Located in the heart of Westover Hills, this storybook cottage is just perfect! It has been fully renovated, including a show-stopping 2019 kitchen renovation with soft-close white shaker cabinets, quartz counter tops, stylish lighting, and a classic subway tile back splash. Other recent improvements include replacement windows, new appliances, new water heater, fresh paint, and so much more! Outdoors, you will love the charming new front yard patio with walkway, gorgeous built-in flower boxes, and in the fenced-in rear yard, a newly painted deck and shed with loft area. You can literally move right in and start enjoying all that the neighborhood has to offer – walking and biking on the James River trails, a playground, Forest Hill Park, several restaurants, and soon The Veil Brewing’s newest tasting room!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
6,686 sq ftLot Size
$336Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jennie Barrett Shaw• Joyner Fine Properties
Bought with Jenny King• One South Realty Group, LLC
Welcome to your Westover Hills storybook cottage. This home balances historic character with updated amenities. The moment you walk through the front arched doorway, a large bright living room provides a cheerful place to greet guests or spend time relaxing; well appointed with plantation shutters, recessed lighting and hardwood floors. The floor plan flows easily into the dining room with beautiful bay window and vintage chandelier. Walk through to the oversized galley kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances and sliding french doors to the back deck! The central bedroom gets great light and is a perfect guest room with its own dedicated full bathroom down the hall. The master bedroom is privately situated at the end of the hall with an incredible master bathroom; oversized tile and glass shower with walk-in closet. Upstairs is the most adorable two-room princess suite with its own private en suite bathroom with claw-foot tub. Use as two bedrooms or a bedroom/playroom combination. To top it all off, there's plenty of attic storage, a fenced-in yard and situated only steps from local coffee shop, bike shop, restaurants, and the best farmers market in Richmond.
CVRMLS #1114042
Dec 14, 2011
Sold
$252,500
$126/sq ft
Oct 31, 2011
Listing Removed
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May 11, 2011
Listed
$255,000
$127/sq ft
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Quaint, 1930's Cottage in Heart of Westover Hills! Tons of Old Richmond Charm. .. Open First Floor and Updated Throughout. Arched Doorways, Gorgeous HW & Pine Floors, Tall Ceilings, Plantation Shutters, Tons of Natural Light, and Finished Upstairs. .. Great Renovation Retaining Vintage Character and Integrity. Mature Landscaping and Privacy Galore. Great Home For Entertaining. Rear Ally and Detached One Car Garage. Don't Miss This Opportunity, Schedule Your Showing Today!
CVRMLS #2637911
Feb 12, 2007
Sold
$299,950
$149/sq ft
Nov 8, 2006
Listed
$299,950
$149/sq ft
CVRMLS #OLD2637911
Feb 12, 2007
Sold
$299,950
$149/sq ft
Nov 8, 2006
Listed
$299,950
$149/sq ft
CVRMLS #2632042
Nov 1, 2006
Listing Removed
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Sep 19, 2006
Listed
$315,000
$157/sq ft
CVRMLS #OLD2632042
Nov 3, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2006
Listed
$315,000
$157/sq ft
CVRMLS #2622481-248649941
Sep 19, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 29, 2006
Listed
$324,500
$161/sq ft
CVRMLS #OLD2622481
Sep 19, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 29, 2006
Listed
$324,500
$161/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 31, 2000
Sold
$175,500
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 1998
Sold
$160,000
$80/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 15, 1998
Sold
$70,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$5,592 (+31.3%)
$90,000 + $376,000
$466,000
2019
$4,260 (+14.5%)
$66,000 + $289,000
$355,000
2018
$3,720 (+4.4%)
$66,000 + $289,000
$355,000
2017
$3,564 (+3.1%)
$60,000 + $250,000
$310,000
2016
$3,456 (+6.3%)
$60,000 + $237,000
$297,000
2014
$3,252
$50,000 + $221,000
$271,000
2013
$3,252
$50,000 + $221,000
$271,000
Tax history for 4714 Sylvan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$5,592 (+31.3%)
$90,000 + $376,000
$466,000
2019
$4,260 (+14.5%)
$66,000 + $289,000
$355,000
2018
$3,720 (+4.4%)
$66,000 + $289,000
$355,000
2017
$3,564 (+3.1%)
$60,000 + $250,000
$310,000
2016
$3,456 (+6.3%)
$60,000 + $237,000
$297,000
2014
$3,252
$50,000 + $221,000
$271,000
2013
$3,252
$50,000 + $221,000
$271,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
133 ft.
Lot size
6,687 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,039
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Richmond City
APN
S0060271016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jan 21, 2023.
Jul 8, 2026 • Active
Gas piping pmrt (residential) - alter/remodel light
Gas
Oct 27, 2025 • Final
Gas (r) - new
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Dryer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Water Heater, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Screen(s)
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Other Features: Bedroom on Main Level, Bay Window, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Data, Walk-In Closet(s), Programmable Thermostat
Exterior
Building Information
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Actual
Roof Details: Metal, Slate
Construction Details: Frame, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Storage, Shed
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Privacy
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1535
Lot Size Acres: 0.1535
Zoning Description: R-5
Property Information
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 289
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $360,000
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,320
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Oil, Radiator(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,039
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,687 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Richmond City
APN: S0060271016
Home facts updated by county records on Jan 20, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Westover Hills Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
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Lucille M. Brown Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
1/10
Huguenot High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$642,000 – $776,000
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