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$229,681$155 / 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 93How 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 $40,000 on Jun 17, 2013

306 ESSEX PL

RICHMOND, VA 23222
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,484 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.
1926
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

$230K
$215K low$245K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Jun 17, 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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.127%
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.$317,500
NEW AMERICAN FUNDING · R · 2.99% 2 · recorded Jul 26, 2021
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.$58,000
NEW AMERICAN FUNDING

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,172 (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.$431,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$326,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$410,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$431,000

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.Conventional
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.1943
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)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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 · 251 ft²

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

E
Overby-Sheppard Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
John Marshall High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Thomas H. Henderson Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23222These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.23,968
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,922 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,641
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,848
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%

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

306 Essex Pl 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 75% of homes in Northern Barton Heights
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Northern Barton Heights
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Northern Barton Heights
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Northern Barton Heights

What homes are worth in Richmond 23222

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

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$70K$492K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Richmond 23222.

How it measures up in Richmond 23222

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23222.

Estimated value$229,681
CheaperTypical $197,785Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,478 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size3,964 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 306 Essex Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthern Barton HeightsRichmond 23222Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$229,68125% of homes62% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15558% of homes61% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,484 ft²16% of homes51% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,964 ft²4% of homes7% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than192673% of homes37% of homes29% of homes

About 306 Essex Pl

How much is 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA is $229,681 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $214,669 to $244,693. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA last sell?

306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA last sold on Jun 17, 2013 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA?

306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,484 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA built?

306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA?

306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA is assigned to Overby-Sheppard Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; John Marshall High School (high), rated B-; Thomas H. Henderson 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 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23222?

Among the 9,058 homes in Richmond 23222, it is worth more than 62% of them ($229,681 against a typical $197,785), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($155 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,484 ft² against a typical 1,478 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (3,964 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1926 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 42% 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 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 306 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA was $5,172. The county assessed it at $431,000.

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