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5817 Buxton Dr, Chester, VA, 23831

4beds
2baths
2,942sqft
$459,000
$156price/sqft
$3,112/moest. monthly cost
$124,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

WITH THE WARM TEMPS- SUMMER IS ALMOST HERE- BRING ON THE SUMMER BBQs AROUND THE POOL!!!! This charming Dutch Colonial in the highly sought-after Buxton community features a private backyard oasis with a salt water inground pool. Tucked on a private lot just minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, and convenient interstate access, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of character, space, and outdoor living. Step outside and fall in love with the backyard retreat featuring a salt water inground pool with new liner, a large pool deck, and a fully fenced privacy yard—perfect for summer BBQs, pool parties, or relaxing evenings at home. The home sits on a spacious lot with a large front yard, long paved driveway, abundant parking, and a rear-entry one-car garage. A new septic tank provides peace of mind for years to come. Inside, the welcoming foyer showcases hardwood floors and classic trim details. The formal dining room features beautiful wood flooring, natural light, and a stylish barn slider door. The oversized family room offers plush carpet, a large picture window, and an easy flow into the eat-in kitchen. The kitchen is truly the heart of the home with its charming brick wood-burning fireplace, tile floors, stainless steel appliances, tiled backsplash, breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry, and a built-in desk area—plus great views of the backyard and pool. The first-floor primary suite includes hardwood floors, great natural light, built-in desk space, and a private ensuite bath. Upstairs you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and a large hall bath. One bedroom connects to a huge walk-in attic offering incredible storage or future expansion potential. The full basement adds even more living space with a large rec/bonus room featuring another brick fireplace, laundry area, and unfinished workshop/storage space with direct access to the garage. Space, character, and the ultimate backyard for entertaining—this Buxton gem is a must-see!

Getting Around

15
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
23
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Ecoff Elementary SchoolGrades PK-50.8 mi
2/10
Carver Middle SchoolGrades 6-84.5 mi
2/10
Lloyd C Bird High SchoolGrades 9-122.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1980

Materials

  • Roof: Composition,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Drywall,Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Dutch Colonial,Two Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Additional Room

  • Level: Second

Additional Room

  • Level: Basement

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Cooking,Electric Water Heater,Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Partially Finished

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second

Bedroom4

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: First

Family Room

  • Level: First

Features

  • Bay Window,Ceiling Fan(s),Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Fireplace,High Speed Internet,Bath in Primary Bedroom,Main Level Primary,Pantry,Wired for Data,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Masonry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Attic: Access Only,Walk-In
  • Finished area below ground: 596
  • Finished area above ground: 2,346

Foyer

  • Level: First

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric,Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 2,942 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Laundry

  • Level: Basement

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Other

  • Level: First

Other

  • Level: Second

Recreation

  • Level: Basement

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 780655831100000
  • Zoning description: R7

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Private pool: Yes
  • Pool features: Fenced,In Ground,Pool,Private,Vinyl
  • Patio & porch: Patio,Stoop,Deck
  • Exterior features: Deck,Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Back Yard,Privacy,Fenced
  • Topography of land: Level

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.41 Acres
  • Features: Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Attached,Driveway,Garage,Oversized,Paved,Garage Faces Rear,Garage Faces Side
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties

Severe Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,320$27,840
Home Insurance *$171$2,052
Property Taxes $338$4,056
Electricity $283$3,400
Total$3,112$37,344
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$106,697/yr
40% on housing$93,360/yr
45% on housing$82,986/yr

Virginia FAIR Plan Programs

Virginia Property Insurance Association

Covered
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Current Policies
Residential: 22,622Commercial: 503
Total Premiums$20.86M
Total Exposure$4.29B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.9%
10.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.8%
7.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.0%
2.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$156This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 23831$180
Chesterfield County$195

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 23831$191
Chesterfield County$207

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-28Price change$459,000
2026-03-31Listed for sale$469,000
2026-01-13Listing removed$469,000
2025-10-16Listed for sale$469,000
2016-08-22Sold$278,000
2016-05-27Price change$285,000
2016-05-16Price change$293,000
2016-04-19Listed for sale$298,950

For Sale by Agent

AgentCourtney Moore
BrokerageReal Broker LLC

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