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$322,406$154 / 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

LAKE DR

FOREST, VA 24551
2
Baths
2,090 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.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$322K
$297K low$347K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,001 (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.$244,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$244,100

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
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.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyBEDFORD
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
Bedford Primary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.6 mi
H
Liberty High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Liberty Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Bedford County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24551These 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.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,095
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,852
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.59%

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How this home compares

Lake Dr 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 73% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Bedford County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Forest 24551

What homes are worth in Forest 24551

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

This home
$175K$946K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Forest 24551.

How it measures up in Forest 24551

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 24551.

Estimated value$322,406
CheaperTypical $414,435Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$154
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,090 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,014 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How Lake Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$322,40627% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1547% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than2,090 ft²53% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than19492% of homes9% of homes

About Lake Dr

How much is Lake Dr, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Lake Dr, Forest, VA is $322,406 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $297,385 to $347,427. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Lake Dr, Forest, VA last sell?

Lake Dr, Forest, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Lake Dr, Forest, VA?

Lake Dr, Forest, VA has 2 bathrooms and 2,090 square feet of living space.

When was Lake Dr, Forest, VA built?

Lake Dr, Forest, VA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a cape cod home.

What schools serve Lake Dr, Forest, VA?

Lake Dr, Forest, VA is assigned to Bedford Primary School (elementary), rated D+; Liberty High School (high), rated D-; Liberty Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bedford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Lake Dr, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,345 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 27% of them ($322,406 against a typical $414,435), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($154 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 53% of them (2,090 ft² against a typical 2,014 ft²) and it is newer than 2% of them (1949 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 49% 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 Lake Dr, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for Lake Dr, Forest, VA was $1,001. The county assessed it at $244,100.

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