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$214,541$201 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

708 ST JAMES ST

RICHMOND, VA 23220
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,070 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.
948 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$215K
$193K low$236K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,872 (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.$156,000 (2026)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$156,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$154,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$156,000

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyRICHMOND CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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 · 0.7 mi
M
Albert Hill Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 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%

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How this home compares

708 St James 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 94% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Richmond 23220
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Jackson Ward
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Among the newest homes in Jackson Ward

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
$145K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 6% 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$214,541
CheaperTypical $418,154Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $292Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,070 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,740 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size948 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 708 St James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJackson WardRichmond 23220Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,5419% of homes6% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20131% of homes14% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,070 ft²16% of homes18% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than948 ft²15% of homes6% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than2022almost all homes97% of homes98% of homes

About 708 St James St

How much is 708 St James St, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 708 St James St, Richmond, VA is $214,541 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $193,470 to $235,612. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 708 St James St, Richmond, VA last sell?

708 St James St, Richmond, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 708 St James St, Richmond, VA?

708 St James St, Richmond, VA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,070 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 708 St James St, Richmond, VA built?

708 St James St, Richmond, VA was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 708 St James St, Richmond, VA?

708 St James 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 708 St James St, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23220?

Among the 8,425 homes in Richmond 23220, it is worth more than 6% of them ($214,541 against a typical $418,154), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($201 against a typical $292), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,070 ft² against a typical 1,740 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (948 ft² against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 97% of them (2022 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Richmond city 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 708 St James St, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 708 St James St, Richmond, VA was $1,872. The county assessed it at $156,000.

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