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$754,575$295 / 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 85How 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 $227,950 on Dec 4, 2017

285 RIVERSIDE DR

LANCASTER, VA 22503
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,560 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$755K
$643K low$867K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$227,950 · Dec 4, 2017
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.$754,575
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$603,660

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$40 (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.$726,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$193,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$532,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$726,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
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.1 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
CountyLANCASTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Boat liftShed · 80 ft²Patio · 220 ft²Porch · 352 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.

H
Lancaster High SchoolD
High · Grades 8–12 · 9.3 mi
E
Lancaster Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–7 · 14.2 mi

District: Lancaster County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22503These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.4,230
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,274
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,050
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

285 Riverside 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 more than 86% of homes in Lancaster 22503
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Lancaster 22503
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Lancaster 22503
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Lancaster 22503

What homes are worth in Lancaster 22503

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

This home
$66K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Lancaster 22503.

How it measures up in Lancaster 22503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lancaster 22503.

Estimated value$754,575
CheaperTypical $294,755Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$295
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area2,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.46 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 285 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancaster 22503Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$754,57586% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29573% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than2,560 ft²85% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac70% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than194917% of homes17% of homes

About 285 Riverside Dr

How much is 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA is $754,575 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $642,584 to $866,566. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA last sell?

285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA last sold on Dec 4, 2017 for $227,950, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA?

285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,560 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA built?

285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA?

285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA is assigned to Lancaster High School (high), rated D; Lancaster Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Lancaster County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA compare to other homes in Lancaster 22503?

Among the 2,669 homes in Lancaster 22503, it is worth more than 86% of them ($754,575 against a typical $294,755), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($295 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,560 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 1.46 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1949 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 80% 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 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Riverside Dr, Lancaster, VA was $40. The county assessed it at $726,200.

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