$179,900
PENDING $5K PRICE DROP

817 Lafayette Ave Colonial Heights, VA 23834

Estimated payment $1,132/month

Total Views 7,039
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,104 Sq Ft
$163 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Cottage
  • 1-Story Property
  • 5-minute walk to Flora Hill Park
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Looking for a fantastic investment or a cozy home with just a little TLC? This charming cottage is ideal for renters or small families seeking a comfortable living space in a convenient location! This home features 2 bedrooms, one bath, family room, dining room, separate laundry area with a door to the back yard and the kitchen has a new gas stove and a three drawers (one can be converted to either the fridge or freezer) double doored refrigerator .The welcoming front porch is the perfect place to sit under the 2 ceiling fans and unwind. In the backyard you will find an electric connection suitable for a pool or outdoor entertainment area along with a shed for storing all your lawn equipment and another new metal shed that is wired with 2 electrical outlets and additional one for a generator. Situated across from a public playground with multiple areas including shade and in the Tussing Elementary School this would be perfect for a small family. The location is conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, doctors, interstates and much more! Although sold as is, with a little TLC, this property has the potential to become a wonderful home or solid investment opportunity.

Listing Agent

Holly Pond

Base Camp Realty of VA Inc License #0225052789 Listed on: 07/08/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,826

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R2

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Bungalow
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 1,104 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Basement
  • Dirt Floor

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Tussing Elementary School
  • Colonial Heights Middle School
  • Colonial Heights High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Chesterfield Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 50,51
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4100-04-17-051

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,826

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Ownership: Individuals
  • Subdivision Name: Chesterfield Heights
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1104.0
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement: Dirt Floor
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1104.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Disclosure on File
  • Construction Type: Frame, HardiPlank Type, Other
  • Property Condition: Resale

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Colonial Heights

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4100-04-17-051
  • Zoning Description: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1826.4
  • Tax Lot: 50,51

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Tussing
  • High School: Colonial Heights

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $1,826 $152,200 $48,000 $104,200
2024 $1,826 $152,200 $48,000 $104,200
2023 $1,524 $127,000 $40,000 $87,000
2022 $1,379 $127,000 $40,000 $87,000
2021 $676 $112,600 $36,000 $76,600
2020 $1,351 $112,600 $36,000 $76,600
2019 $1,235 $102,900 $32,500 $70,400
2018 $1,235 $102,900 $32,500 $70,400
2017 $1,182 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,123 $98,500 $0 $0
2015 $597 $0 $0 $0
2014 $597 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Pending -- -- --
08/03/2025 08/03/25 For Sale $179,900 0.0% $163 / Sq Ft
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Price Changed $179,900 -2.7% $163 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 For Sale $184,900 -- $167 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Virginia Regional MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $97,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $60,000 No Value Available
Closed $95,000 New Conventional
Closed $97,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Central Virginia Regional MLS

MLS Number: 2519088

Central Virginia Regional MLS

APN: 4100-04-17-051