Discover the charm and comfort of 12501 Lively Street in Chester, VA – an inviting home offering approximately 1905 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space and sitting on .71-acre corner lot. Come inside and find a living room with plenty of natural light, hardwood flooring, chair rail, decorative crown molding, and gas fireplace. The dining area offers a bay window and French doors and a beautifully updated kitchen that features oak cabinets with a warm, classic look, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and stainless and black appliances, ideal for all your culinary and storage needs. Upstairs you will find primary bedroom and updated bathroom with walk-in shower, two additional bedrooms and an updated full bathroom. On the lower level unwind in the cozy family room, complete with built-in bookshelves and a classic brick wall with gas fireplace – perfect for relaxing on chilly evenings. Additionally, there is a sunroom with newer mini-spit unit, fourth bedroom/office, an updated half bathroom with vinyl flooring, and a conveniently located laundry room. In the basement there is a amazing WORKSHOP (23’ x 11’) with concrete floor and a whole house central vacuum system. Also enjoy the peace and comfort of newer roof and gutters installed in 2019, and water heater in 2023. All of this is conveniently located just minutes from I-95 and VA-288, offering easy access to shopping and dining. This home combines comfort and functionality for everyday living and entertainment! Truly a special place to call home.
Sold for $370,000
$370,000
12501 Lively St, Chester, VA 23831
4beds
1,905sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.72 Acres Lot
$378,000 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$2,655 Estimated rent
Home value
$378,000
$355,000 - $404,000
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Gas fireplaceCozy family roomStainless and black appliancesGranite countertopsBeautifully updated kitchenPrimary bedroomConveniently located laundry room
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Listed by:
Vickie Simpson 804-615-4757,
Long & Foster REALTORS
Bought with:
Christopher Alexander, 0225248042
The Hogan Group Real Estate
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2531792
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Carpet, Closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 11.9
Bedroom 2
- Description: Carpet, Closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 11.6
Bedroom 3
- Description: Carpet, Closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 11.1
Bedroom 4
- Description: Carpet, Closet,
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.10
Dining room
- Description: Hardwood Frr, French Door, Bay Window
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 10.10
Family room
- Description: Hardwood Flr, Built-in Bookcases, Gas FP
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 23.5 x 11.4
Florida room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 8.11
Foyer
- Description: Hardwood Flr
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 3.9 x 3.1
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Hardwood Flr, Granite Countertops
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.9 x 11.6
Laundry
- Description: Vinyl Flooring
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 5.1
Living room
- Description: Hardwood Flr, Gas FP
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 21.6 x 13.3
Heating
- Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooking, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Bay Window, Fireplace, Granite Counters, Workshop
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Insert
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,905 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,905
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars
Features
- Levels: Three Or More,Multi/Split
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Paved Driveway
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.72 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 797652669500000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tri-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chester
- Subdivision: Shady Acres
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/23/2026 | Sold | $370,000-1.3%$194/sqft |
Source:  CVRMLS #2531792 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Pending sale | $375,000$197/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2531792 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $375,000$197/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2531792 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,559 +2.8% | $287,500 +4% |
| 2024 | $2,489 +4.4% | $276,500 +5.6% |
| 2023 | $2,383 +6.6% | $261,900 +7.8% |
| 2022 | $2,236 +10.5% | $243,000 +14.1% |
| 2021 | $2,024 +1.9% | $213,000 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $1,986 +5.4% | $209,100 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $1,884 +3.6% | $198,300 +6.6% |
| 2018 | $1,818 +7.7% | $186,100 +2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,689 | $181,300 +4.6% |
| 2016 | $1,689 -4.6% | $173,300 -4.7% |
| 2015 | $1,770 +3.1% | $181,800 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $1,717 | $176,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $176,300 -0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $177,500 -0.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $177,700 -5.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $188,100 -9% |
| 2009 | -- | $206,600 +3.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $199,600 +9.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $183,000 +32% |
| 2005 | -- | $138,600 +12.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $123,200 +1.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $121,200 +3.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $116,600 +3.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $112,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 23831
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10C E Curtis Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Elizabeth Davis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 4/10Thomas Dale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Curtis
- Middle: Elizabeth Davis
- High: Thomas Dale
Source: CVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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