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$258,912$176 / 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 97How 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 $75,000 on Jul 19, 2017

3518 DORSET RD

RICHMOND, VA 23234
1.5
Baths
1,470 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$259K
$250K low$267K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Jul 19, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,300 (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.$275,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$210,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$264,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$275,000

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.Cape Cod
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.0.47
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 140 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
J.L. Francis Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
George Wythe High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
River City Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23234These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.49,128
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,432 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,838
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,582
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

3518 Dorset Rd 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 68% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Cottrell Farms

What homes are worth in Richmond 23234

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

This home
$100K$497K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Richmond 23234.

How it measures up in Richmond 23234

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23234.

Estimated value$258,912
CheaperTypical $285,376Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$176
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 3518 Dorset Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCottrell FarmsRichmond 23234Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,91237% of homes39% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17632% of homes44% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,470 ft²61% of homes44% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac71% of homes83% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than195210% of homes15% of homes59% of homes

About 3518 Dorset Rd

How much is 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA is $258,912 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $250,496 to $267,328. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA last sell?

3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA last sold on Jul 19, 2017 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA?

3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,470 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA built?

3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA?

3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA is assigned to J.L. Francis Elementary School (elementary), rated C; George Wythe High School (high), rated F; River City 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 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23234?

Among the 14,501 homes in Richmond 23234, it is worth more than 39% of them ($258,912 against a typical $285,376), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($176 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,470 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1952 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 32% 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 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3518 Dorset Rd, Richmond, VA was $3,300. The county assessed it at $275,000.

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