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$205,564$156 / 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 93How 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

705 W LEIGH ST

RICHMOND, VA 23220
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,316 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.
1,394 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$206K
$192K low$219K 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.$205,564
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$164,451

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,864 (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.$322,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$247,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$308,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$322,000

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.Contemporary
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 65 ft²

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

E
George W. Carver Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Albert Hill Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23220These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.39,857
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,201 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,038
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,454
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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.Owner occupied
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

705 W Leigh St 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 79% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Richmond city County

What homes are worth in Richmond 23220

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

This home
$122K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Richmond 23220.

How it measures up in Richmond 23220

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23220.

Estimated value$205,564
CheaperTypical $316,496Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,316 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,730 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1,394 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1919Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 705 W Leigh St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarverRichmond 23220Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$205,56433% of homes21% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15647% of homes22% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,316 ft²31% of homes27% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,394 ft²12% of homes13% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than190028% of homes15% of homes5% of homes

About 705 W Leigh St

How much is 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA is $205,564 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $192,074 to $219,054. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA last sell?

705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA?

705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,316 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA built?

705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA?

705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA is assigned to George W. Carver Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Albert Hill Middle School (middle), rated C-; Thomas Jefferson High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Richmond City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23220?

Among the 8,426 homes in Richmond 23220, it is worth more than 21% of them ($205,564 against a typical $316,496), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($156 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,316 ft² against a typical 1,730 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (1,394 ft² against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 15% of them (1900 against a typical 1919). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 36% 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 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 705 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA was $3,864. The county assessed it at $322,000.

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