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$249,398$249 / 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 78How 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 $250,000 on Jul 3, 2024

986 E RIVER RD

FORK UNION, VA 23055
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,000 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$249K
$195K low$304K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Jul 3, 2024
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.$249,398
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$199,518

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,631 (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.$216,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$216,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$216,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyFLUVANNA
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.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 60 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.

M
Fluvanna Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 4.5 mi
E
Central Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 4.5 mi
H
Fluvanna County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 8–12 · 7.8 mi

District: Fluvanna County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23055These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.874
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.50 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,588
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,296
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%

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

986 E River 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 less than 82% of homes in Fluvanna County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Fork Union 23055
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Fluvanna County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Fork Union 23055
  • Older than 77% of homes in Fluvanna County

What homes are worth in Fork Union 23055

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

This home
$113K$659K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Fork Union 23055.

How it measures up in Fork Union 23055

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fork Union 23055.

Estimated value$249,398
CheaperTypical $278,111Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 3.38 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 986 E River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFork Union 23055Fluvanna County
Estimated valuepricier than$249,39842% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24989% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,000 ft²11% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac35% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197954% of homes23% of homes

About 986 E River Rd

How much is 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA is $249,398 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $194,873 to $303,923. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA last sell?

986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA last sold on Jul 3, 2024 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA?

986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,000 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA built?

986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA?

986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA is assigned to Fluvanna Middle School (middle), rated B; Central Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Fluvanna County High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Fluvanna County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA compare to other homes in Fork Union 23055?

Among the 356 homes in Fork Union 23055, it is worth more than 42% of them ($249,398 against a typical $278,111), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($249 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,000 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (2 ac against a typical 3.38 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1979 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Fluvanna County, it is worth more than 18% 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 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 986 E River Rd, Fork Union, VA was $1,631. The county assessed it at $216,000.

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