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3226 Kensington Avenue

Richmond, VA 23221

Name: Open House: 2pm-4pm
Start: 2025-04-27T14:00:00
End: 2025-04-27T16:00:00
Location: 3226 Kensington Avenue

3 beds
3 baths
2,318 sqft
$301 per sqft
1919 build
– on site

Built in 1919 and conveniently situated on a tree-lined block in one of Richmond’s most iconic neighborhoods, this timeless Museum District detached row house embodies original character with intentional expansions and renovations. Just minutes from Carytown, VMFA, and all the cultural, culinary, and social delights of Richmond city living, this home is an idyllic find. The full-width front porch welcomes you with its professionally landscaped front planting bed and is bordered by stone retaining wall. Light-filled foyer with original quartersawn white oak hardwood floors leads to the spacious living room featuring soaring ceilings, built-in bookshelf, plantation shutters, a decorative mantel, and woodburning fireplace. The floorplan flows effortlessly—ideal for entertaining—into a convenient dining room, a stylish open kitchen with bar seating, and a light-filled sunroom with new flooring and access to half bath. The bright sunroom leads to a private brick and slate patio with privacy fence and alley access, perfect for evening gatherings or quiet mornings. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers a secluded retreat with a sitting area, double closets, and a luxurious en suite bath complete with vanity and a Jacuzzi tub. A treetop balcony off the sitting area provides a peaceful escape. Two additional bedrooms, linen closet and full hall bathroom round out the upstairs. The partially finished basement extends entertaining options with access to laundry/utility room and walk-out access to the hidden garden terrace. With 2.5 baths, replacement windows, fresh paint, and over 400 sq ft of finished basement space, this home delivers timeless architecture, modern livability, and unparalleled access to everything that makes Richmond vibrant.

Listing courtesy of CVRMLS / The Steele Group

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 26, 2025 •

MLS# 2510917 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1919
Year Built Details:

Approximate
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick,Block,Drywall,HardiplankType,Plaster
Architectural Style:

RowHouse,TwoStory
Structure Type:

Townhouse
Roof:

Rubber,Shingle
Exterior Features:

Porch
Stories Total:

2
Stories:

2
Levels:

Two
Basement:

Full,PartiallyFinished,WalkOutAccess
Basement:

true
Window Features:

ThermalWindows
Patio And Porch Features:

RearPorch,FrontPorch,Patio,Porch
Building Area Source:

Appraiser
Below Grade Finished Area:

418.0
Below Grade Unfinished Area:

355.0

Interior

Interior Features:

DiningArea,HighCeilings,BathInPrimaryBedroom
Flooring:

CeramicTile,Vinyl,Wood
Rooms Total:

11
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Masonry,WoodBurning
Fireplaces Total:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2318.0
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Financial & Terms

Possession:

CloseOfEscrow

Location

Directions:

Kensington between Tilden and Cleveland.

The Property

Parcel Number:

W000-1466-029
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Subtype Additional:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition:

Resale
Property Attached:

false
Lot Size Acres:

0.0468
Lot Size Area:

0.0468
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning Description:

R-6
Fencing:

BackYard,Fenced,Privacy
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

2
Tax Annual Amount:

7620.0
Tax Assessed Value:

666000
Tax Legal Description:

0025.26X0080.75 0000.000

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

CentralAir,Electric
Cooling:

true
Heating:

HotWater,Oil,Radiators
Heating:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

PublicSewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Cooktop,Dryer,Dishwasher,ElectricCooking,ElectricWaterHeater,Freezer,Disposal,IceMaker,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer

Schools

Elementary School:

Lois-Harrison Jones
Middle Or Junior School:

Albert Hill
High School:

Thomas Jefferson

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Lee Annex
Pool Features:

None

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Features:

NoGarage,OnStreet

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$699,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,742
Taxes	$635
Insurance	$192
Utilities	$231 See report
Total	$4,800/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/25/25 Apr 25, 2025	Listed / Active	CVRMLS	$699,000

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This house located in Near West, Richmond, VA 23221 is currently for sale for $699,000. 3226 Kensington Avenue is a 2,318 square foot house with 3 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 1 days. 3226 Kensington Avenue is in the Near West neighborhood of Richmond and has a WalkScore® of 93, making it a walker’s paradise. This house is in the attendance area of Open High School, John B. Cary Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson High School, and Albert Hill Middle School.

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3226 Kensington Avenue

Richmond, VA 23221