$830,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2025

3409 W Franklin St Richmond, VA 23221

The Museum District Neighborhood
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,796 Sq Ft
4,199 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$462 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • Open High School Rated A+
  • High Ceiling
  • 3 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 3409 W. Franklin Street, a beautifully maintained home in the heart of Richmond’s beloved Museum District. This classic residence blends timeless character with thoughtful updates, including an updated kitchen and modernized bathrooms. From the original architectural details to the gleaming hardwood floors (refinished in 2022), the home exudes warmth and historic charm. A delightful finished attic space offers the perfect spot for a home office, playroom, or creative retreat. The full unfinished basement offers tons of usable space for storage, hobbies, or future finishing—and includes direct access to the backyard. Step outside to enjoy the lush, private yard—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Rare for the area, the property also includes a spacious three-car garage, offering incredible storage or workshop potential. Updates include: New TPO roof, 2022; New AC unit, 2022; Patio & Attic renovations, 2022. This is a true Museum District treasure, just steps from wonderful neighborhood restaurants, Scott's Addition, Carytown, and the VMFA!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mollie B. Benedict

Rashkind Saunders & Co. License #0225078487 Listed on: 06/29/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

NON MLS USER MLS

NON MLS OFFICE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,852

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 4,199 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R-6

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Plaster

Interior Spaces

  • 1,796 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • High Ceiling
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Lois-Harrison Jones Elementary School
  • Albert Hill Middle School
  • Thomas Jefferson High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W000-1619-010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,852

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0964
  • Ownership: Individuals
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1796.0
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 798.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Masonry
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom
  • Living Area: 1796.0
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Flat, Slate
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Pool Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Construction Type: Brick, Drywall, Plaster
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio, Deck, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, On Street

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Albert Hill

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W000-1619-010
  • Zoning Description: R-6

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6852.0

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Lois-Harrison Jones
  • High School: Thomas Jefferson

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 29, 2025
Closed on
Jul 30, 2025
Sold by
Watkinson Carey E and Elder Carey W
Bought by
Otoole John Brendan and Soltesz Catherine Ann
Seller's Agent
Mollie B. Benedict
Rashkind Saunders & Co.
Buyer's Agent
NON MLS USER MLS
NON MLS OFFICE
List Price
$774,900
Sold Price
$830,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,100
7.11%
Views
126

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-57.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2005
Sold by
Alden Ray
Bought by
Watkinson Carey E and Elder,Chad J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,000
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $830,000 Old Republic National Title In
Warranty Deed $240,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $344,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $207,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $192,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Sold $830,000 +7.1% $462 / Sq Ft
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $774,900 -- $431 / 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 $7,152 $596,000 $230,000 $366,000
2024 $6,852 $571,000 $225,000 $346,000
2023 $6,516 $543,000 $200,000 $343,000
2022 $5,604 $467,000 $150,000 $317,000
2021 $5,040 $436,000 $120,000 $316,000
2020 $5,040 $420,000 $105,000 $315,000
2019 $4,788 $399,000 $105,000 $294,000
2018 $4,344 $362,000 $105,000 $257,000
2017 $4,200 $350,000 $95,000 $255,000
2016 $4,116 $343,000 $90,000 $253,000
2015 $3,516 $331,000 $90,000 $241,000
2014 $3,516 $293,000 $85,000 $208,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mollie B. Benedict

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Mollie B. Benedict

    Rashkind Saunders & Co.

    (804) 244-1114

    10 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Mollie B. Benedict
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Map

Source: Central Virginia Regional MLS

MLS Number: 2518040

Central Virginia Regional MLS

APN: W000-1619-010

Virginia Richmond City County Richmond 23221 The Museum District

3409 W Franklin St, Richmond, VA

This home is located at 3409 W Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23221 and is currently priced at $830,000, approximately $462 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 3409 W Franklin St is a home located in Richmond City with nearby schools including Lois-Harrison Jones Elementary School, Albert Hill Middle, and Thomas Jefferson High School.

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