5968 Forest Hill Avenue

Richmond, VA
$ 400,000 Beds 3 Baths 2.5 Sq 1,906
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Welcome to 5968 Forest Hill Avenue! This classic all-brick Richmond ranch offers nearly 1,900 square feet of finished living space, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a fantastic .46-acre lot. Freshly painted and featuring new windows throughout, this home combines classic character with several recent improvements. Inside you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors, a brick wood-burning fireplace, abundant natural light and multiple living spaces, including a charming paneled room with built-in shelving—perfect for a den, office or reading room. The full bath features a new tub and surround, while the partially finished basement provides an incredibly versatile space with its own half bath—ideal for a home office, workshop, studio, salon setup, hobby room or additional flex space. Outside, enjoy a large, fully fenced backyard surrounded by mature trees with plenty of room to entertain, garden or simply relax. Walk to Stella’s Grocery and Blanchard’s Coffee, with convenient access to Pony Pasture, the James River, Powhite Parkway, shopping, dining and everything Richmond has to offer. Classic Richmond character, nearly half an acre and a location that’s hard to beat!

Pending

  • Price
  • $ 400,000
  • City
  • Richmond
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • Richmond City
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • 60 - Richmond
  • Lot Size
  • 0.4579 Acres
  • Zip
  • 23225
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,906
  • Year Built
  • 1959
  • Taxes
  • $ 4368
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 2624233
Listed By: Erik Colley with ERA Woody Hogg & Assoc.
Data Source: Central Virginia Regional MLS (CVRMLS)

Features

General

Interior Features Bookcases,Built-in Features,Bedroom on Main Level,Breakfast Area,Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area,Eat-in Kitchen,En Suite Bathroom,Full Bath on Main Level,Fireplace,High Speed Internet,Bath in Primary Bedroom,Main Level Primary,Wired for Data,Workshop
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Electric
Cooling Central Air,Heat Pump
Possession Close Of Escrow
Appliances Electric Water Heater
Exterior Features Lighting
Patio/Porch Features Front Porch,Patio
Architectural Style Ranch
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Brick,Block,Drywall
Year Built 1959
Stories 1
Topography Level
Levels One
Property SubType Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Percent Ownership Individuals
County Richmond City
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Subdivision Name Shirley Hills
Garage Y/N false
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Pending
High School Huguenot
Zoning Description R-3
MLS Area 60 - Richmond
Lot Size Units Acres
Waterfront Y/N false
Elementary School Westover Hills
Year Built Details Actual
Tax Annual Amount 4368
Middle/Junior High School Lucille Brown
Property Condition Resale
Days on Market 15
Standard Status Pending
Occupancy Type Vacant
Tax Assessed Value 371000
Tax Lot 4
Ownership Type Sole Proprietor
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
Expected Active Date 2026-09-04

Interior Features

Basement Partial
Flooring Laminate,Parquet,Wood
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Masonry,Wood Burning
Total Stories 1
Basement (Y/N) true
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Half Baths 1
BuyerOfficeEmail membership@therealbrokerage.com
Laundry Features Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 381
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Fencing Fenced,Privacy
Parking Features Oversized
Lot Features Level
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 0.4579
Lot Size Acres 0.4579

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Ashland, VA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Westover Hills Elementary School
Middle School Lucille Brown Middle School
High School Huguenot High School

Price History

9/4/2026 Listed $400,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 23225

Price
AVG $490K
$400K
Taxes
AVG $5,164
$4,368
Year Built
AVG 1961
1959

5968 Forest Hill Avenue Richmond, VA is a Single Family Home for sale at $400000 with 1906 sqft and a lot size of 0.4579 Acres Acre(s). 5968 Forest Hill Avenue Richmond has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1959. The property's zip code is 23225 which is in Richmond, VA

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