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$202,852$142 / 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 76How 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

1521 IDLEWOOD AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23220
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,428 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
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

$203K
$155K low$251K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$58,852
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$47,082
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.59%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$144,000
JP MORGAN CHASE BK · 4.25% 1 · recorded Feb 27, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,152 (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.$346,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$115,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$231,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$336,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$346,000

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.Contemporary
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.1994
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Deck · 128 ft²Porch · 123 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Binford Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
William Fox Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23220These 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.118
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 100.67

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.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.39,857
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,201 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,038
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,454
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

1521 Idlewood 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 less than 79% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Richmond 23220

What homes are worth in Richmond 23220

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

This home
$120K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Richmond 23220.

How it measures up in Richmond 23220

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23220.

Estimated value$202,852
CheaperTypical $315,240Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,736 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 1521 Idlewood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRandolphRichmond 23220Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$202,85254% of homes21% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14234% of homes14% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,428 ft²62% of homes34% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac52% of homes76% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than199077% of homes86% of homes86% of homes

About 1521 Idlewood Ave

How much is 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA is $202,852 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $154,649 to $251,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on Sep 30, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA?

1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,428 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA built?

1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA?

1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA is assigned to Binford Middle School (middle), rated F; William Fox Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Thomas Jefferson High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Richmond City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23220?

Among the 8,426 homes in Richmond 23220, it is worth more than 21% of them ($202,852 against a typical $315,240), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($142 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,428 ft² against a typical 1,736 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 86% of them (1990 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 35% 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 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1521 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA was $4,152. The county assessed it at $346,000.

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