Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $110,000 on May 3, 1999
3 S COLONIAL AVE
RICHMOND, VA 23221
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,790 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · May 3, 1999
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,244 (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.$437,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$227,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$430,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$437,000
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 310 ft²
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EMH
John B. Cary Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
Albert Hill Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
District: Richmond City Public Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 23221These 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.86
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 100.62
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,693
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,360 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$108,758
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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
3 S Colonial 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.
- Bigger than 72% of homes in Carytown
- Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Richmond city County
- Older than 96% of homes in Richmond 23221
How it measures up in Richmond 23221
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23221.
Living area1,790 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,900 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 46% of homes nearby
Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger
Bigger than 27% of homes nearby
Year built1912
OlderTypical 1938Newer
Newer than 4% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Carytown | Richmond 23221 | Richmond city County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,790 ft² | 72% of homes | 46% of homes | 63% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 3,049 ft² | 61% of homes | 27% of homes | 18% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1912 | 7% of homes | 4% of homes | 11% of homes |
About 3 S Colonial Ave
When did 3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?
3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on May 3, 1999 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA?
3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,790 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.
When was 3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA built?
3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA?
3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA is assigned to John B. Cary Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Albert Hill Middle School (middle), rated C-; Thomas Jefferson High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Richmond City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23221?
Among the 5,088 homes in Richmond 23221, it is bigger than 46% of them (1,790 ft² against a typical 1,900 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1912 against a typical 1938). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 3 S Colonial Ave, Richmond, VA was $5,244. The county assessed it at $437,000.
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Closest homes
- 5 S Colonial Ave27 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,790 ft² · Sold $107K · Aug 1998
- 1 S Colonial Ave46 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,212 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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