NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1705 Commonwealth Ave Richmond, VA 23230

Sauer's Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $455,256

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,372 Sq Ft
$332/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2021

Last sale price $360,000 $262 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,983/month

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Balcony
  • Mary Munford Elementary School Rated A-
  • Separate Formal Living Room
  • Side Porch

About This Home

As of June 2021

Wonderful opportunity to own this beautiful home, conveniently located in area 20 in the near west end in Sauer Gardens.. Zoned RO-2 Residential / Office, this 2 story brick colonial features a slate roof, 3 bedrooms, living room with fireplace, formal dining room and a large fully equipped kitchen. Plenty of storage in walk-up attic, 420 sqft in partially finished basement and backyard shed. Paved off street parking with 5 spaces, alley access. Additional parking on street. Property is currently being used as a professional office space. 6Ft. PRIVACY FENCE being added week of 2-6-2021 to 2-16-2021

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Cunningham

Long & Foster REALTORS License #0225048721 Listed on: 01/04/2021

Long & Foster REALTORS

Last Buyer's Agent

Sonya Saunders

Liz Moore & Associates License #0225212095

Liz Moore & Associates

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,552

Year Built

  • Built in 1937

Lot Details

  • 7,579 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 56x135
  • Property fronts an alley
  • Level Lot
  • Zoning described as RO-2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Slate Roof
  • Plaster

Interior Spaces

  • 1,372 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Separate Formal Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • No Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Shed
  • Side Porch
  • Stoop

Schools

  • Munford Elementary School
  • Albert Hill Middle School
  • Thomas Jefferson High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Monument Avenue Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 15
  • Assessor Parcel Number W000-2000-030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,552

Year Built

Built in 1937

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.174
  • Lot Size: 56x135
  • Ownership: Individuals
  • Subdivision Name: Monument Avenue Park
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Two Story
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 420.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Partial
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry, Vented
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Tile Countertop, Tile Counters
  • Living Area: 1372.0
  • Stories: 2
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Slate
  • Fencing: None
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Familial Relation, Owner Is Listing Agent
  • Construction Type: Brick, Drywall, Plaster
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Storage, Shed
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Side Porch, Stoop, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Alley Access, No Garage, Off Street, On Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Albert Hill

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W000-2000-030
  • Zoning Description: RO-2
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3552.0
  • Tax Lot: 15

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Munford
  • High School: Thomas Jefferson

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 4, 2021
Closed on
May 28, 2021
Sold by
Ward Charlotte L
Bought by
Lavender Hill Llc
Seller's Agent
Chris Cunningham
Long & Foster REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Sonya Saunders
Liz Moore & Associates
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-9.77%
Current Estimated Value
$455,256

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$95,256
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.88%
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Outstanding Balance
$146,531
Interest Rate
2.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$294,774

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 1996
Sold by
Kastelberg Mary F
Bought by
Burcin Steve

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$109,500
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lavender Hill Llc $360,000 Attorney
Burcin Steve $110,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lavender Hill Llc $160,000
Closed Lavender Hill Llc $160,000
Closed Lavender Hill Llc $200,000
Previous Owner Ward Charlotte L $153,750
Previous Owner Ward Charlotte L $30,750
Previous Owner Burcin Steve $109,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Sold $360,000 -5.0% $262 / Sq Ft
02/27/2021 02/27/21 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2021 01/11/21 Price Changed $379,000 -5.0% $276 / Sq Ft
01/04/2021 01/04/21 For Sale $399,000 -- $291 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Virginia Regional MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,264 $522,000 $396,000 $126,000
2024 $4,896 $408,000 $282,000 $126,000
2023 $4,332 $361,000 $235,000 $126,000
2022 $4,212 $351,000 $235,000 $116,000
2021 $3,552 $296,000 $142,000 $154,000
2020 $3,552 $296,000 $142,000 $154,000
2019 $3,012 $251,000 $113,000 $138,000
2018 $2,976 $248,000 $113,000 $135,000
2017 $2,976 $248,000 $113,000 $135,000
2016 $2,964 $247,000 $91,000 $156,000
2015 $2,820 $235,000 $91,000 $144,000
2014 $2,820 $235,000 $91,000 $144,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Chris Cunningham

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Chris Cunningham

    Long & Foster

    (804) 232-2518

    1 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Chris Cunningham
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Sonya Saunders

    Liz Moore & Associates

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Map

Source: Central Virginia Regional MLS

MLS Number: 2100199

Central Virginia Regional MLS

APN: W000-2000-030

Virginia Richmond City County Richmond 23230 Sauer's Gardens

1705 Commonwealth Ave, Richmond, VA

This home is located at 1705 Commonwealth Ave, Richmond, VA 23230 since 04 January 2021 and is currently estimated at $455,256, approximately $331 per square foot. This property was built in 1937. 1705 Commonwealth Ave is a home located in Richmond City with nearby schools including Mary Munford Elementary School, Albert Hill Middle, and Thomas Jefferson High School.

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