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4617 Kensington Ave, Richmond, VA, 23226

$589,900

Home List Price

$7,005*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,640 SqFt
$360/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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4617 Kensington Ave, Richmond$589,900

Buyer Closing Credits

$7,005*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDetached, Garage, On Street, Unfinished Garage, Workshop in Garage
Garage1 space
Year Built1946
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceMasonry, Wood Burning
MLS #2409855
Lot Size0.16 Acres
StatusActive

About 4617 Kensington Ave

This cute Colonial Place home is ready for it's new owner! Located in Richmond's popular Near West End, this Cape Cod style home offers a quaint cottage feel, recent improvements, a walkable neighborhood, and quick access to all points in and around RVA! Leading up the slate walkway to the front door you will notice the mature landscaping and inviting screened porch. Upon entering the home, you are greeted with rich hardwoods that flow throughout the first floor. French doors allow for easy access to the screened porch and the original brick fireplace creates an inviting ambiance. The formal dining room is centrally located, offering modern fixtures and access to the brick patio in the backyard. Off the dining room, the kitchen features heart pine flooring, stainless steel appliances (new range & microwave!), granite countertops, and laundry room access for additional storage! Continuing through the first floor, you will find a spacious front bedroom as well as a flexible office space. Tucked in the back of the home is a cozy den with additional patio access and a stylish bar area, perfect for enjoying cocktails with friends! The main bathroom on this level features a bathtub & shower combo with vintage 1940's tile and updated lighting. Even the staircase is charming with it's built-in book shelves and cute display / storage nooks. Upstairs you will find the primary bedroom and spacious ensuite bath. An additional bedroom with a built-in dresser and attic storage complete this level. The backyard features a brick patio, multiple raised beds for summer gardening, a privacy fence, mature landscaping, and a detached garage with alley access. Come and see why Colonial Place is continually ranked as one of Richmond's best neighborhoods.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Living Area: 1,640 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: NextHome Advantage
  • Office Phone: (804) 545-6400
  • Listing Agent: Matt Owens

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Bedroom on Main Level, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Granite Counters, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Recessed Lighting, Skylights
  • Fireplace: Masonry, Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Porch

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, On Street, Unfinished Garage, Workshop in Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Thomas Jefferson High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Open High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Richmond Community High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Albert Hill Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Mary Munford Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Patterson Ave. westbound, turn right onto Westmoreland, then left onto Kensington.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $589,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $360/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $4,428
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Richmond, VA

City

Med. Sold Price

$346.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$218

Avg. Days On Market

18

# of Sold Homes

376

4617 Kensington Ave vs Richmond

12 DAYS ON ROCKET

-6 Days

$589,900

+$243.5K More

$360/SqFt

+$142 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $243.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $142/SqFt more than other homes in Richmond, VA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: CVR
  • MLS Number: #2409855

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: NextHome Advantage
  • Office Phone: (804) 545-6400
  • Listing Agent: Matt Owens

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Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 14, 2015Home Sold
$327,500
Nov 15, 2004Home Sold
$256,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$4,428$372,000
2020$4,428$369,000
2019$4,072$359,000
2018$4,072$331,000

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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7
/10

  • Mary Munford Elementary School

  • 211 Westmoreland St

  • 0.32 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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2
/10

  • Albert Hill Middle School

  • 3400 Patterson Ave

  • 1.05 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Thomas Jefferson High School

  • 4100 W Grace St

  • 0.74 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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10
/10

  • Open High School

  • 600 S Pine St

  • 3.40 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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10
/10

  • Richmond Community High School

  • 201 E Brookland Park Blvd

  • 3.80 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $87,054. The majority of Richmond, VA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 4617 Kensington Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 4617 Kensington Ave property is $589,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 4617 Kensington Ave is a house located in Richmond, Virginia, 23226.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 4617 Kensington Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 4617 Kensington Ave are:
Mary Munford Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Albert Hill Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Thomas Jefferson High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Open High School: GreatSchools Rating 10/10
Richmond Community High School: GreatSchools Rating 10/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $4,428 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on October 14, 2015 for $327,500. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 4617 Kensington Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 4617 Kensington Ave is 1,640 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 4617 Kensington Ave is 1946.

Rocket Homes›Virginia›Henrico County›Richmond›23226›4617 Kensington Ave

This home is located at 4617 Kensington Ave in Richmond, VA and zip code 23226 in the Kensington Place neighborhood. This 1,640 square foot home, which was built in 1946, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $589,900.

Richmond, VA housing market in April 2024 saw over 201 listings sold above listed price, more than 89 sold at listed price and over 85 sold below. The number of listings in Richmond, VA increased by 10% between March 2024 and April 2024. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 18 days, the median list price was $346,381.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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