Welcome to 1640 Lamar Ave, a solid all-brick Cape Cod in Petersburg, VA, offering a great investment opportunity. Priced to sell, this home is ideal for both first-time buyers and investors. Zoned R-2 (duplex), it can be used as a single-family residence or configured as a two-family dwelling. The first floor features oak floors, a living room with a brick hearth, two bedrooms, a sun porch, and a kitchen with a pantry. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional spacious bedrooms with knotty pine paneling and hardwood flooring. A detached oversized brick garage with a loft provides excellent storage and the potential for conversion into an apartment rental or in-law suite. The home does require some cosmetic updates and a new HVAC system. Being sold AS IS, this property represents a perfect opportunity for those willing to invest some effort for equity. Don’t miss out!
Sold for $200,000
$200,000
1640 Lamar Ave, Petersburg, VA 23803
4beds
1,939sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
7,501 Square Feet Lot
$205,000 Zestimate®
$103/sqft
$2,165 Estimated rent
Home value
$205,000
Estimated sales range
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Detached oversized brick garageAll-brick cape codHardwood flooringOak floors
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Listed by:
Cathy Mathews 804-245-1004,
Fresh Start Realty
Bought with:
Grace Helms, 0225153704
Long & Foster REALTORS
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2514472
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 13.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Florida room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 10.0
Laundry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 17.0
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Masonry
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,939 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,939
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Other, Paved, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Paved Driveway
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,501 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 028090002
- Zoning description: R-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Pembroke
Location
- Region: Petersburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $103/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $117,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,430
- Date on market: 1/7/2026
- Ownership: Partnership
- Ownership type: Partnership
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2025 | Sold | $200,000-6.8%$103/sqft |
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| 6/7/2025 | Pending sale | $214,500$111/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Price change | $214,500-4.5%$111/sqft |
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| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $224,500+28.3%$116/sqft |
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| 3/31/2025 | Listing removed | $175,000$90/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2505671 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $175,000$90/sqft |
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| 3/22/2025 | Pending sale | $175,000$90/sqft |
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| 3/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $175,000+192.2%$90/sqft |
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| 12/18/2019 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
Source: Fresh Start Group, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 2/28/2012 | Listing removed | $59,900$31/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2012 | Listed for sale | $59,900+15.2%$31/sqft |
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| 2/16/2012 | Sold | $52,000-12.6%$27/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #1202314 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2011 | Price change | $59,500-9.7%$31/sqft |
Source: Harris & Associates, Inc #1125493 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2011 | Price change | $65,900-40%$34/sqft |
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| 9/23/2011 | Listed for sale | $109,900-7.6%$57/sqft |
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| 9/9/2011 | Sold | $118,954+48.9%$61/sqft |
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| 5/14/2011 | Price change | $79,900-11.1%$41/sqft |
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| 2/4/2011 | Price change | $89,900-10%$46/sqft |
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| 1/4/2011 | Price change | $99,900-9.1%$52/sqft |
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| 11/28/2010 | Listed for sale | $109,900-8%$57/sqft |
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| 12/21/2006 | Sold | $119,500$62/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,486 | $117,000 |
| 2024 | $1,486 +3.9% | $117,000 +3.9% |
| 2023 | $1,430 -5.9% | $112,600 |
| 2022 | $1,520 | $112,600 |
| 2021 | -- | $112,600 |
| 2020 | -- | $112,600 +3.1% |
| 2018 | $1,474 | $109,200 |
| 2016 | $1,474 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,474 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,474 | -- |
| 2013 | $1,474 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $62,800 |
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Neighborhood: 23803
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Pleasants Lane elementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Vernon Johns Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 2/10Petersburg High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pleasants Lane
- Middle: Vernon Johns
- High: Petersburg
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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