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$232,334$151 / 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 61How 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 WESTOWER DR

RICHMOND, VA 23225
1
Baths
1,535 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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

$232K
$142K low$322K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$207,334
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$165,867
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.12%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$25,000
BANK OF AMERICA NA · recorded Sep 29, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,012 (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.$251,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$188,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$234,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$251,000

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.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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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.Slate
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.Porch · 144 ft²

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

M
Lucille M. Brown Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Southampton Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Huguenot High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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 Westower Dr 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Richmond city County

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
$105K$719K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$232,334
CheaperTypical $257,543Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,535 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,546 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 5501 Westower Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCedarhurstRichmond 23225Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$232,33437% of homes42% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15136% of homes37% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,535 ft²54% of homes49% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac53% of homes51% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than195947% of homes55% of homes68% of homes

About 5501 Westower Dr

How much is 5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA is $232,334 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $142,306 to $322,362. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA last sell?

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

How big is 5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA?

5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA has 1 bathrooms, 1,535 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA built?

5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA?

5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA is assigned to Lucille M. Brown Middle School (middle), rated F; Southampton Elementary School (elementary), 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 5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23225?

Among the 10,792 homes in Richmond 23225, it is worth more than 42% of them ($232,334 against a typical $257,543), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($151 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,535 ft² against a typical 1,546 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1959 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 44% 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 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5501 Westower Dr, Richmond, VA was $3,012. The county assessed it at $251,000.

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