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$231,308$151 / 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 90How 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 $186,000 on Jun 28, 2017

20 EMERSON ST

RICHMOND, VA 23223
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,532 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.
0.47 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$231K
$209K low$254K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$186,000 · Jun 28, 2017
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.$47,168
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$37,734
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.82%
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.$184,140
NEIGHBORHOOD HSNG SVCS · recorded Jun 28, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,740 (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.$330,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$285,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$297,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$330,100

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
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.Ranch
CountyHENRICO
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.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 197 ft²Porch · 406 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Fairfield Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Highland Springs Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Highland Springs High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Henrico County 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%

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

20 Emerson 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 71% of homes in Henrico County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Henrico County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Richmond 23223
  • Older than 74% of homes in Henrico County

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
$78K$570K

This home is worth more than 59% 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$231,308
CheaperTypical $208,704Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,532 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 20 Emerson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 23223Henrico County
Estimated valuepricier than$231,30859% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15150% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,532 ft²59% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac93% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than196145% of homes26% of homes

About 20 Emerson St

How much is 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA is $231,308 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $208,579 to $254,037. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA last sell?

20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA last sold on Jun 28, 2017 for $186,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA?

20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,532 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA built?

20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA?

20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA is assigned to Fairfield Middle School (middle), rated D-; Highland Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Highland Springs High School (high), rated D. All sit in Henrico County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23223?

Among the 15,118 homes in Richmond 23223, it is worth more than 59% of them ($231,308 against a typical $208,704), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($151 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,532 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1961 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Henrico County, it is worth more than 29% 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 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 20 Emerson St, Richmond, VA was $2,740. The county assessed it at $330,100.

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