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$347,000

501 Azalea Ave Richmond, VA 23227

3 beds
2 full
1,829 sqft
0.5 acres
$190 / sqft
House

Property details

About 501 Azalea Ave

Rare opportunity to own a home on a HUGE park like lot (almost a half acre). This unique home has been attentively cared for by the owner and features a comfortable floor plan with potential to easily add a bedroom and bathroom, private patio and back yard space, and a huge yard, where you could potentially add a large driveway or maybe a garage, etc. The front door opens to a large living room with a beautiful brick fireplace, then into the generously sized kitchen, with attached dining room. First floor primary, with a recently renovated attached full bathroom, & attached sitting room, that could also be used as an office. Large second bedroom on the first floor, and third bedroom on the 2nd floor. The second floor bedroom could easily be turned into a 3rd bedroom and separate living area, or to have a 3rd and 4th bedrooms. The plumbing for a bathroom has already been run to the 2nd floor! NEWER ROOF (approx 2019), tankless hot water heater, HVAC is central air and heat pump (for both floors!) that has been serviced annually with transferable service plan. The home also back up gas furnace. Chimney was recently inspected, and mortar pointed up as well. The outdoor living space features a screened in porch, a private fenced in patio with electricity (the owner previously had a hot tub and TV to watch football games), a car port with electricity, a deck with built in raised garden beds, 2 sheds, a large fenced in back yard and a HUGE side yard. This one has it all. Lots of extras and potential.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,829 sqft
Lot size0.4888 Acres
Year built1951
ParkingOff Street, Oversized, Parking Lot
MLS #2518553
FireplaceGas, Masonry

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Partially Carpeted, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior: Bedroom on Main Level, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Gas, Masonry
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Off Street, Oversized, Parking Lot
  • Exterior: Awning(s), Porch, Storage, Shed
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Other
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $347,000
  • Price/SqFt: $189
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,482
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: East on Azalea Ave, Turn Right into driveway
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Living Area: 1,829 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.4888 Acres
  • MLS Number: 2518553
  • MLS Name: CVR
  • Office Name: Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville
  • Office Email: info@srmfre.com
  • Listing Agent: Eddie Kendall

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jan 21, 2000
Home Sold
$73,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$174,400$1,482
2023$174,400$1,482
2022$157,200$1,236
2021$134,200$1,236
2020$134,200$1,167
2019$130,800$1,087
2018$125,000$1,087
2017$112,200$976

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Laburnum Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

500 Meriwether 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

1.7 mi

1600 W Laburnum 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 $41,346. Residents of Richmond, VA typically earn less than $<35k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

43%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

48%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 501 Azalea Ave

The listing price of 501 Azalea Ave property is $347,000.

The property 501 Azalea Ave is a house located in Richmond, Virginia, 23227.

Active Listing: 501 Azalea Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 501 Azalea Ave are: Laburnum Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), 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), Wilder Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Moody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Henrico High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), John Marshall High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Richmond Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,482 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on January 21, 2000 for $73,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 501 Azalea Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 501 Azalea Ave is 1,829 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 501 Azalea Ave is 1951.

This home is located at 501 Azalea Ave in Richmond, VA and zip code 23227. This 1,829 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.49 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $347,000.

In June 2025 more than 210 listings in Richmond, VA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 99 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 112 were sold below. The number of listings in Richmond, VA increased by 0.6% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 18 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $373,965 during the same period.

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

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