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$498,761$295 / 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 92How 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

5305 DORCHESTER RD

RICHMOND, VA 23225
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,691 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$499K
$458K low$540K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,148 (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.$429,000 (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.$282,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$420,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$429,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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 · 240 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 · 0.4 mi
M
Lucille M. Brown Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Huguenot High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 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

5305 Dorchester 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 82% of homes in Westover Hills
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Westover Hills
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Westover Hills
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Richmond 23225
  • Newer than 87% 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.

This home
$123K$966K

This home is worth more than 75% 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$498,761
CheaperTypical $355,877Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$295
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,691 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 5305 Dorchester Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestover HillsRichmond 23225Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$498,76118% of homes75% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29520% of homes76% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,691 ft²29% of homes60% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac50% of homes28% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than196187% of homes61% of homes71% of homes

About 5305 Dorchester Rd

How much is 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA is $498,761 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $457,758 to $539,764. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA last sell?

5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA?

5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,691 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA built?

5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA?

5305 Dorchester 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 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23225?

Among the 10,791 homes in Richmond 23225, it is worth more than 75% of them ($498,761 against a typical $355,877), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($295 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,691 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1961 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 70% 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 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5305 Dorchester Rd, Richmond, VA was $5,148. The county assessed it at $429,000.

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