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$294,032$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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $142,000 on Jun 18, 2018

5242 PLUM ST

NORTH CHESTERFIELD, VA 23237
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,344 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$294K
$256K low$332K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,000 · Jun 18, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,295 (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.$255,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$239,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$255,100

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.Traditional/Old
CountyCHESTERFIELD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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 · 252 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Salem Church Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Salem Church Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Lloyd C. Bird High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Chesterfield County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23237These 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.109
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 100.59

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,174
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,410 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,951
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,658
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

5242 Plum St 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 81% of homes in Chesterfield County
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Richmond 23237
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Chesterfield County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Chesterfield County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Chesterfield County

What homes are worth in Richmond 23237

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

This home
$143K$546K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Richmond 23237.

How it measures up in Richmond 23237

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23237.

Estimated value$294,032
CheaperTypical $312,152Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,544 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 5242 Plum St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 23237Chesterfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$294,03241% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21968% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²36% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac23% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than198151% of homes32% of homes

About 5242 Plum St

How much is 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA is $294,032 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $256,462 to $331,602. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA last sell?

5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA last sold on Jun 18, 2018 for $142,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA?

5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA built?

5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA?

5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA is assigned to Salem Church Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Salem Church Middle School (middle), rated F; Lloyd C. Bird High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Chesterfield County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23237?

Among the 9,811 homes in Richmond 23237, it is worth more than 41% of them ($294,032 against a typical $312,152), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($219 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1981 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Chesterfield County, it is worth more than 19% 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 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5242 Plum St, North Chesterfield, VA was $2,295. The county assessed it at $255,100.

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