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$452,459$326 / 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 94How 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

5208 SYLVAN RD

RICHMOND, VA 23225
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,390 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$452K
$426K low$479K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,112 (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.$426,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$147,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$279,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$396,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$426,000

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.3 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.Ranch
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Deck · 150 ft²

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 · 0.3 mi
M
Lucille M. Brown Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Huguenot High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 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

5208 Sylvan 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 87% of homes in Westover Hills
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Richmond 23225
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Westover Hills
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Westover Hills
  • Older than 69% of homes in Richmond 23225

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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$126K$1M

This home is worth more than 68% 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$452,459
CheaperTypical $357,247Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,390 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,551 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 5208 Sylvan Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestover HillsRichmond 23225Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$452,45913% of homes68% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32634% of homes86% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,390 ft²11% of homes38% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac2% of homes14% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than195068% of homes31% of homes56% of homes

About 5208 Sylvan Rd

How much is 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA is $452,459 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $425,820 to $479,098. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA last sell?

5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA?

5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,390 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA built?

5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA?

5208 Sylvan Rd, 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 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23225?

Among the 10,792 homes in Richmond 23225, it is worth more than 68% of them ($452,459 against a typical $357,247), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($326 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,390 ft² against a typical 1,551 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1950 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 65% 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 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5208 Sylvan Rd, Richmond, VA was $5,112. The county assessed it at $426,000.

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