$650,000

12665 Petersburg St Chester, VA 23831

$7,719
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
4,079 sqft
2.8 acres
$159 / sqft
House

Property details

About 12665 Petersburg St

Executive Home in the Heart of Chester – Private, Custom, Renovated Showplace. Freshly painted throughout the main and second levels, this stunning 3-story, 4,079 sq ft custom-built Wesley Burton home is nestled on a quiet dead-end street in Chester, offering 2.81 acres of privacy and charm. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 3 fireplaces (including one gas), this home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates throughout. The main level boasts formal living and dining rooms with hardwood floors, a welcoming foyer, a spacious family room with built-ins and a gas fireplace, and an oversized eat-in kitchen complete with a peninsula, tile backsplash, and pantry cabinet. A screened porch enhances the home’s warmth and functionality. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a renovated primary suite featuring a wood-burning fireplace with a classic wood surround and dentil molding. The luxurious en suite includes a walk-in tile shower, double vanity, window for natural light, and an oversized walk-in closet—your perfect retreat. The walk-out English basement adds even more flexibility with a large rec room and wood-burning fireplace, a 5th bedroom or guest room, a full bathroom with walk-in tiled shower, a spacious utility room, and direct access to the back and side yards. Exterior highlights include a paved circular driveway, brick walkways, covered front stoop, patio, and fenced rear yard. You'll also enjoy two garages (20’x40’ with 10’ doors and 20’x24’ with power), four sheds, a luxury chicken coop, fire pit, children’s playhouse, trampoline, and a ready-to-go playground. Recent upgrades include: roof (2020), windows (2016), exterior paint (2021), and fresh interior paint (2025). This home is a rare find—an elegant and private oasis that lives like a year-round vacation. Basement was used for investment purposes as a Short Term Rental and generated approximately $1500/month.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size4,079 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size2.81 Acres
Year built1972
ParkingDriveway, Detached, Garage, Oversized, Paved, Shared Driveway, Workshop in Garage
MLS #2508908
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas, Masonry, Vented, Wood Burning

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Bay Window, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Solid Surface Counters, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Gas, Masonry, Vented, Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Oversized, Paved, Shared Driveway, Workshop in Garage
  • Exterior: Basketball Court, Deck, Lighting, Out Building(s), Play Structure, Porch, Storage, Shed, Paved Driveway
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Two Story
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • List Price: $650,000
  • Price/SqFt: $159
  • Annual Tax Amount: $248
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Dead End Street, Landscaped
  • Directions: Chester Rd. to Winfree St. Left on Curtis St. Right on Petersburg St.
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 4,079 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 2.81 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2508908
  • MLS Name: CVR
  • Office Name: Engel & Volkers Richmond
  • Office Phone: (804) 476-9870
  • Office Email: chris.herron@evrealestate.com
  • Listing Agent: Tina Morris

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12665 Petersburg St, Chester, VA 23831 - dutch colonial with a front yard, a chimney, a gambrel roof, fence private yard, and roof with shingles

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 09, 2022
Home Sold
$580,000
Apr 04, 2002
Home Sold
$87,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$27,600$248
2023$27,600$251
2022$24,000$216
2021$22,800$216
2020$21,200$186
2019$19,600$186
2018$19,600$186
2017$19,600$188

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

C.E. Curtis Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

3600 W Hundred Rd

3

C.C. Wells Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

13101 S Chester Rd

6

Ecoff Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.1 mi

5200 Ecoff Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $70,886. Residents of Chester, VA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

24%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • LincolnLincoln
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • ClassicalClassical
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 12665 Petersburg St

The listing price of 12665 Petersburg St property is $650,000.

The property 12665 Petersburg St is a house located in Chester, Virginia, 23831.

Sale Pending: 12665 Petersburg St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

The nearby schools for 12665 Petersburg St are: C.E. Curtis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), C.C. Wells Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ecoff Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Carver Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Salem Church Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Elizabeth Davis Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Thomas Dale High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carver College and Career Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lloyd C. Bird High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $248 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on May 9, 2022 for $580,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 12665 Petersburg St has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 12665 Petersburg St is 4,079 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 12665 Petersburg St is 1972.

This home is located at 12665 Petersburg St in Chester, VA and zip code 23831. This 4,079 square foot home, which was built in 1972, sits on a 2.81 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $650,000.

Chester, VA housing market in April 2025 saw over 22 listings sold above listed price, more than 10 sold at listed price and over 19 sold below. Between March and April 2025, Chester, VA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 13.3%. In April 2025 median list price was $389,817 and the average listing age was 28 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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