Primary on Main
Address
5968 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, VA
Price
$ 400,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#2624233
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Pending
- CountyRichmond City
- CityRichmond
- Area60 - Richmond
- NeighborhoodShirley Hills
- Zip23225
- Style
- Year Built1959
- Taxes$ 4368
- Price$ 400,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1906
- Lot Size0.4579 Acres
Data Source:
Central Virginia Regional MLS (CVRMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to 5968 Forest Hill Avenue! This classic all-brick Richmond ranch offers nearly 1,900 square feet of finished living space, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a fantastic .46-acre lot. Freshly painted and featuring new windows throughout, this home combines classic character with several recent improvements. Inside you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors, a brick wood-burning fireplace, abundant natural light and multiple living spaces, including a charming paneled room with built-in shelving—perfect for a den, office or reading room. The full bath features a new tub and surround, while the partially finished basement provides an incredibly versatile space with its own half bath—ideal for a home office, workshop, studio, salon setup, hobby room or additional flex space. Outside, enjoy a large, fully fenced backyard surrounded by mature trees with plenty of room to entertain, garden or simply relax. Walk to Stella’s Grocery and Blanchard’s Coffee, with convenient access to Pony Pasture, the James River, Powhite Parkway, shopping, dining and everything Richmond has to offer. Classic Richmond character, nearly half an acre and a location that’s hard to beat!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Westover Hills Elementary School | Lucille Brown Middle School | Huguenot High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Listed $400,000 |
General Features
| Interior Features | Bookcases,Built-in Features,Bedroom on Main Level,Breakfast Area,Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area,Eat-in Kitchen,En Suite Bathroom,Full Bath on Main Level,Fireplace,High Speed Internet,Bath in Primary Bedroom,Main Level Primary,Wired for Data,Workshop |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air,Heat Pump |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Appliances | Electric Water Heater |
| Exterior Features | Lighting |
| Patio/Porch Features | Front Porch,Patio |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Block,Drywall |
| Year Built | 1959 |
| Stories | 1 |
| Topography | Level |
| Levels | One |
| Property SubType | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Percent Ownership | Individuals |
| County | Richmond City |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | Shirley Hills |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Pending |
| High School | Huguenot |
| Zoning Description | R-3 |
| MLS Area | 60 - Richmond |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Elementary School | Westover Hills |
| Year Built Details | Actual |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4368 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Lucille Brown |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| Days on Market | 15 |
| Standard Status | Pending |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Tax Assessed Value | 371000 |
| Tax Lot | 4 |
| Ownership Type | Sole Proprietor |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| Expected Active Date | 2026-09-04 |
Interior Features
| Basement | Partial |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Laminate,Parquet,Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Masonry,Wood Burning |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| BuyerOfficeEmail | membership@therealbrokerage.com |
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 381 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | Fenced,Privacy |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Oversized |
| Lot Features | Level |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.4579 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.4579 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 23225
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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