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$170,334$219 / 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 83How 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 $149,950 on May 9, 2017

3217 IDLEWOOD AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23221
2
Beds
1
Baths
778 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.
2,919 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.
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

$170K
$141K low$200K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$149,950 · May 9, 2017
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.87%
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.$210,400
ROCKET MORTGAGE LLC · R · 2.99% 2 · recorded Jan 7, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,828 (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.$319,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$140,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$297,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$319,000

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.1990
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)
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 80 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.

E
John B. Cary Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Albert Hill Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

3217 Idlewood 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Richmond 23221
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Richmond 23221
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Richmond 23221
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Stadium
  • Older than 88% of homes in Stadium

What homes are worth in Richmond 23221

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

This home
$189K$1.9M

This home is worth less than almost all 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.

Estimated value$170,334
CheaperTypical $462,260Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $264Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area778 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,904 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size2,919 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 3217 Idlewood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStadiumRichmond 23221Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$170,3343% of homesalmost no homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21970% of homes21% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than778 ft²10% of homes4% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,919 ft²10% of homes24% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than192612% of homes38% of homes29% of homes

About 3217 Idlewood Ave

How much is 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA is $170,334 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $140,927 to $199,741. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on May 9, 2017 for $149,950, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA?

3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 778 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA built?

3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA?

3217 Idlewood 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 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23221?

Among the 5,088 homes in Richmond 23221, it is worth more than almost none of them ($170,334 against a typical $462,260), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($219 against a typical $264), it is bigger than 4% of them (778 ft² against a typical 1,904 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (2,919 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1926 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 26% 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 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3217 Idlewood Ave, Richmond, VA was $3,828. The county assessed it at $319,000.

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