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$311,888$309 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $220,000 on Apr 30, 2021

314 ESSEX PL

RICHMOND, VA 23222
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,009 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.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$312K
$299K low$324K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Apr 30, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,372 (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.$281,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$110,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$268,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,000

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.10 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.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.1980
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.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 · 104 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Overby-Sheppard Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 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%

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How this home compares

314 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 78% of homes in Northern Barton Heights
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Northern Barton Heights
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Northern Barton Heights
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Northern Barton Heights
  • Newer than 86% 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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$80K$621K

This home is worth more than 66% 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$311,888
CheaperTypical $259,422Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,009 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 314 Essex Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthern Barton HeightsRichmond 23222Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$311,88822% of homes66% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$309almost all homesalmost all homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,009 ft²3% of homes17% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac78% of homes62% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than193886% of homes46% of homes39% of homes

About 314 Essex Pl

How much is 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA is $311,888 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $299,390 to $324,386. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA last sell?

314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA last sold on Apr 30, 2021 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA?

314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,009 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA built?

314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA?

314 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 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23222?

Among the 9,057 homes in Richmond 23222, it is worth more than 66% of them ($311,888 against a typical $259,422), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($309 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,009 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1938 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 44% 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 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 314 Essex Pl, Richmond, VA was $3,372. The county assessed it at $281,000.

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