5 River Rd, Richmond, VA 23226

• 4 beds |
• 5 baths |
• 3,027 sqft

Property Description

Near West End Retreat with Historic Character, Guest Cottage & Walkable Lifestyle! A rare find in Richmond's Near West End, this circa-1883 farmhouse offers historic charm, remarkable privacy and walkability--just blooks from Libbie & Grove. Set on nearly half an acre with mature landscaping and treetop views, it feels surprisingly removed from the city. Original oak and pine floors and beautiful millwork highlight the home's history. Gracious living spaces include formal living and dining rooms, an inviting family room and kitchen with gas cooking. Expansive two-tier decking overlooks the private, wooded setting and extends the living outdoors. Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite features a private bath, walk-in closet and balcony, plus two additional bedrooms. A finished walk-out lower level adds flexible living space. A detached guest house with full bath, sitting area and kitchenette provides wonderful space for guests, a private office or studio. HISTORIC CHARACTER, NEARLY HALF ACRE LOT, A SEPARATE COTTAGE AND EXCEPTIONAL PRIVACY ALL WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF SHOPPING AND RESTAURANTS OF lIBBIE & GROVE

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

August 20, 2026 at 7:18AM

Listing Office:

Long & Foster REALTORS : (804) 288-8888

Listing Agent:

John Kendig : (804) 405-0945

Contact:

(804) 405-0945

MLS ID:

2613054

Interior

• General: Separate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in KitchenFireplaceGranite CountersHigh CeilingsBath in Primary BedroomRecessed LightingCable TVWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments
• Appliances: DryerDishwasherElectric Water HeaterGas CookingDisposalMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorStoveWine CoolerWasher
• Laundry: Dryer Hookup
• Basement: HeatedPartially FinishedWalk-Out Access
• Flooring: CarpetTileWood
• A/C: Central AirZoned
• Heating: Forced AirNatural GasZoned
• Fireplace: DecorativeMasonryFireplaceFireplaces: 3

Exterior

• General: DeckPorchStorageShedGuest House
• Style: FarmhouseTwo Story
• Other Structures: Guest HousePorchBalconyFront PorchDeck
• Pool: None
• Parking: Off StreetOn Street

Construction

• Roofing: CompositionMetalOther
• Windows: Window Treatments
• General: Aluminum SidingFrameOtherPlaster2

Location

• Originating MLS: CVR
• County: Richmond City

Lot

• Topography: Sloping
• Zoning: HAMPTON HILLS L3 0100.00X0210.00 IRG0000.000W022-0162-003
• Fencing: DecorativeFenced

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: CVR
• Ownership: IndividualsSole Proprietor