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1203 W 47th Street

Richmond, VA 23225

3 beds
2 baths
2,126 sqft
7,501 sqft lot
$270 per sqft
1938 build
– on site

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Welcome to a Piece of Richmond History in Forest Hill! This charming cottage-style home, with 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths is nestled in the heart of Forest Hill, offers a unique blend of historic charm & modern updates. Step inside to the morning room, filled with natural light, it’s the perfect spot for getting your morning started or to simply enjoy the landscaped views while relaxing. A comfortable & cozy living room greets you upon entry with beautiful hardwood floors, a fireplace, & custom built-in shelving further enhances this room. The dining room, or center room, adds character with a beautiful built-in corner cabinet. The kitchen boasts cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, & a gas range, ideal for any gourmet chef. At the rear of the home, is a massive second living room that offers views of the serene, landscaped backyard, perfect for entertaining also. Two spacious bedrooms on the main floor continue the layout of the space & feature the same well maintained hardwood floors. Upstairs you will find the new addition, which is a massive luxury primary suite that awaits with a modern bathroom & a large walk-in closet plus two more large closets. The unfinished basement, with laundry and storage space, provides potential for a workshop, office, or additional living area. The exterior of the home has a fully irrigated yard with landscaped gardens, creating a private retreat. A private patio area is perfect for soaking in the sunshine. This home is a gardener's oasis! A 1.5-car detached garage plus two off-street/alley parking spots offer plenty of parking options. Being one of the original Forest Hill Terrace cottages, this home offers a rare chance to own a piece of Richmond history. Home is close to Little Nickel, which consists of a brewery, new coffee shop & Stellas grocery store, plus the Forest Hill Farmers Market are all within a short stroll! Don't miss this opportunity to make this sweet & historic home your own!

Listing courtesy of CVRMLS / Hardesty Homes

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 14, 2025 •

MLS# 2420965 —

The Building

Year Built:

1938
Year Built Details:

Approximate
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Block,Drywall,Other
Architectural Style:

Bungalow,Cottage,Ranch
Roof:

Composition
Exterior Features:

Lighting,OutBuildings,Porch,Storage,Shed
Stories Total:

2
Stories:

2
Levels:

Two
Basement:

Partial,Unfinished
Basement:

true
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Security Features:

SmokeDetectors
Building Area Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished Area:

672.0

Interior

Interior Features:

Bookcases,BuiltInFeatures,BedroomOnMainLevel,DiningArea,GraniteCounters,WalkInClosets,Workshop
Flooring:

Tile,Wood
Rooms Total:

8
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

WoodBurning
Fireplaces Total:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2126.0
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Financial & Terms

Possession:

CloseOfEscrow

The Property

Parcel Number:

S006-0347-002
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Subtype Additional:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition:

Resale
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Level
Lot Size Acres:

0.1722
Lot Size Area:

0.1722
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning Description:

R-5
Fencing:

BackYard,Fenced
Topography:

Level
Other Structures:

Outbuilding
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

2
Tax Annual Amount:

6324.0
Tax Assessed Value:

527000
Tax Legal Description:

FOREST HILL TERRACE L2 B4 0050.00X0150.00 0000.172 AC

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

CentralAir
Cooling:

true
Heating:

Electric,HeatPump,Other,Radiators
Heating:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

PublicSewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

DoubleOven,Dishwasher,GasCooking,GasWaterHeater,Microwave

Schools

Elementary School:

Westover Hills
Middle Or Junior School:

Thompson
High School:

Huguenot

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Westover Hills
Pool Features:

None

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Spaces:

1.5
Parking Features:

Detached,Garage

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Utility Costs

$213/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
9/9/24 Sep 9, 2024	Sold	CVRMLS	$575,000
8/18/24 Aug 18, 2024	Pending	CVRMLS	$575,000
8/13/24 Aug 13, 2024	Listed / Active	CVRMLS	$575,000	66.7% (10.9% / YR)

House Sold on 9/9/2024

$575,000

Listing provided by broker:

Amanda Hardesty

Hardesty Homes

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1203 W 47th Street

Richmond, VA 23225