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$196,090$169 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $157,000 on Apr 27, 2020

5549 FOREST HILL AVE

RICHMOND, VA 23225
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,160 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.
694 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$196K
$163K low$230K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,000 · Apr 27, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,764 (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.$147,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$107,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$147,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$147,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyRICHMOND CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.01
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.Heat Pump
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.Deck · 80 ft²Porch · 36 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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 · 2.1 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%

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How this home compares

5549 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 less than 94% of homes in Cedarhurst
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Cedarhurst
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Cedarhurst
  • Among the smallest lots in Richmond 23225
  • Newer than 83% 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.

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$118K$987K

This home is worth more than 12% 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$196,090
CheaperTypical $352,040Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size694 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 5549 Forest Hill Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCedarhurstRichmond 23225Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,0906% of homes12% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16915% of homes17% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,160 ft²17% of homes23% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than694 ft²2% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than198272% of homes81% of homes83% of homes

About 5549 Forest Hill Ave

How much is 5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA is $196,090 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $162,585 to $229,595. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA last sell?

5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA last sold on Apr 27, 2020 for $157,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA?

5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,160 square feet of living space and a 0.01-acre lot.

When was 5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA built?

5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA?

5549 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 5549 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 12% of them ($196,090 against a typical $352,040), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($169 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,160 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (694 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1982 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 17% 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 5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5549 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA was $1,764. The county assessed it at $147,000.

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