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$321,028$165 / 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 88How 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

8601 CHESTER FOREST LN

NORTH CHESTERFIELD, VA 23237
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,940 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$321K
$283K low$359K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,764 (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.$307,700 (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.$232,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$293,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$307,700

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyCHESTERFIELD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Yes
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 · 120 ft²Patio · 120 ft²

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

E
Beulah Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Salem Church Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Lloyd C. Bird High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Chesterfield County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23237These 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.109
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 100.59

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,174
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,410 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,951
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,658
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

8601 Chester Forest Ln 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 74% of homes in Chesterfield County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Chesterfield County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Richmond 23237
  • Older than 70% of homes in Chesterfield County

What homes are worth in Richmond 23237

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

This home
$141K$532K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Richmond 23237.

How it measures up in Richmond 23237

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richmond 23237.

Estimated value$321,028
CheaperTypical $311,987Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,940 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 8601 Chester Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 23237Chesterfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$321,02855% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16518% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,940 ft²73% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac62% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than198048% of homes30% of homes

About 8601 Chester Forest Ln

How much is 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA is $321,028 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $283,391 to $358,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA last sell?

8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA?

8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,940 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA built?

8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA?

8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA is assigned to Beulah Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Salem Church Middle School (middle), rated F; Lloyd C. Bird High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Chesterfield County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA compare to other homes in Richmond 23237?

Among the 9,811 homes in Richmond 23237, it is worth more than 55% of them ($321,028 against a typical $311,987), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($165 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,940 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1980 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Chesterfield County, it is worth more than 26% 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 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8601 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA was $2,764. The county assessed it at $307,700.

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