES ST

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22902
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,120 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.
3,485 ft²
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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$271K
$249K low$293K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$272,000 · Apr 17, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,728 (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.$269,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$212,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$264,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$269,700

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyCHARLOTTESVILLE CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Shed · 32 ft²Porch · 112 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
Summit Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Buford Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Charlottesville High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Charlottesville City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22902These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
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.22,421
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.330 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,003
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,241
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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.63%

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How this home compares

959 Rives 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 less than 94% of homes in Charlottesville 22902
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Charlottesville city County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Charlottesville 22902
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Charlottesville city County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Charlottesville city County

What homes are worth in Charlottesville 22902

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

This home
$240K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Charlottesville 22902.

How it measures up in Charlottesville 22902

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charlottesville 22902.

Estimated value$270,915
CheaperTypical $478,134Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $328Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 959 Rives St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelmontCharlottesville 22902Charlottesville city County
Estimated valuepricier than$270,91510% of homes6% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2428% of homes11% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²43% of homes26% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²17% of homes17% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than199374% of homes65% of homes80% of homes

About 959 Rives St

How much is 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA is $270,915 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $248,955 to $292,875. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA last sell?

959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA last sold on Apr 17, 2026 for $272,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA?

959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA built?

959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA?

959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA is assigned to Summit Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Buford Middle School (middle), rated D+; Charlottesville High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Charlottesville City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA compare to other homes in Charlottesville 22902?

Among the 7,833 homes in Charlottesville 22902, it is worth more than 6% of them ($270,915 against a typical $478,134), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($242 against a typical $328), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1993 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Charlottesville city County, it is worth more than 8% 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 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 959 Rives St, Charlottesville, VA was $2,728. The county assessed it at $269,700.

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