Welcome to this charming and well-maintained Cape-style home in the desirable Chamberlayne Farms neighborhood of Henrico County. Built in 1950 and thoughtfully updated, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 2,021 square feet of comfortable living space on a spacious 0.43-acre lot. Step inside to find a warm and inviting interior featuring 9+ foot ceilings, a formal dining room, solid surface countertops, and a mix of wood, tile, and carpet flooring. The home includes a partially finished, heated full basement with workshop space—ideal for hobbies, storage, or additional living potential. Enjoy year-round relaxation in the beautifully renovated sunroom, or step outside to the new deck overlooking a lush, established garden and expansive backyard—perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or future landscaping possibilities. This home stands out with energy-efficient solar panels, Energy Star appliances, and modern updates including a newer roof (2019), new gutters and fascia protection, and a rebuilt sunroom foundation wall. Additional highlights include a paved driveway, off-street parking, detached storage shed, irrigation system, and Verizon Fios availability. Convenient exterior access to both the kitchen and basement enhances functionality. Ideally located with easy access to local amenities, this solidly built home offers a unique combination of character, efficiency, and outdoor space—ready for its next owner to enjoy.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$198Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Daniel Keeton• Keeton & Co Real Estate
Listed by Patrice Hoffmann• Keeton & Co Real Estate
Est. $2,116 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5918 Brookfield Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CVRMLS #2607077
May 14, 2026
Sold
$401,000
$198/sq ft
Apr 20, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 14, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 1, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$400,000
$198/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 2020
Sold
$255,000
$126/sq ft
CVRMLS #1218860
Jun 3, 2013
Sold
$120,000
$59/sq ft
Oct 2, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jul 24, 2012
Listed
$134,950
$67/sq ft
+7
Fabulous brick Cape on park-like lot in convenient Chamberlayne Farms. Quick access to I-95, I-295, or around town via "back roads" like Brook and Parham. First floor featurs large living room with fireplace, and formal dining room, both with hardwood as you would expect, plus good sized kitchen and full bath, recently updated, as well as sunroom off side and deck off rear of sunroom. Upstairs are two good-sized bedrooms and another full bath, also updated. the basement is half finished and half mechanicals, washer/dryer, etc. Walk-out basement door. Huge yard with storage shed that conveys. If you want classic brick cape in convenient Northside with large yard, this is it. Subject to third party approval and priced accordingly.
CVRMLS #1202515
Apr 30, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jan 27, 2012
Listed
$134,950
$67/sq ft
CVRMLS #1117177
Dec 4, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 13, 2011
Listed
$174,950
$87/sq ft
CVRMLS #2521735-248442802
Nov 1, 2005
Sold
$178,500
$88/sq ft
Aug 11, 2005
Listed
$184,950
$92/sq ft
CVRMLS #OLD2521735
Nov 1, 2005
Sold
$178,500
$88/sq ft
Aug 11, 2005
Listed
$184,950
$92/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 28, 2003
Sold
$149,000
$74/sq ft
CVRMLS #2316318-248558385
Aug 27, 2003
Sold
$140,000
$69/sq ft
Jul 9, 2003
Listed
$139,950
$69/sq ft
CVRMLS #OLD2316318
Aug 27, 2003
Sold
$140,000
$69/sq ft
Jul 9, 2003
Listed
$139,950
$69/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1998
Sold
$108,000
$53/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,366
$60,000 + $225,100
$285,100
2025
$2,366 (+6.3%)
$60,000 + $225,100
$285,100
2024
$2,225 (+5.7%)
$60,000 + $225,100
$285,100
2023
$2,105 (+4.4%)
$57,000 + $204,800
$261,800
2022
$2,016 (+5.4%)
$57,000 + $190,600
$247,600
2021
$1,913 (+10.2%)
$52,000 + $185,200
$237,200
2020
$1,737 (+8.3%)
$50,000 + $169,900
$219,900
2019
$1,603 (+3.4%)
$45,000 + $154,600
$199,600
2018
$1,550 (+4.5%)
$45,000 + $139,300
$184,300
2017
$1,483 (+7.7%)
$42,000 + $136,200
$178,200
2016
$1,377 (+4.0%)
$42,000 + $128,500
$170,500
2014
$1,324
$42,000 + $110,200
$152,200
2013
$1,324
$42,000 + $110,200
$152,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1.75
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
2,021
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Henrico County
APN
789-752-9073
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-2A
One-Family Residence District
The purpose of the R-2A One-Family Residence District is to provide and protect residential areas wherein the predominant pattern of residential development is the one-family dwelling.
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Cooking, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stove, Water Heater, Washer
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Chamberlayne Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
Brookland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
1/10
Hermitage High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
1/10
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Climate risks
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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Richmond, VA • 23227
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 13% for direct sun exposure in Richmond. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$412,000 – $499,000
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