This highly sought out area of Richmond is right near VCU/MCV and all the history and museums one could want. Literally a 5 min walk to the VCU campus and 5 min drive to VCU medical center. There are 2 bedrooms and 2 baths upstairs. Downstairs is great living space and a half bath. Spacious kitchen has new stainless steel appliances and has an eat in area. Back yard is fenced in and private and has direct access to 2 parking spaces in the alley. There is also lots of on street parking and neighborhood pass parking available through the city. HVAC replaced in 2018, water heater replaced in 2021, roof and skylight replaced in 2022. Entire home has recently been painted and is ready for move in!
Sold for $290,000
$290,000
705 1/2 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA 23220
2beds
1,306sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
1,920 Square Feet Lot
$322,200 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$2,341 Estimated rent
Home value
$322,200
$306,000 - $342,000
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Listed by:
Brinlin Maki (804)986-4843,
Long & Foster REALTORS
Bought with:
Tierra Miles, 0225257723
Covenant Realty
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2419905
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Large room with spacious bath attached
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Description: Great for roommate and hall bath right next to it
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Description: Hardwoods, nice office/flex space
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: New SS appliances
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Description: Tall ceilings and parquet floors
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooking, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Laminate Counters, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Parquet, Partially Carpeted, Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space,Dirt Floor
- Attic: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,306 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,306
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Alley Access, Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1,920 Square Feet
- Features: Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: N0000308017
- Zoning description: R-7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Row House,Two Story
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Block, Drywall, Hardboard
- Roof: Flat,Rubber
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Carver
Location
- Region: Richmond
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $291,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,492
- Date on market: 12/10/2025
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2025 | Listing removed | $340,000$260/sqft |
Source:  CVRMLS #2526920 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $340,000+17.2%$260/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2526920 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2024 | Sold | $290,000-4.9%$222/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2419905 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2024 | Pending sale | $305,000$234/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Price change | $305,000-3.2%$234/sqft |
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| 9/3/2024 | Price change | $315,000-4.5%$241/sqft |
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| 8/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $330,000+230.8%$253/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #2419905 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2003 | Sold | $99,755$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,672 +5.2% | $306,000 +5.2% |
| 2024 | $3,492 +29.3% | $291,000 +29.3% |
| 2023 | $2,700 | $225,000 |
| 2022 | $2,700 +18.4% | $225,000 +18.4% |
| 2021 | $2,280 +15.9% | $190,000 +15.9% |
| 2020 | $1,968 +6.5% | $164,000 +6.5% |
| 2019 | $1,848 +12.4% | $154,000 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $1,644 +23.4% | $137,000 +7% |
| 2017 | $1,332 | $128,000 +2.4% |
| 2016 | $1,332 | $125,000 +14.7% |
| 2015 | $1,332 | $109,000 -1.8% |
| 2014 | $1,332 | $111,000 -8.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $121,000 -6.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $130,000 -7.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $141,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $141,000 -0.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $141,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $141,400 +14% |
| 2007 | -- | $124,000 +13.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $108,900 +14.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $95,000 +38.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $68,700 +9% |
| 2002 | -- | $63,000 |
| 2001 | $901 | $63,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Carver
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10George W. Carver Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Albert Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- NAMary Scott PreschoolGrades: Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carver
- Middle: Albert Hill
- High: Thomas Jefferson
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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