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$89,859
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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $69,500 on Jun 17, 2024

988 BALES FORGE RD

ROSE HILL, VA 24281
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
5.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$90K
$70K low$110K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,500 · Jun 17, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$391 (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.$56,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$56,700

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.66
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.0.2 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
CountyLEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.03
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Pennington Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 0.8 mi
E
Elk Knob Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.9 mi
H
Lee High SchoolC-
High · Grades 8–12 · 4.6 mi

District: Lee County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24281These 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.105
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 100.122

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.1,906
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,857
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,891
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

988 Bales Forge 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Lee County

What homes are worth in Rose Hill 24281

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

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$25K$319K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Rose Hill 24281.

How it measures up in Rose Hill 24281

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rose Hill 24281.

Estimated value$89,859
CheaperTypical $89,509Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size5.03 ac
SmallerTypical 1.09 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 988 Bales Forge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRose Hill 24281Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$89,85950% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.03 ac81% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than197860% of homes53% of homes

About 988 Bales Forge Rd

How much is 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA is $89,859 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $69,518 to $110,200. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA last sell?

988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA last sold on Jun 17, 2024 for $69,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA?

988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a 5.03-acre lot.

When was 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA built?

988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA?

988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA is assigned to Pennington Middle School (middle), rated C; Elk Knob Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Lee High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Lee County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA compare to other homes in Rose Hill 24281?

Among the 986 homes in Rose Hill 24281, it is worth more than 50% of them ($89,859 against a typical $89,509), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (5.03 ac against a typical 1.09 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1978 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 52% 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 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 988 Bales Forge Rd, Rose Hill, VA was $391. The county assessed it at $56,700.

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