Own a piece of local history with this cute country home! This property was once a train station for the Richmond-Petersburg Railway! Built in 1900, the home has tons of 19th century charm including original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and large welcoming front porch. Situated on a very private lot, this home is a quiet retreat and is only minutes from shops and restaurants. Come see this unique charming bungalow, it wont last long!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
0.53 acresLot Size
$190Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by MaryJane Vaughan• Central Virginia Realty Inc
Bought with Allie Slocum• Weichert Brockwell & Associate
Unique house for sale in good location of Chester! This home features 3 bedrooms, 1.1 baths, a spacious living room, and the kitchen has plenty of storage space There is also a large back covered patio perfect for entertaining or relaxing on outdoors and more! HUD Homes are sold AS IS. Buyer responsible for any & all HOA transfer fees. The listing broker and seller assume no responsibility and make no guarantees, warrantees, or representations as to the availability or accuracy of information herein. All info must be verified by the purchaser
CVRMLS #1126352
Apr 1, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Oct 3, 2011
Listed
$139,999
$106/sq ft
CVRMLS #1118347
Sep 27, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jun 27, 2011
Listed
$149,999
$114/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2010
Sold
$160,000
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 29, 2002
Sold
$75,000
$57/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 24, 1994
Sold
$65,000
$49/sq ft
Public Records
May 25, 1976
Sold
$16,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,306 (+1.2%)
$45,000 + $101,700
$146,700
2025
$1,290 (+8.1%)
$45,000 + $101,700
$146,700
2024
$1,193 (+18.0%)
$43,200 + $101,700
$144,900
2023
$1,011
$41,400 + $91,200
$132,600
2022
$1,011 (−3.2%)
$38,700 + $72,400
$111,100
2021
$1,044 (+4.7%)
$38,700 + $71,200
$109,900
2020
$998 (+1.7%)
$38,700 + $71,200
$109,900
2019
$980 (+2.8%)
$38,700 + $66,300
$105,000
2018
$954 (−0.5%)
$37,800 + $65,400
$103,200
2017
$959 (+4.5%)
$36,900 + $63,500
$100,400
2016
$918 (−0.3%)
$35,100 + $60,600
$95,700
2014
$921 (+2.0%)
$35,100 + $58,300
$93,400
2013
$903
$35,100 + $58,300
$93,400
Tax history for 16501 Harrowgate Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,306 (+1.2%)
$45,000 + $101,700
$146,700
2025
$1,290 (+8.1%)
$45,000 + $101,700
$146,700
2024
$1,193 (+18.0%)
$43,200 + $101,700
$144,900
2023
$1,011
$41,400 + $91,200
$132,600
2022
$1,011 (−3.2%)
$38,700 + $72,400
$111,100
2021
$1,044 (+4.7%)
$38,700 + $71,200
$109,900
2020
$998 (+1.7%)
$38,700 + $71,200
$109,900
2019
$980 (+2.8%)
$38,700 + $66,300
$105,000
2018
$954 (−0.5%)
$37,800 + $65,400
$103,200
2017
$959 (+4.5%)
$36,900 + $63,500
$100,400
2016
$918 (−0.3%)
$35,100 + $60,600
$95,700
2014
$921 (+2.0%)
$35,100 + $58,300
$93,400
2013
$903
$35,100 + $58,300
$93,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.53 Acres
Year renovated
1923
Sq. Ft.
1,320
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chesterfield County
APN
797632425900000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: Driveway, Unpaved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Room 1 Information
Half Bath
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Full Bath
Description: Tub & Shower
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Bedroom 3
Description: Vinyl Floors
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 4 Information
Bedroom 2
Description: Hardwood Floors
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 5 Information
Description: Hardwood Floors
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 6 Information
Kitchen
Description: Vinyl Floors, Laminate Counter-Tops
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 7 Information
Dining Room
Description: Hardwood Floors
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Room 8 Information
Family Room
Description: Hardwood floors
Level: First
Length: 0.0
Width: 0.0
Interior Features
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Approximate
Roof Details: Shingle
Construction Details: Block, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch, Unpaved Driveway
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.53
Lot Size Acres: 0.53
Zoning Description: A
Property Information
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $100,400
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $954
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,320
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1923
County: Chesterfield County
APN: 797632425900000
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Harrowgate Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
Carver Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
2/10
Matoaca High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
40% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Chester, VA • 23831
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$238,000 – $288,000
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