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$458,166$270 / 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 79How 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 $452,000 on Jan 23, 2026

8517 ELM RD

RICHMOND, VA 23235
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,697 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$458K
$362K low$554K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$452,000 · Jan 23, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,700 (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.$475,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$113,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$362,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$451,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$475,000

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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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.Deck · 714 ft²Porch · 88 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

H
Huguenot High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
J.B. Fisher Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Lucille M. Brown Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Richmond City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23235These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
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.35,853
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,009 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,706
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

8517 Elm Rd 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 87% of homes in Richmond 23235
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Richmond 23235
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Southampton
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Richmond city County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Richmond 23235

What homes are worth in Richmond 23235

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

This home
$159K$702K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Richmond 23235.

How it measures up in Richmond 23235

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23235.

Estimated value$458,166
CheaperTypical $320,508Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,697 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,983 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 8517 Elm Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthamptonRichmond 23235Richmond city County
Estimated valuepricier than$458,16673% of homes87% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27089% of homes97% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,697 ft²31% of homes34% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac38% of homes62% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than195320% of homes5% of homes60% of homes

About 8517 Elm Rd

How much is 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA is $458,166 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $361,995 to $554,337. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA last sell?

8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA last sold on Jan 23, 2026 for $452,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA?

8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,697 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA built?

8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA?

8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA is assigned to Huguenot High School (high), rated D-; J.B. Fisher Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Lucille M. Brown Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Richmond City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23235?

Among the 12,619 homes in Richmond 23235, it is worth more than 87% of them ($458,166 against a typical $320,508), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($270 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,697 ft² against a typical 1,983 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1953 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Richmond city County, it is worth more than 82% 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 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8517 Elm Rd, Richmond, VA was $5,700. The county assessed it at $475,000.

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