




5817 Buxton Dr, Chester, VA, 23831
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
Schools
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
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,320 | $27,840 |
| Home Insurance * | $171 | $2,052 |
| Property Taxes | $338 | $4,056 |
| Electricity | $283 | $3,400 |
| Total | $3,112 | $37,344 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Virginia FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-28 | Price change | $459,000 |
| 2026-03-31 | Listed for sale | $469,000 |
| 2026-01-13 | Listing removed | $469,000 |
| 2025-10-16 | Listed for sale | $469,000 |
| 2016-08-22 | Sold | $278,000 |
| 2016-05-27 | Price change | $285,000 |
| 2016-05-16 | Price change | $293,000 |
| 2016-04-19 | Listed for sale | $298,950 |
