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$164,227$205 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $10,000 on May 26, 2015

2856 LAWSON ST

RICHMOND, VA 23224
2
Beds
1
Baths
800 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.
3,964 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$164K
$142K low$186K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$10,000 · May 26, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,752 (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.$146,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$94,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$146,000

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.Ranch
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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.Asphalt
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.Porch · 143 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
Swansboro Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
George Wythe High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
River City Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 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

2856 Lawson 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 90% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Richmond 23224
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Richmond 23224
  • Older than 88% of homes in Richmond 23224

What homes are worth in Richmond 23224

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

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$69K$380K

This home is worth more than 20% 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$164,227
CheaperTypical $217,942Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$205
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size3,964 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 2856 Lawson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwansboroRichmond 23224Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,22720% of homes20% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20565% of homes76% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than800 ft²7% of homes7% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,964 ft²42% of homes16% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than192541% of homes12% of homes28% of homes

About 2856 Lawson St

How much is 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA is $164,227 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $142,353 to $186,101. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA last sell?

2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA last sold on May 26, 2015 for $10,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA?

2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 800 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA built?

2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA?

2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA is assigned to Swansboro Elementary School (elementary), rated D; George Wythe High School (high), rated F; River City Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Richmond City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23224?

Among the 9,340 homes in Richmond 23224, it is worth more than 20% of them ($164,227 against a typical $217,942), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($205 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 7% of them (800 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,964 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1925 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 10% 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 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2856 Lawson St, Richmond, VA was $1,752. The county assessed it at $146,000.

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