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$134,101$122 / 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 87How 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 $320,000 on Apr 2, 2026

12040 RIVER RD

CHESTERFIELD, VA 23838
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,100 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$134K
$116K low$152K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · Apr 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,743 (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.$193,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$124,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,000

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.Traditional/Old
CountyCHESTERFIELD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Porch · 84 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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
Matoaca High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.8 mi
M
Matoaca Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.2 mi
E
Matoaca Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 8.4 mi

District: Chesterfield County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23838These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.17,655
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.170 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,010
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,389
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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.63%

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How this home compares

12040 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Chesterfield 23838
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Chesterfield 23838
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Chesterfield 23838
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Chesterfield County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Chesterfield 23838

What homes are worth in Chesterfield 23838

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

This home
$183K$971K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Chesterfield 23838.

How it measures up in Chesterfield 23838

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chesterfield 23838.

Estimated value$134,101
CheaperTypical $445,563Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,720 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.54 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 12040 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChesterfield 23838Chesterfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,101almost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1225% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,100 ft²4% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac20% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than19715% of homes14% of homes

About 12040 River Rd

How much is 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA is $134,101 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $116,092 to $152,110. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA last sell?

12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA last sold on Apr 2, 2026 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA?

12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,100 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA built?

12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA?

12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA is assigned to Matoaca High School (high), rated C-; Matoaca Middle School (middle), rated C-; Matoaca Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Chesterfield County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA compare to other homes in Chesterfield 23838?

Among the 8,147 homes in Chesterfield 23838, it is worth more than almost none of them ($134,101 against a typical $445,563), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($122 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 4% of them (1,100 ft² against a typical 2,720 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.54 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1971 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Chesterfield County, it is worth more than 2% 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 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12040 River Rd, Chesterfield, VA was $1,743. The county assessed it at $193,000.

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