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$305,141$137 / 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 80How 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
Last sold for $126,000 on Mar 16, 1998

5531 FOREST HILL AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23225
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,228 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.
3.4 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.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$305K
$243K low$367K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$126,000 · Mar 16, 1998
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.$95,141
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$76,113
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.70%
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.$210,000
SUNTRUST BK · recorded Dec 15, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,508 (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.$459,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$98,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$361,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$446,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$459,000

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.Cape Cod
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.3.40
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
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 · 498 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Lucille M. Brown Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Southampton Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
H
Huguenot High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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.Yes

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

5531 Forest Hill 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 more than 80% of homes in Cedarhurst
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Cedarhurst
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Cedarhurst
  • Among the largest lots in Cedarhurst
  • Newer than 69% 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
$104K$728K

This home is worth more than 65% 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$305,141
CheaperTypical $257,466Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,228 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,546 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size3.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 5531 Forest Hill Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCedarhurstRichmond 23225Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,14180% of homes65% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13721% of homes25% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,228 ft²93% of homes83% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.4 acalmost all homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than195947% of homes55% of homes69% of homes

About 5531 Forest Hill Ave

How much is 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA is $305,141 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $243,095 to $367,187. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on Mar 16, 1998 for $126,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA?

5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,228 square feet of living space and a 3.40-acre lot.

When was 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA built?

5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA?

5531 Forest Hill Ave, 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 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23225?

Among the 10,792 homes in Richmond 23225, it is worth more than 65% of them ($305,141 against a typical $257,466), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($137 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,228 ft² against a typical 1,546 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (3.4 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 61% 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 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5531 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA was $5,508. The county assessed it at $459,000.

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