243 S. Adams St. is the sparkling gem fronting on Poplar Lawn Park. A wrap around porch lets you enjoy the evening breezes while having an unobstructed view of Petersburg's finest and most historic park. This 1910, totally restored, grand residence is a fitting site for family gatherings, lavish entertaining, or just a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Located on a quiet dead-end street, you have the privacy, but also the amenities of downtown's finest shops and restaurants, just a short walk away. Four large bedrooms, three updated bathrooms, an attic for storage and a laundry room basement adds to the convenience and practicality of this quality renovation. The kitchen has updated appliances, generous cooking areas and access to a formal dining room or backyard entertainment area. The whole house has been freshly painted inside and out and is move in ready. The heating and cooling systems provide total comfort and are sized appropriately for a house of this size and layout. Once you take a personal tour with the listing agent you will immediately fall in love with the house and the historic neighborhood that surrounds it. Make an appointment today to view your new home.
For sale
$399,900
243 S Adams St, Petersburg, VA 23803
4beds
2,768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
4,051 Square Feet Lot
$394,700 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 9 days
- 229
- 13
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bill Hartsock (804)452-0505,
Parr & Abernathy Realty, Inc. 804-458-2574
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2623498
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Half bath
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Attic: Walk-up
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,768 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,768
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,051 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 022260021
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Drywall, Frame
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Petersburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $249,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,164
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Estimated market value
$394,700
$375,000 - $414,000
$2,715/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900$144/sqft |
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| 8/25/2026 | Listing removed | $399,900$144/sqft |
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| 7/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900$144/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Listing removed | $399,900$144/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,9000%$144/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Listing removed | $399,950$144/sqft |
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| 6/6/2026 | Price change | $399,950-16.5%$144/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $479,000-8.8%$173/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Listing removed | $525,000$190/sqft |
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| 12/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000+110.8%$190/sqft |
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| 12/22/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/19/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,750$1/sqft |
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| 5/14/2020 | Listing removed | $1,750$1/sqft |
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| 5/10/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,750+6.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/5/2018 | Listing removed | $1,650$1/sqft |
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| 1/5/2018 | Price change | $1,650+10%$1/sqft |
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| 1/4/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,500+7.5%$1/sqft |
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| 4/21/2017 | Listing removed | $1,395$1/sqft |
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| 4/17/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,395$1/sqft |
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| 1/22/2016 | Listing removed | $249,000$90/sqft |
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| 10/21/2015 | Price change | $249,000+10.7%$90/sqft |
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| 10/18/2015 | Listed for sale | $224,950$81/sqft |
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| 10/22/2014 | Listing removed | $224,950$81/sqft |
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| 4/25/2014 | Listed for sale | $224,950-29.7%$81/sqft |
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| 8/8/2010 | Listing removed | $319,950+42.5%$116/sqft |
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| 4/6/2010 | Sold | $224,500+11%$81/sqft |
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| 1/19/2005 | Sold | $202,315$73/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,164 | $249,100 |
| 2024 | $3,164 +35.9% | $249,100 +35.9% |
| 2023 | $2,328 -5.9% | $183,300 |
| 2022 | $2,475 | $183,300 -15.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $215,800 |
| 2020 | -- | $215,800 |
| 2018 | $2,913 | $215,800 |
| 2016 | $2,913 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,913 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,913 | -- |
| 2013 | $2,913 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
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| 2004 | -- | -- |
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| 2002 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 23803
Nearby schools
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.






