#2519594, Matt Smith, Listing office: Weichert Brockwell & Associate

2938 Northumberland Ave Richmond, VA 23220
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About 2938 Northumberland Ave
Discover the charm and potential of this classic Northside duplex, ideally located just off Brookland Park Boulevard in one of Richmond’s most revitalized and sought-after neighborhoods. Each unit offers two spacious bedrooms and one full bath, highlighted by beautiful hardwood floors and timeless ceramic tile bathrooms. One unit features gas cooking, while the other is equipped with electric, providing flexibility for tenants or owners. HVAC for Main level and 2 mini-split systems for the upper level. The property includes a fully fenced backyard—perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or pets—and a large, unfinished basement that already boasts a partially finished kitchenette, half-bath, and laundry area, offering excellent potential for additional living space or rental income, with a separate entrance. Whether you're an investor seeking an income-producing property or a homeowner looking to live in one unit and rent the other, this duplex delivers space, character, and opportunity in a thriving location with easy access to downtown, I-95, and Richmond’s best local amenities. Come discover Richmond’s Northside—an area which truly encompasses neighborhoods like Ginter Park, Bellevue, Chestnut Hill, Sherwood Park, and Highland Park—blending early 20th-century charm with contemporary livability. Enjoy easy access to: Lush green spaces-Battery Park, Lee Park, Sherwood Park; Local favorites: Cozy coffee shops, diverse eateries, The New Carmax Park Baseball staduim,neighborhood markets and a super quick commute downtown, MCV/VCU campuses, and major transit lines. Seller allowing all furniture, personal property items to be include with sale. Should make ease of rentals more cost effcient for the new owners. While no known defects, Windows, appliances, split systems, furnishings, fireplace, chimney and all of its components are all sold as is. Convenient on street and off street parking available.
Highlights
Summary
- Appliances: Electric Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Bedroom on Main Level, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Fireplace, Laminate Counters, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Parking: Driveway, Off Street, On Street, Unpaved
- Exterior: Unpaved Driveway
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- List Price: $560,000
- Price/SqFt: $267
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,372
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Brook Road to Right Onto Brookland Parkway Blvd, to Right oto Nothumbderland Ave, Home on Right.
- Year Built: 1939
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,092 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1917 Acres
- MLS Number: 2518601
- MLS Name: CVR
- Office Name: NextHome Partners Realty
- Office Phone: (804) 476-0880
- Office Email: kmclean.re@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Dara J Friedlander
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $281,000 | $3,372 |
2023 | $251,000 | $2,160 |
2022 | $209,000 | $2,160 |
2021 | $186,000 | $2,160 |
2020 | $180,000 | $2,160 |
2019 | $175,000 | $1,884 |
2018 | $157,000 | $1,884 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Barack Obama Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•3101 Fendall Ave
4
Ginter Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•3817 Chamberlayne Ave
4
Linwood Holton Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•1600 W Laburnum Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,236. Most Richmond, VA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 2938 Northumberland Ave
The listing price of 2938 Northumberland Ave property is $560,000.
The property 2938 Northumberland Ave is a multi located in Richmond, Virginia, 23220.
Active Listing: 2938 Northumberland Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2938 Northumberland Ave are: Barack Obama Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Ginter Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Linwood Holton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Thomas H. Henderson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Binford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Albert Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Richmond Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), John Marshall High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Richmond Alternative (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,372 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property 2938 Northumberland Ave is 2,092 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2938 Northumberland Ave is 1939.
This home is located at 2938 Northumberland Ave in Richmond, VA and zip code 23220 in the Virginia Union neighborhood. This 2,092 square foot home, which was built in 1939, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $560,000.
Richmond, VA housing market in June 2025 saw over 210 listings sold above listed price, more than 99 sold at listed price and over 112 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Richmond, VA increased by 0.6% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 18 days, the median list price was $373,965.