Are yards well-kept in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Is there wildlife in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say there's wildlife

Is parking easy in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say parking is easy

Is Buchanan, VA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say it's dog friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is a car needed in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Are the streets well-lit in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say streets are well-lit

Are neighbors friendly in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say neighbors are friendly

Does Buchanan, VA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do residents of Buchanan, VA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say kids play outside

Is Buchanan, VA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Buchanan, VA quiet?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's quiet

Does Buchanan, VA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say there are sidewalks

Are there community events in Buchanan, VA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say there are community events

Is Buchanan, VA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 472 3rd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 472 3rd St in Buchanan, VA is $231,300 .

What is the price history for 472 3rd St?

472 3rd St in Buchanan, VA last sold for $155,000 in November 2020.

Is Buchanan a buyer's or seller's market?

Buchanan is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Buchanan?

Residents describe Buchanan, VA as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Buchanan, VA .

Does 472 3rd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 472 3rd St in Buchanan, VA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 472 3rd St?

The lot at 472 3rd St in Buchanan, VA is about 0.28 acres (12,197 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$231,300

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,244 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

472 3rd St, Buchanan, VA 24066

Est. Refi. Payment $1,381/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 9, 2020 for $155,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$231K

Since last month

$2K (-0.9%)

Since last year

$900 (-0.4%)

Since last sale

$77K (+49.8%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +103% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$232K
August 2026	$232K
July 2026	$234K
June 2026	$237K
May 2026	$234K
April 2026	$234K
March 2026	$232K
February 2026	$231K
January 2026	$226K
2025
December 2025	$225K
November 2025	$230K
October 2025	$229K
September 2025	$231K
August 2025	$233K
July 2025	$236K
June 2025	$234K
May 2025	$235K
April 2025	$236K
March 2025	$235K
February 2025	$229K
January 2025	$229K
2024
December 2024	$232K
November 2024	$235K
October 2024	$227K
September 2024	$225K
August 2024	$226K
July 2024	$225K
June 2024	$225K
May 2024	$225K
April 2024	$222K
March 2024	$221K
February 2024	$213K
January 2024	$212K
2023
December 2023	$211K
November 2023	$211K
October 2023	$215K
September 2023	$216K
August 2023	$214K
July 2023	$215K
June 2023	$212K
May 2023	$209K
April 2023	$206K
March 2023	$202K
February 2023	$197K
January 2023	$198K
2022
December 2022	$202K
November 2022	$204K
October 2022	$204K
September 2022	$206K
August 2022	$205K
July 2022	$213K
June 2022	$198K
May 2022	$186K
April 2022	$180K
March 2022	$180K
February 2022	$179K
January 2022	$178K
2021
December 2021	$177K
November 2021	$170K
October 2021	$170K
September 2021	$169K
August 2021	$162K
July 2021	$161K
June 2021	$161K
May 2021	$160K
April 2021	$159K
March 2021	$158K
February 2021	$157K
January 2021	$157K
2020
December 2020	$156K
November 2020	$155K
October 2020	$137K
September 2020	$137K
August 2020	$156K
July 2020	$137K
June 2020	$135K
May 2020	$134K
April 2020	$134K
March 2020	$135K
February 2020	$134K
January 2020	$134K
2019
December 2019	$134K
November 2019	$135K
October 2019	$136K
September 2019	$135K
August 2019	$135K
July 2019	$135K
June 2019	$133K
May 2019	$134K
April 2019	$135K
March 2019	$133K
February 2019	$131K
January 2019	$131K
2018
December 2018	$128K
November 2018	$129K
October 2018	$129K
September 2018	$126K
August 2018	$127K
July 2018	$127K
June 2018	$127K
May 2018	$125K
April 2018	$123K
March 2018	$124K
February 2018	$124K
January 2018	$124K
2017
December 2017	$122K
November 2017	$122K
October 2017	$121K
September 2017	$123K
August 2017	$121K
July 2017	$123K
June 2017	$121K
May 2017	$121K
April 2017	$118K
March 2017	$120K
February 2017	$121K
January 2017	$119K
2016
December 2016	$119K
November 2016	$117K
October 2016	$119K
September 2016	$114K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
240 1st St, Buchanan, VA	0.24	Single-Family Home	$85,000	08/21/26	3	1	1,572
589 4th St, Buchanan, VA	0.03	Single-Family Home	$298,000	07/31/26	4	2	1,810
214 1st St, Buchanan, VA	0.26	Single-Family Home	$279,950	07/30/26	4	2	1,690
366 Bridge St N, Buchanan, VA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$258,000	08/04/26	3	2	1,512
493 Culpepper Ave, Buchanan, VA	0.62	Single-Family Home	$181,000	06/08/26	2	1	984
167 Boyd St, Buchanan, VA	0.66	Single-Family Home	$130,200	05/29/26	3	1.5	1,200
135 13th St, Buchanan, VA	0.66	Single-Family Home	$215,000	10/03/25	3	2	1,532
89 17th St, Buchanan, VA	0.91	Single-Family Home	$177,500	07/07/26	2	1	873
314 Culpepper Ave, Buchanan, VA	0.78	Single-Family Home	$182,300	08/14/26	2	2	1,073
218 Albemarle Ave, Buchanan, VA	0.76	Single-Family Home	$270,000	12/02/25	4	3	2,167

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
589 4th St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.03	$298,000	4	2	1,810	Recently Sold
495 3rd St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.03	$149,200	1	1	888	Off Market
502 2nd St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.07	$259,000	2	2	1,524	For Sale
197 Bridge St N, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.12	$229,650	3	1	1,307	For Sale
479 4th St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.13	$230,200	3	2	1,782	Off Market
322 2nd St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.13	$278,900	2	2	1,786	Off Market
290 3rd St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.16	$223,800	3	2	1,158	Off Market
414 4th St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.17	$266,200	3	2	1,073	Off Market
Bridge St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.17	-	-	-	-	Off Market
366 Bridge St N, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.23	$258,000	3	2	1,512	Recently Sold
240 1st St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.24	$85,000	3	1	1,572	Recently Sold
226 1st St, Buchanan, VA 24066	0.25	$52,900	3	1	1,197	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 472 3rd St.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1976

Lot Size

0.28 acres

Living Area

1,244 sqft

Price/Sqft

$186

About this House

Take in the mountain views from the front porch with this private updated ranch in Buchanan. Just a quick walk from town and the James River, the home provides quick access to Interstate 81 and all the shops and charm of the small town. Open floor plan from kitchen into the dining area and Family Room and updated to include new flooring, paint, and overall feel. Have fun on the large rear deck under the covered area or cook out on open area in front of the flat, fenced back yard. Also included is a carport for additional storage. Be sure and see the 3D virtual tour!

472 3rd St, Buchanan, VA 24066 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,244 sqft single-family home built in 1976. It last sold for $155,000 on Nov 9, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $231,300, with a rent estimate of $1,375/month.

Home Details for 472 3rd St

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat Pump, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage Parking Spaces: 4Parking: Carport

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1976
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 9, 2020 Source: RVAR #872071	Sold	$155,000
Sep 22, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$149,950
Sep 17, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$149,950 Price decreased by 3%
Aug 6, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$154,950
Aug 30, 2013 Source: RVAR #789277	Sold	$103,750

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,158	$165,400

Additional Cost

Market trends in Buchanan

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

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Available listings

2MoM

Around this home

Buchanan Elementary School
PK-5
Public
276 Students
Botetourt County Public Schools
7/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
My children are receiving a quality education with teachers that truly care about them as individuals.
Parent Review
6y ago
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What Locals Say about Buchanan

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say yards are well-kept
91 % Say there's wildlife
91 % Say parking is easy
82 % Say it's dog friendly
77 % Say people would walk alone at night
73 % Say car is needed
67 % Say streets are well-lit
65 % Say neighbors are friendly
62 % Say there's holiday spirit
60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
58 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
57 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say there are sidewalks
45 % Say there are community events
18 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
2y ago
"Perfect 10 minutes convenient stores; 15-20 minutes from grocery stores., town; 25-30 minutes walmart "
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Saja M.
Resident
7y ago
"lots of dogs & people walking dogs. very nice walk through town. and there's a lovely park by the James River that is another lovely walk."
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Saja M.
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7y ago
"very family & community oriented neighborhood! very safe. dog friendly. wonderful downtown. very walkable."
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lucas t.
Resident
8y ago
"Having the river so close by during the summer and having the carnival every year for 4th of july. Not many bad people live here"
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rustedout
12y ago
"My sister lives there on a farm. peaceful and quiet area.. few amenities nearby. Have livestock? This might be ideal locale."
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Frequently asked questions about 472 3rd St

What is 472 3rd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 472 3rd St in Buchanan, VA is $231,300.
What is the price history for 472 3rd St?
472 3rd St in Buchanan, VA last sold for $155,000 in November 2020.
Is Buchanan a buyer's or seller's market?
Buchanan is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Buchanan?
Residents describe Buchanan, VA as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Buchanan, VA.
Does 472 3rd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 472 3rd St in Buchanan, VA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 472 3rd St?
The lot at 472 3rd St in Buchanan, VA is about 0.28 acres (12,197 sq ft).