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$316,878$209 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1427 MELTON AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23223
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,518 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.
3,267 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$317K
$290K low$344K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,820 (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.$235,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,000
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.$235,000

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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 202 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Chimborazo Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Armstrong High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23223These 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.129
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.52,337
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,080 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,361
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,419
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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

1427 Melton Ave 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 69% of homes in Oakwood
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Oakwood
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Richmond 23223

What homes are worth in Richmond 23223

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

This home
$95K$717K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Richmond 23223.

How it measures up in Richmond 23223

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23223.

Estimated value$316,878
CheaperTypical $271,755Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,518 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,388 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size3,267 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 1427 Melton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOakwoodRichmond 23223Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$316,87869% of homes65% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20948% of homes55% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,518 ft²67% of homes58% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,267 ft²37% of homes26% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than192648% of homes22% of homes29% of homes

About 1427 Melton Ave

How much is 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA is $316,878 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $290,240 to $343,516. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA?

1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,518 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA built?

1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA?

1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA is assigned to Chimborazo Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School (middle), rated F; Armstrong High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Richmond City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23223?

Among the 15,114 homes in Richmond 23223, it is worth more than 65% of them ($316,878 against a typical $271,755), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($209 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,518 ft² against a typical 1,388 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (3,267 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1926 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 44% 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 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1427 Melton Ave, Richmond, VA was $2,820. The county assessed it at $235,000.

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