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$1,033,505$348 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $693,890 on Mar 19, 2021

157 S COLONIAL AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23221
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,966 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.
3,006 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$972K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$693,890 · Mar 19, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,444 (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.$787,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$163,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$624,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$766,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$787,000

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.1998
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.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Deck · 140 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
John B. Cary Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Albert Hill Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23221These 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.86
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 100.62

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,693
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,360 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$108,758
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,947
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

157 S Colonial 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Carytown
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Carytown
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Richmond city County

What homes are worth in Richmond 23221

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

This home
$239K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Richmond 23221.

How it measures up in Richmond 23221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23221.

Estimated value$1,033,505
CheaperTypical $673,562Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$348
CheaperTypical $386Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area2,966 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,891 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size3,006 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1937Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 157 S Colonial Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarytownRichmond 23221Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,033,505almost all homes79% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34830% of homes31% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than2,966 ft²96% of homes81% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,006 ft²62% of homes27% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than192445% of homes29% of homes24% of homes

About 157 S Colonial Ave

How much is 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA is $1,033,505 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $972,432 to $1,094,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on Mar 19, 2021 for $693,890, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA?

157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,966 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA built?

157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA?

157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA is assigned to John B. Cary Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Albert Hill Middle School (middle), rated C-; 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 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23221?

Among the 5,088 homes in Richmond 23221, it is worth more than 79% of them ($1,033,505 against a typical $673,562), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($348 against a typical $386), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,966 ft² against a typical 1,891 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (3,006 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1924 against a typical 1937). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 94% 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 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 157 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA was $9,444. The county assessed it at $787,000.

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