Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $188,000 on Mar 8, 2019
315 N SHIELDS AVE
RICHMOND, VA 23220
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,532 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.
2,352 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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.$188,000 · Mar 8, 2019
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,672 (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.$556,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$225,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$331,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$532,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$556,000
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.1951
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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 · 126 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.
EMH
William Fox Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
Binford Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
District: Richmond City Public Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 23220These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.39,857
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,201 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,038
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,454
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
315 N Shields 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 84% of homes in Richmond city County
- Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Richmond city County
- Older than 90% of homes in Richmond city County
How it measures up in Richmond 23220
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23220.
Living area2,532 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,730 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 76% of homes nearby
Lot size2,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 30% of homes nearby
Year built1910
OlderTypical 1919Newer
Newer than 36% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | The Fan | Richmond 23220 | Richmond city County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,532 ft² | 58% of homes | 76% of homes | 84% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 2,352 ft² | 37% of homes | 30% of homes | 11% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1910 | 50% of homes | 36% of homes | 10% of homes |
About 315 N Shields Ave
When did 315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?
315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on Mar 8, 2019 for $188,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA?
315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,532 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.
When was 315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA built?
315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA?
315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA is assigned to William Fox Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Binford Middle School (middle), rated F; 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 315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23220?
Among the 8,425 homes in Richmond 23220, it is bigger than 76% of them (2,532 ft² against a typical 1,730 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (2,352 ft² against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 36% of them (1910 against a typical 1919). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 315 N Shields Ave, Richmond, VA was $6,672. The county assessed it at $556,000.
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