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$200,053$85 / 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 71How 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 $46,000 on May 14, 2013

226 FOREST AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23223
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,347 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
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.

Valuation

$200K
$141K low$259K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$46,000 · May 14, 2013
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.$144,730
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$115,784
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.25%
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.$50,875
ROYAL UNITED MTG · recorded Jul 2, 2015
2nd 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.$4,448
SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPME

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,646 (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.$297,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$255,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$273,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,500

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.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
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.Colonial
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.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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.Baseboard
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 480 ft²Porch · 608 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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(2)

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

H
Highland Springs High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Donahoe Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
M
Elko Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 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

226 Forest 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 82% of homes in Henrico County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Henrico County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Richmond 23223
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Richmond 23223
  • Older than 98% 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
$82K$565K

This home is worth more than 46% 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$200,053
CheaperTypical $208,920Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$85
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,347 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,389 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 226 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 23223Henrico County
Estimated valuepricier than$200,05346% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$855% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,347 ft²90% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac93% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than193725% of homes2% of homes

About 226 Forest Ave

How much is 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA is $200,053 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $141,147 to $258,959. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on May 14, 2013 for $46,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA?

226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,347 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA built?

226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1937, making it 89 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA?

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

How does 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23223?

Among the 15,118 homes in Richmond 23223, it is worth more than 46% of them ($200,053 against a typical $208,920), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($85 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,347 ft² against a typical 1,389 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1937 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Henrico County, it is worth more than 18% 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 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 226 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA was $2,646. The county assessed it at $297,500.

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