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$706,664$349 / 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 91How 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 $325,000 on Dec 5, 2016

5205 SYLVAN CT

RICHMOND, VA 23225
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,026 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$707K
$644K low$769K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Dec 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,756 (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.$563,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$179,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$384,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$551,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$563,000

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.Colonial
CountyRICHMOND CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.Roll Composition (rolled Mineral Roof)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Deck · 160 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
Westover Hills Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Lucille M. Brown Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Huguenot High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23225These 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.108
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 100.65

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
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.42,106
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,843 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,188
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,140
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

5205 Sylvan Ct 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 more than 92% of homes in Richmond 23225
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Richmond 23225
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Richmond 23225
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Westover Hills
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Westover Hills

What homes are worth in Richmond 23225

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

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$123K$966K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Richmond 23225.

How it measures up in Richmond 23225

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23225.

Estimated value$706,664
CheaperTypical $355,877Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$349
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area2,026 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 5205 Sylvan Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestover HillsRichmond 23225Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$706,66451% of homes92% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34949% of homes92% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than2,026 ft²53% of homes77% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac74% of homes44% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than199496% of homes88% of homes87% of homes

About 5205 Sylvan Ct

How much is 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA is $706,664 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $644,136 to $769,192. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA last sell?

5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA last sold on Dec 5, 2016 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA?

5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,026 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA built?

5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA?

5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA is assigned to Westover Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Lucille M. Brown Middle School (middle), rated F; Huguenot High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Richmond City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23225?

Among the 10,791 homes in Richmond 23225, it is worth more than 92% of them ($706,664 against a typical $355,877), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($349 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,026 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1994 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 86% 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 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5205 Sylvan Ct, Richmond, VA was $6,756. The county assessed it at $563,000.

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