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$323,991$222 / 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 93How 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 $150,000 on Oct 14, 2009

1608 CHICAGO AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23224
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,457 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$324K
$300K low$348K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Oct 14, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,372 (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.$281,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$226,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$271,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyRICHMOND CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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 · 160 ft²Porch · 85 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.

E
J.H. Blackwell Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Binford Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi
H
Armstrong High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23224These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,503
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,527 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,837
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,950
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

1608 Chicago 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 93% of homes in Richmond 23224
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Blackwell
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Richmond 23224
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Blackwell
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Richmond city County

What homes are worth in Richmond 23224

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

This home
$71K$388K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Richmond 23224.

How it measures up in Richmond 23224

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23224.

Estimated value$323,991
CheaperTypical $214,493Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $174Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,457 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 1608 Chicago Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlackwellRichmond 23224Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$323,99177% of homes93% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22286% of homes85% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,457 ft²41% of homes66% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac86% of homes33% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than200977% of homes91% of homes92% of homes

About 1608 Chicago Ave

How much is 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA is $323,991 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $299,751 to $348,231. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on Oct 14, 2009 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA?

1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,457 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA built?

1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA?

1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA is assigned to J.H. Blackwell Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Binford 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 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23224?

Among the 9,340 homes in Richmond 23224, it is worth more than 93% of them ($323,991 against a typical $214,493), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($222 against a typical $174), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,457 ft² against a typical 1,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (2009 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 46% 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 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1608 Chicago Ave, Richmond, VA was $3,372. The county assessed it at $281,000.

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