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1224 Rothesay Cir, Richmond, VA 23221
About this home
A classic cobble-edged forecourt w/ formal garden and fountain provides entrance to this splendid Georgian Revival estate, located within a sequestered enclave near the James River on a 2-AC hilltop w/ commanding views for miles up the river. Tall ceilings + extraordinary detailing and millwork from original construction in 1941 meld seamlessly with an inspired renovation and expansion by only its second owner, balancing a reverence for the past with a sensitivity to comfortable contemporary lifestyles. Interiors enjoy river views from most rooms and include sumptuous formal rooms, paneled library, kitchen with butler’s pantry opening into a family room with fireplace, casual dining rm, and sunrm. An expansive lower level w/ river views includes recreation rm with oversized wet bar, office, wine cellar, exercise rm and sauna, and home theater with seating for 8. 6 or 7 bedrms/7 full and 2 half-baths include a gracious master suite w/ multiple closets, dressing room, and gun closet. A magnificent pool complex encompasses a heated oval pool and octagonal pool house (390 sq ft) with kitchen and dressing/bathing facilities. 6 fireplaces. 5 or 6-car heated garaging. 55 KW generator.
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Sale history for 1224 Rothesay Cir
$373/sq ft
$449/sq ft
$482/sq ft
$218/sq ft
Tax history for 1224 Rothesay Cir
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Garage/Carport Information
- Has Garage
- Has Attached Garage
- # of Garage Spaces: 4
- Parking
- Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Heated Garage, Off Street, Paved
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Bathrooms: 7
- # of Half Bathrooms: 2
- Room Information
- # of Rooms (Total): 20
- Has Basement
- Basement Information: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Room 1 Information
- Full Bath
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Room 2 Information
- Full Bath
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Room 3 Information
- Full Bath
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Room 4 Information
- Full Bath
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Basement
- Room 5 Information
- Half Bath
- Level: Second
- Room 6 Information
- Half Bath
- Level: First
- Room 7 Information
- Full Bath
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Third
- Room 8 Information
- Full Bath
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Room 9 Information
- Full Bath
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Basement
- Room 10 Information
- Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 6.5
- Length: 13.2
- Width: 6.5
- Room 11 Information
- Office
- Description: River view. Full bath. Poss 7th bdrm.
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.6
- Length: 12.0
- Width: 10.6
- Room 12 Information
- Bonus Room
- Description: Bedroom #6 with river view and private full bath
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 19.7 x 11.1
- Length: 19.7
- Width: 11.1
- Room 13 Information
- Bonus Room
- Description: Caterer's Kitchen with river view
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 7.6
- Length: 13.6
- Width: 7.6
- Room 14 Information
- Game Room
- Description: River view. Fireplace and oversized bar
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 32.0 x 19.2
- Length: 32.0
- Width: 19.2
- Room 15 Information
- Bonus Room
- Description: Home Theater/Media RM w surr sound + seating for 8
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 20.6 x 13.4
- Length: 20.6
- Width: 13.4
- Room 16 Information
- Bedroom 5
- Description: River view. Suite w/ sitting room. Private full ba
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 14.1 x 10.1
- Length: 14.1
- Width: 10.1
- Room 17 Information
- Bedroom 4
- Description: River view. Suite w/ sitting room. Private full ba
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 22.1 x 20.0
- Length: 22.1
- Width: 20.0
- Room 18 Information
- Bedroom 3
- Description: River view. Private full bathroom.
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.8 x 14.1
- Length: 17.8
- Width: 14.1
- Room 19 Information
- Bedroom 2
- Description: River view. Private full bathroom.
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16.7 x 14.1
- Length: 16.7
- Width: 14.1
- Room 20 Information
- Description: River view. Fireplace. Suite with dressing room.
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19.1 x 17.5
- Length: 19.1
- Width: 17.5
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 6
- Features: Gas, Masonry
- Equipment
- Generator
- Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Icemaker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
- Interior Features
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Wood
- Other Features: Wet Bar, Butler's Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Central Vacuum
Exterior
- Building Information
- Stories (Total): 3
- Year Built Details: Approximate
- Roof Details: Slate
- Construction Details: Brick, Drywall, Plaster, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Porch, Storage, Shed, Paved Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Other Structures: Garage(s), Shed(s), Pool House
- Security Features: Security System
- Fencing: Partial, Security
- Pool and Spa Information
- Pool Features: Heated, In Ground, Pool
- Lot Information
- Lot Size Area: 2.1
- Lot Size Acres: 2.1
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped
- Water Body Name: James River
- Zoning Description: R-1
- Property Information
- Has View
- Below Grade Finished Area: 3,322
- Resale
Financial
- Assessments and Fees
- Assessed Value: $2,495,000
- Tax Information
- Annual Tax Amount: $27,970
- Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Cooling
- Cooling: Heat Pump, Zoned
- Has Heating
- Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Multi-Fuel, Natural Gas, Radiator(s), Zoned
Public facts
- Beds: 5
- Baths: 8.0
- Sq. Ft.: 12,175
- Stories: 2.5
- Lot Size: 2.59 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1941
- Year Renovated: 1995
- County: Richmond City
- APN: W0220553010
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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