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7539 Riverside Drive

Richmond, VA 23225

4 beds
6 baths
7,900 sqft
2 sqft lot
$348 per sqft
1959 build
– on site

Perched on a knoll on 2+ tree lined acres with exceptional winter views of the James River, this expansive brick home with slate roof offers well scaled living and entertaining spaces for the most demanding owner. A rare floorplan provides first and second floor primary suites which affords comfort for multi-generational living or perhaps a caretaker or Au Pair. Gracious formal spaces create a lovely setting for entertaining and family holiday gatherings. The bright white center island kitchen has an adjoining bulters pantry providing great prep space and exceptional storage for that gourmet cook. There are 4 of 5 bedroom and 6 full baths. The warm and inviting paneled library offers one of the three fireplaces plus there is a separate writing nook for the lady of the house. A most inviting light filled sunroom with brick floor is tucked at the rear of the first floor and leads to a spacious brick terrace. If virtual offices or excercise areas are required , there are multiple options on any level. Closets placed throughout the first two levels plus a partical basement provides generous storage. There is a two car attached garage with built-in storage, two automatic doors and outside panel for lifting doors. The home is located just steps away from the Pony Pasture Park at the river's edge and only a 10 minute drive to University of Richmond, as well as Collegiate, St. Catherines, St Christophers and Trinity Private Schools. Available for immediate occupancy, there are some areas just waiting for the new owner's personal touches. Come See, Come Fall in Love with this special home offering abundant character and sought-after sanctuary!! Property also includes .164 acre plot acroos riverside Drive at the River's edge known as 7538 Riverside Drive Parcel ID# C004-0049-048.

Listing courtesy of CVRMLS / Joyner Fine Properties

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 17, 2025 •

MLS# 2516349 —

The Building

Year Built:

1959
Year Built Details:

Actual
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick,Drywall,Frame,Plaster
Architectural Style:

CapeCod
Roof:

Slate
Foundation Details:

Slab
Stories Total:

1
Levels:

OneAndOneHalf
Basement:

Partial,WalkOutAccess
Basement:

true
Door Features:

FrenchDoors
Patio And Porch Features:

RearPorch,Patio
Building Area Source:

Appraiser
Below Grade Unfinished Area:

200.0

Interior

Interior Features:

Bookcases,BuiltInFeatures,BedroomOnMainLevel,DiningArea,SeparateFormalDiningRoom,EatInKitchen,FrenchDoorsAtriumDoors,Fireplace,GraniteCounters,MainLevelPrimary,RecessedLighting,WalkInClosets
Flooring:

CeramicTile,Marble,PartiallyCarpeted,Wood
Rooms Total:

19
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Masonry,WoodBurning
Fireplaces Total:

2

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

7900.0
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Financial & Terms

Possession:

CloseOfEscrow,Immediately

Location

Directions:

From Huguenot Bridge exit onto Riverside Drive heading East, turn onto Rockfalls, go approx 2 blocks bear left onto Hill Drive, travel approx 1/2 mile to property on left, sign in yard.

The Property

Parcel Number:

C004-0049-018
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Subtype Additional:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition:

Resale
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

IrregularLot,Sloped
Lot Size Acres:

2.2056
Lot Size Area:

2.2056
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning Description:

R-2
View:

Water
View:

true
Fencing:

None
Topography:

Sloping
Waterfront:

false
Water Body Name:

James River views

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

B D
Tax Annual Amount:

20196.0
Tax Assessed Value:

1755000
Tax Legal Description:

0264.56X0517.79 IRG 0002.206 AC

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

6
Full Baths:

6

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

Electric,HeatPump,Zoned
Cooling:

true
Heating:

Electric,Oil,Zoned
Heating:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

SepticTank
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

BuiltInOven,Dryer,Dishwasher,ElectricWaterHeater,Freezer,Refrigerator,WaterHeater

Schools

Elementary School:

Southampton
Middle Or Junior School:

Thompson
High School:

Huguenot

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Southampton
Pool Features:

None

Parking

Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2.0
Parking Features:

CircularDriveway,GarageDoorOpener,OffStreet,Storage

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,750,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$14,725
Taxes	$1,683
Insurance	$756
Utilities	$501 See report
Total	$17,665/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price
7/17/25 Jul 17, 2025	Listed / Active	CVRMLS	$2,750,000
6/18/24 Jun 18, 2024	Listed / Active	NYSAMLS
5/28/24 May 28, 2024	Price Changed	CVRMLS

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This house located in Stratford Hills - Stony Point, Richmond, VA 23225 is currently for sale for $2,750,000. 7539 Riverside Drive is a 7,900 square foot house with 4 beds and 6 baths that has been on Estately for 0 days. 7539 Riverside Drive is in the Stratford Hills - Stony Point neighborhood of Richmond. This house is in the attendance area of Lucille Murray Brown Middle School, Southampton Elementary School, Huguenot High School, and Open High School.

Listing Courtesy of: CVRMLS and Joyner Fine Properties.

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