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$1,042,145$211 / 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 75How 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 $198,000 on Oct 29, 1999

1211 W 42ND ST

RICHMOND, VA 23225
2.5
Baths
4,943 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1M
$777K low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,000 · Oct 29, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,548 (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.$879,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$787,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$857,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$879,000

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.Conventional
CountyRICHMOND CITY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 837 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
George Wythe High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Westover Hills Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Lucille M. Brown Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23225These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.42,106
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,843 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,188
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,140
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

1211 W 42nd St 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 most valuable homes in Forest Hill Terrace
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Forest Hill Terrace
  • Among the largest homes in Forest Hill Terrace
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Among the oldest homes in Richmond 23225

What homes are worth in Richmond 23225

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

This home
$118K$987K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Richmond 23225.

How it measures up in Richmond 23225

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23225.

Estimated value$1,042,145
CheaperTypical $352,040Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area4,943 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1211 W 42nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Hill TerraceRichmond 23225Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,042,145almost all homes98% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21121% of homes39% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than4,943 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac70% of homes52% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than19104% of homesalmost no homes10% of homes

About 1211 W 42nd St

How much is 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA is $1,042,145 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $777,391 to $1,306,899. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA last sell?

1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA last sold on Oct 29, 1999 for $198,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA?

1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA has 2.5 bathrooms, 4,943 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA built?

1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA?

1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA is assigned to George Wythe High School (high), rated D-; Westover Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Lucille M. Brown Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Richmond City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23225?

Among the 10,792 homes in Richmond 23225, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,042,145 against a typical $352,040), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($211 against a typical $235), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,943 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1910 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 95% 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 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1211 W 42nd St, Richmond, VA was $10,548. The county assessed it at $879,000.

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