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$147,552$141 / 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 59How 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 $36,100 on Sep 3, 2002

2861 DECATUR ST

RICHMOND, VA 23224
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,046 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.
0.18 ac
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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$148K
$87K low$208K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$36,100 · Sep 3, 2002
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.$138,627
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$110,902
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.5%
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.$8,925
ELDERHOMES · recorded Feb 12, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,716 (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.$143,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$136,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$143,000

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.Bungalow
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.1955
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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.None
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.Porch · 70 ft²

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 · 0.4 mi
H
George Wythe High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
River City Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 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%

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

2861 Decatur 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 81% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Swansboro
  • 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.

This home
$63K$341K

This home is worth more than 45% 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$147,552
CheaperTypical $154,398Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$141
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,046 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 2861 Decatur St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwansboroRichmond 23224Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$147,55233% of homes45% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14155% of homes66% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,046 ft²23% of homes28% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac85% of homes48% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than192541% of homes12% of homes27% of homes

About 2861 Decatur St

How much is 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA is $147,552 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $86,659 to $208,445. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA last sell?

2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA last sold on Sep 3, 2002 for $36,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA?

2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,046 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA built?

2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA?

2861 Decatur 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 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23224?

Among the 9,343 homes in Richmond 23224, it is worth more than 45% of them ($147,552 against a typical $154,398), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($141 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,046 ft² against a typical 1,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.18 ac 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 19% 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 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2861 Decatur St, Richmond, VA was $1,716. The county assessed it at $143,000.

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