$4,572

closing credit¹

1740 W Leigh St Richmond, VA 23220

$385,000
3 beds
2 full
1,477 sqft
$261 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1740 W Leigh St

Super Charming with a Modern feel, featuring 10 foot ceilings throughout! This fabulous residence was totally re-constructed by a previous owner around 2007. The efficient floorplan affords sizable rooms with plenty of wall space for furniture and fixtures and lots of windows for natural light and fresh air. You'll appreciate the covered wrap-around, front porch with an entry into a foyer featuring a coat closet and window. The large living room with gorgeous bamboo flooring and an electric fireplace has plenty of space for giant sofas and more. A sizable dining area can easily handle a table for 10 +, and adjoins a large kitchen with an abundance of 42" wall cabinets and generous base cabinets with drawers. You'll appreciate the extra large 9 inch deep chef's sink and wonderful counter space. Yes, Spacious Living Areas with Space for furniture, and Stuff we use regularly! Down the attractive hallway to the Primary bedroom. It too has and electric fireplace plus a wonderful adjoining fabulous full bathroom (see photos). Two additional bedrooms offer privacy and space for beds and more. The ceramic tiled hall bath is accessible to both bedrooms and guests. A laundry closet with washer & dryer, plus a Newer (2022) Hot water heater. Opposite, another closet houses the Newer (2021) Carrier Air Handler that functions with the Newer condenser in the rear yard. Following the hallway towards the rear door, you'll exit onto a 16' x 8' rear deck. You'll see a single car driveway to the right of the deck and notice the wooden rear fencing. A shed will also convey. In 2021 the current owners purchased a Renewable Energy Power System. They Love It! They Love the Savings it Affords. The Solar Panels were installed over a roof the owners replaced in 2017. Both have been trouble free and efficient. The total of all 2024 Dominion Power bills came to only $175.62. This averages $14.63 per month. Yes, they lived here full time, all year. This system is part of the real estate and will transfer with the home!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump, Solar
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
Size1,477 sqft
Year built1905
ParkingAlley Access, Driveway, Unpaved
MLS #2503119
FireplaceElectric, Insert

Summary

  • MLS Number: 2503119
  • MLS Name: CVR
  • Office Name: Virginia Capital Realty
  • Office Phone: (804) 545-6300
  • Office Email: kevin@virginiacapitalrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Timothy Edwards

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view of front of house with covered porch

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 01, 2019
Home Sold
$253,000
Apr 06, 2010
Home Sold
$165,000
May 09, 2007
Home Sold
$78,000
Aug 11, 2006
Home Sold
$15,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$298,000$3,576
2023$298,000$2,736
2022$262,000$2,736
2021$250,000$2,736
2020$228,000$2,736
2019$163,000$1,956
2018$146,000$1,752

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

George W. Carver Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

1110 W Leigh St

5

William Fox Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

2300 Hanover Ave

4

Barack Obama Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

3101 Fendall 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 $36,145. Residents of Richmond, VA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

48%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

89%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
4%
Married, No Kids
1%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

3%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
70%
18-34 yrs old
21%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • SonicSonic
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • PontiacPontiac
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1740 W Leigh St

This home is located at 1740 W Leigh St in Richmond, VA and zip code 23220 in the West End neighborhood. This 1,477 square foot home was built in 1905. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $385,000.

Over 70 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Richmond, VA. In the same period over 96 listings were sold below the listed price and 52 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Richmond, VA between December and January 2025 decreased by 0.2%. Listings spent 29 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $364,929 during the same period.

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

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