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$206,382$172 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

5501 CHAMBERLAYNE AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23227
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,199 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$206K
$183K low$229K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,409 (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.$282,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$119,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$270,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$282,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.55
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyHENRICO
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.1967
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
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.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 198 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Chamberlayne Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Brookland Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Hermitage High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Henrico County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23227These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.26,569
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,198 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,315
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,019
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5501 Chamberlayne Ave 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 83% of homes in Richmond 23227
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Richmond 23227
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Henrico County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Henrico County

What homes are worth in Richmond 23227

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

This home
$135K$657K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Richmond 23227.

How it measures up in Richmond 23227

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23227.

Estimated value$206,382
CheaperTypical $285,290Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,199 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 5501 Chamberlayne Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 23227Henrico County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,38217% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17253% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,199 ft²17% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac70% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than194832% of homes8% of homes

About 5501 Chamberlayne Ave

How much is 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA is $206,382 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $183,428 to $229,336. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA?

5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,199 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA built?

5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA?

5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA is assigned to Chamberlayne Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Brookland Middle School (middle), rated F; Hermitage High School (high), rated F. All sit in Henrico County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23227?

Among the 7,274 homes in Richmond 23227, it is worth more than 17% of them ($206,382 against a typical $285,290), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($172 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,199 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1948 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Henrico County, it is worth more than 21% 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 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5501 Chamberlayne Ave, Richmond, VA was $2,409. The county assessed it at $282,200.

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