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    • Price cut: $10K (4/28)
    $459,000

    5817 Buxton Dr, Chester, VA 23831

    4beds
    2,942sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1980
    0.41 Acres Lot
    $456,700 Zestimate®
    $156/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    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!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Courtney Moore membership@therealbrokerage.com,

    Real Broker LLC 855-450-0442

    Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2605634MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS

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      Facts & 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

        $456,700

        $434,000 - $480,000

        $3,096/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/28/2026Price change$459,000-2.1%$156/sqft
        Source: CVRMLS #2605634 Report a problem
        3/31/2026Listed for sale$469,000$159/sqft
        Source: CVRMLS #2605634 Report a problem
        1/13/2026Listing removed$469,000$159/sqft
        Source: CVRMLS #2527593 Report a problem
        10/16/2025Listed for sale$469,000+68.7%$159/sqft
        Source: CVRMLS #2527593 Report a problem
        8/22/2016Sold$278,000-2.5%$94/sqft
        Source: CVRMLS #1612622 Report a problem
        5/27/2016Price change$285,000-2.7%$97/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster REALTORS #1612622 Report a problem
        5/16/2016Price change$293,000-2%$100/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster REALTORS #1612622 Report a problem
        4/19/2016Listed for sale$298,950$102/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster REALTORS #1612622 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax 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
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 23831

        Getting around

        15 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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