7 days on Rocket
$6,709 Closing Credit¹
#2510171, Jennie Barrett Shaw, Listing Office: The Steele Group
#2511947·
Listing office: Providence Hill Real Estate·
Listing agent: Meg Traynham·
Listing office phone: 804-512-4999
$625,000 List price
5213 Sylvan Rd Richmond, VA 23226
$7,422
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,167 sqft
0.2 acres
$288 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5213 Sylvan Rd
Deceptively spacious and full of charm, this classic brick Cape Cod in popular Westover Hills offers more than 2,100 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space. Inside, you'll find beautiful refinished hardwood floors, big beautiful windows, fresh paint throughout, and architectural details like built-ins and a beamed ceiling that add timeless appeal. The first floor features a generous living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining room, and an updated kitchen that opens to a bright, inviting family room—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A glass-enclosed porch and rear deck overlook the fenced backyard, ideal for outdoor enjoyment. A mudroom/laundry room just off the kitchen offers extra functionality and a convenient drop zone. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet and ensuite bath. A large hall bathroom serves the two additional bedrooms. This home offers significantly more square footage than many in the neighborhood at this price point. Just a short stroll to local favorites like Stella’s Grocery, Little Nickel, O’Toole’s, The Veil Brewing Co., and Charm School, plus nearby parks, playgrounds, the Westover Hills Library, and James River Park access. Move-in ready with a newer roof and updated mechanical systems—this one has it all!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
Size2,167 sqft
Lot size0.1515 Acres
Year built1961
ParkingOn Street
MLS #2511947
FireplaceMasonry, Wood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Fireplace, Granite Counters, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Masonry, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: On Street
- Exterior: Porch, Storage, Shed
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Heat Pump
- List Price: $625,000
- Price/SqFt: $288
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,324
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Landscaped, Level
- Directions: 2 blocks west of Westover Hills Boulevard
- Year Built: 1961
- Living Area: 2,167 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1515 Acres
- MLS Number: 2511947
- MLS Name: CVR
- Office Name: Providence Hill Real Estate
- Office Phone: (804) 512-4999
- Office Email: elliottgravitt@phrehomes.com
- Listing Agent: Meg Traynham
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 02, 2020 | Home Sold | $425,000 |
| Jan 15, 2003 | Home Sold | $186,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $527,000 | $6,324 |
| 2023 | $504,000 | $3,828 |
| 2022 | $421,000 | $3,828 |
| 2021 | $333,000 | $3,828 |
| 2020 | $319,000 | $3,828 |
| 2019 | $314,000 | $3,240 |
| 2018 | $270,000 | $3,240 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Westover Hills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•1211 Jahnke Rd
2
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•5601 Jahnke Rd
3
Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts
Public Charter KG-5
1.4 mi
•3411 Semmes 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 $117,892. Typical income of Richmond, VA residents is between $100k-200k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
4%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
40%
100k-200k
19%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
38%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
54%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Alternative
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Frequently asked questions
About 5213 Sylvan Rd
The listing price of 5213 Sylvan Rd property is $625,000.
The property 5213 Sylvan Rd is a house located in Richmond, Virginia, 23226.
Active Listing: 5213 Sylvan Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5213 Sylvan Rd are: Westover Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lucille M. Brown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Binford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Albert Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), George Wythe High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Open High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Huguenot High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,324 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 2, 2020 for $425,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 5213 Sylvan Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 5213 Sylvan Rd is 2,167 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5213 Sylvan Rd is 1961.
This home is located at 5213 Sylvan Rd in Richmond, VA and zip code 23225 in the South Side neighborhood. This 2,167 square foot home, which was built in 1961, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $625,000.
Richmond, VA housing market in April 2025 saw over 179 listings sold above listed price, more than 71 sold at listed price and over 105 sold below. The number of listings in Richmond, VA increased by 20.4% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 18 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $372,487 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.