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Sold for $229,950
  • $229,950

    521 James Ave, Colonial Heights, VA 23834

    2beds
    1,350sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1964
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $274,700 Zestimate®
    $170/sqft
    $1,647 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $274,700

    $261,000 - $288,000

    $1,647/mo

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    What's special

    Brick rancherMini splitTiled floorExtra counter topNice picture windowPlenty of cabinetsDouble door closet
    Welcome to this wonderful, well maintained, all brick rancher w/2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath & 1,350 sq ft located in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. Living room has nice picture window & carpeted. Family room is carpeted has pocket door to create privacy & another door giving access to kitchen, backyard or garage. The family room could be a potential large extra bedroom or converted to a dining room. The primary bedroom is carpeted, w/its own private half bath with tiled floor & walk in closet. Second bedroom w/wall to wall carpet, double door closet & cf w/light. Kitchen has plenty of cabinets, w/new stainless steel large single sink, new faucet, window to back yard, a brand new section of cabinets including extra counter top! Backyard has timber tech deck to relax & enjoy this beautiful, large, fenced in backyard for years to come! Large outbuilding w/lighting for work area or storage. In the last year the owner has updated ridge vent, front & back doors w/storm doors, upgrade from baseboard heat to forced air heat pump, water heater, kitchen sink, faucet, outdoor light in front & back yard, added mini split to garage and new insulation in garage! Book your showing today!!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    James Strum (804)432-3408,

    Long & Foster REALTORS,

    Tasha Crotts 336-710-2388,

    Long & Foster REALTORS

    Bought with:

    Jenny Hunt, 0225227906

    Swearingen Realty Co

    Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2322832MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Carpet, overhead light, 1/2 bath, walk-in closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 11.0 x 11.0
    Bedroom 2
    • Description: Carpet, cf w/light, dd closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13.0 x 12.0
    Family room
    • Description: Wall to wall carpet, cf w/light, pocket door
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 17.0 x 11.0
    Foyer
    • Description: Luxury vinyl flooring and carpet, coat closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13.0 x 4.0
    Other
    • Description: Tub & Shower
    • Level: First
    Half bath
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Description: New farmstyle sink, black appliances,overhead lght
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 16.0 x 11.0
    Laundry
    • Description: Vinyl floor, utility sink, access to backyard
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 8.0 x 8.0
    Living room
    • Description: Wall to wall carpet, picture window
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 16.0 x 13.0
    Heating
    • Electric, Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Exhaust Fan, Electric Cooking, Range, Smooth Cooktop
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,350

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Unpaved
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck, Lighting, Out Building(s), Storage, Shed, Unpaved Driveway
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Fenced,Full
    Lot
    • Size: 0.34 Acres
    • Features: Level
    • Topography: Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Outbuilding
    • Parcel number: 53000100003
    • Zoning description: R2

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Frame
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1964

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Colonial Heights
    • Subdivision: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Ownership: Individuals
    • Ownership type: Sole Proprietor

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/25/2023Sold$229,950$170/sqft
    Source: CVRMLS #2322832 Report a problem
    9/24/2023Pending sale$229,950$170/sqft
    Source: CVRMLS #2322832 Report a problem
    9/21/2023Listed for sale$229,950+17.9%$170/sqft
    Source: CVRMLS #2322832 Report a problem
    10/19/2022Sold$195,000+2.7%$144/sqft
    Source: CVRMLS #2225537 Report a problem
    9/19/2022Pending sale$189,950$141/sqft
    Source: CVRMLS #2225537 Report a problem
    9/15/2022Listed for sale$189,950+36.2%$141/sqft
    Source: CVRMLS #2225537 Report a problem
    9/13/2018Sold$139,500$103/sqft
    Source: CVRMLS #1828409 Report a problem
    8/8/2018Pending sale$139,500$103/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster REALTORS #1828409 Report a problem
    8/6/2018Listed for sale$139,500$103/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster REALTORS #1828409 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,360 $196,700
    2024$2,360 +17.5%$196,700 +17.5%
    2023$2,009 $167,400
    2022$2,009 +15.4%$167,400 +15.4%
    2021$1,741 $145,100
    2020$1,741 +11.2%$145,100 +11.2%
    2019$1,566 $130,500
    2018$1,566 +9.4%$130,500
    2017$1,432 --
    2016$1,432 +91.2%--
    2015$749 --
    2014$749 --
    2013-- --
    2012-- --
    2011-- --
    2010-- --
    2004-- --
    2003-- --
    2002-- --

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 23834

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: North
    • Middle: Colonial Heights
    • High: Colonial Heights

    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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