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$240,335$185 / 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 95How 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 $133,000 on Nov 4, 2005

12609 RICHMOND ST

CHESTER, VA 23831
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,296 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.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$240K
$228K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$133,000 · Nov 4, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,105 (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.$233,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$162,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$221,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$233,700

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.46
21
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Traditional/Old
CountyCHESTERFIELD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
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.Hot Water
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

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.

E
C.E. Curtis Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Thomas Dale High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Elizabeth Davis Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.2 mi

District: Chesterfield County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23831These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
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.38,103
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,595 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,949
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,780
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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%

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

12609 Richmond 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.

  • Worth less than 75% of homes in Chesterfield County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Chester 23831
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Chester 23831
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Chester 23831
  • Older than 94% of homes in Chesterfield County

What homes are worth in Chester 23831

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

This home
$149K$558K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Chester 23831.

How it measures up in Chester 23831

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 23831.

Estimated value$240,335
CheaperTypical $302,918Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$185
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,992 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 12609 Richmond St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 23831Chesterfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$240,33526% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18581% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²13% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac70% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than19618% of homes6% of homes

About 12609 Richmond St

How much is 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA is $240,335 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $227,531 to $253,139. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA last sell?

12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA last sold on Nov 4, 2005 for $133,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA?

12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA built?

12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA?

12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA is assigned to C.E. Curtis Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Thomas Dale High School (high), rated C-; Elizabeth Davis Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Chesterfield County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA compare to other homes in Chester 23831?

Among the 13,765 homes in Chester 23831, it is worth more than 26% of them ($240,335 against a typical $302,918), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($185 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,992 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1961 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Chesterfield County, it is worth more than 25% 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 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12609 Richmond St, Chester, VA was $2,105. The county assessed it at $233,700.

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