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$423,896$172 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $308,000 on Mar 1, 2021

8718 CHESTER FOREST LN

NORTH CHESTERFIELD, VA 23237
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,460 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$424K
$395K low$452K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$308,000 · Mar 1, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$25 (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.$368,600 (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.$293,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$354,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$368,600

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.Traditional/Old
CountyCHESTERFIELD
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.2021
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (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.Patio · 160 ft²Porch · 228 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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(1)

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

M
Salem Church Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
E
Beulah Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Lloyd C. Bird High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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

8718 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 more than 88% of homes in Richmond 23237
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Chesterfield County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Richmond 23237
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Richmond 23237
  • Older than 72% 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$531K

This home is worth more than 88% 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$423,896
CheaperTypical $312,464Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,460 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 8718 Chester Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichmond 23237Chesterfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$423,89688% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17224% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than2,460 ft²89% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac65% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than197942% of homes28% of homes

About 8718 Chester Forest Ln

How much is 8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA is $423,896 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $395,439 to $452,353. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA last sell?

8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA last sold on Mar 1, 2021 for $308,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA?

8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,460 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA built?

8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA?

8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA is assigned to Salem Church Middle School (middle), rated F; Beulah Elementary School (elementary), 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 8718 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 88% of them ($423,896 against a typical $312,464), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($172 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,460 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1979 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Chesterfield County, it is worth more than 57% 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 8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8718 Chester Forest Ln, North Chesterfield, VA was $25. The county assessed it at $368,600.

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