WITH THE WARM TEMPS- SUMMER IS ALMOST HERE- BRING ON THE SUMMER BBQs AROUND THE POOL!!!! This charming Dutch Colonial in the highly sought-after Buxton community features a private backyard oasis with a salt water inground pool. Tucked on a private lot just minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, and convenient interstate access, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of character, space, and outdoor living. Step outside and fall in love with the backyard retreat featuring a salt water inground pool with new liner, a large pool deck, and a fully fenced privacy yard—perfect for summer BBQs, pool parties, or relaxing evenings at home. The home sits on a spacious lot with a large front yard, long paved driveway, abundant parking, and a rear-entry one-car garage. A new septic tank provides peace of mind for years to come. Inside, the welcoming foyer showcases hardwood floors and classic trim details. The formal dining room features beautiful wood flooring, natural light, and a stylish barn slider door. The oversized family room offers plush carpet, a large picture window, and an easy flow into the eat-in kitchen. The kitchen is truly the heart of the home with its charming brick wood-burning fireplace, tile floors, stainless steel appliances, tiled backsplash, breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry, and a built-in desk area—plus great views of the backyard and pool. The first-floor primary suite includes hardwood floors, great natural light, built-in desk space, and a private ensuite bath. Upstairs you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and a large hall bath. One bedroom connects to a huge walk-in attic offering incredible storage or future expansion potential. The full basement adds even more living space with a large rec/bonus room featuring another brick fireplace, laundry area, and unfinished workshop/storage space with direct access to the garage.
Space, character, and the ultimate backyard for entertaining—this Buxton gem is a must-see!
For sale
$459,000
5817 Buxton Dr, Chester, VA 23831
4beds
2,942sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
0.41 Acres Lot
$457,500 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 157 days
- 342
- 13
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Courtney Moore membership@therealbrokerage.com,
Real Broker LLC 855-450-0442
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2605634
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
- Description: wood floors, ensuite, built-in desk
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Description: carpet, great natural light, ceiling fan
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Description: Carpet, Natural light, easy access to hall bath
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Description: huge, built-in desk, connects to walk-in storage
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Additional room
- Description: Huge walk-in storage off of bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Additional room
- Description: workshop area off of rec room in basement
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Description: barn door, chair rail and crown molding
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Description: Huge, carpet, big picture window
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Foyer
- Description: wood floors, beautiful trim work, spacious
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Description: Eat-in kitchen, fireplace, lots of cabinetry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Laundry
- Description: Access off of rec room
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Recreation
- Description: Brick fireplace, new paint, very large, carpet
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooking, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Bay Window, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, High Speed Internet, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Wired for Data, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: Access Only,Walk-In
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Masonry
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,942 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,346
- Finished area below ground: 596
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Paved, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Stoop, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Paved Driveway
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Pool, Private, Vinyl
- Fencing: Back Yard,Privacy,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 780655831100000
- Zoning description: R7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Dutch Colonial,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Buxton
Location
- Region: Chester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $414,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,492
- Date on market: 3/30/2026
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Estimated market value
$457,500
$435,000 - $480,000
$3,014/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2026 | Price change | $459,000-2.1%$156/sqft |
Source:  CVRMLS #2605634 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $469,000$159/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2605634 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2026 | Listing removed | $469,000$159/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2527593 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $469,000+68.7%$159/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2527593 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2016 | Sold | $278,000-2.5%$94/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #1612622 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2016 | Price change | $285,000-2.7%$97/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster REALTORS #1612622 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2016 | Price change | $293,000-2%$100/sqft |
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| 4/19/2016 | Listed for sale | $298,950$102/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster REALTORS #1612622 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,492 +2.5% | $392,400 +3.6% |
| 2024 | $3,408 +5.8% | $378,700 +6.9% |
| 2023 | $3,222 +6.4% | $354,100 +7.6% |
| 2022 | $3,028 +11.4% | $329,100 +15% |
| 2021 | $2,719 +2.9% | $286,200 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $2,643 +2.3% | $278,200 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,583 +5.3% | $271,900 +7.5% |
| 2018 | $2,453 +7.9% | $252,900 +3.9% |
| 2017 | $2,273 | $243,500 +2.8% |
| 2016 | $2,273 -1% | $236,800 -1% |
| 2015 | $2,297 +1.9% | $239,300 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $2,254 | $234,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $234,800 -3.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $242,600 -2% |
| 2011 | -- | $247,500 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $258,900 -0.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $261,000 -3% |
| 2008 | -- | $269,000 +18.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $227,500 +28.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $177,200 +7.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $164,500 +5.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $155,400 +4.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $148,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $148,300 |
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Neighborhood: 23831
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ecoff
- Middle: Carver
- High: Bird
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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