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Prime 35.87-Acre Development Opportunity – Heart of Chester, VA! Exceptional opportunity to acquire 35.87 acres of prime, centrally located land ideal for residential development—perfect for townhomes, single-family homes, or a private estate community. Located in a high-growth corridor with convenient access to Route 10, I-95, I-295, and I-288, this property offers outstanding potential for builders, developers, or long-term investors. A fully renovated home is located on-site, providing immediate livability or rental income potential during development. The residence features brand-new drywall, flooring, bathrooms, and a kitchen, along with two bonus rooms that can easily convert into a fourth and fifth bedroom. Additional improvements include a 536 sq. ft. attached two-car garage, large screened porch, carport, and covered patio area—offering both comfort and value as part of this versatile investment package. Investment Highlights: • Total Land Area: 35.87 acres (mostly level and usable) • Zoning: Suitable for residential development (townhomes or single-family homes) – verify with county planning • Location: Prime Chester location near Route 10, I-95, I-295, and I-288 • Utilities: Public water and sewer available nearby (verify availability) • Existing Structure: Renovated home suitable for rental income or as a site office during development • Topography: Favorable terrain ideal for subdivision or phased construction • Market Growth: Chesterfield County continues to experience strong housing demand and expansion • Accessibility: Minutes from major retail centers, schools, and employers • Exit Strategy: Perfect for builders, developers, or long-term investors seeking capital appreciation and project flexibility ??This property presents a rare opportunity combining immediate livability, rental income potential, and significant development upside in one of Chesterfield County’s fastest-growing residential corridors.
Median sale price in this area is $450,568. (65% lower than this home)
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Property details
Exterior
Exterior features
Buildable, level, wooded land with potential to split
County road frontage
Residence structure
Possible uses include investment, multifamily, and single-family
Utilities
Natural gas available
Electricity available and on the property
Septic tank
Well water
Sale and tax history for 13225 Old Happy Hill Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CVRMLS #2628033
Oct 14, 2026
Listed
$1,299,000
CVRMLS #2529022
Oct 8, 2026
Listing Removed
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Oct 18, 2025
Listed
$1,499,000
rentalsource #2
Aug 15, 2026
Rental Removed
$3,300
Jun 20, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,300
TENANTTURNER2 #1
Jun 19, 2026
Rental Removed
$3,300
May 26, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,300
Jul 26, 2025
Rental Removed
$3,000
May 20, 2025
Listed for Rent
$3,000
CVRMLS #2420496
Nov 26, 2024
Sold
$450,000
Sep 24, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 30, 2024
Relisted
—
Aug 8, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 5, 2024
Listed
$499,950
+32
36 acres located in the heart of Chester, this all brick 2 story home is a blank slate for you to imagine and build out your dream home. Brought down to the studs this home has 2376 sqft ready to be brough back to life with your own personal style. Featuring a metal roof, 2 zone hvac, screen porch, carport/covered patio area, a 536 sqft two car attached garage, living room with brick fireplace and wood stove, primary suite features a fireplace and a bathroom roughed in for double vanity, and a very private setting with the home set back way off the road. Most of the 36 acres is wooded.
CVRMLS #2322437
Dec 18, 2023
Sold
$400,000
Nov 13, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 26, 2023
Price Changed
$595,000
Sep 13, 2023
Listed
$750,000
CVRMLS #2018153
Sep 22, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jul 1, 2020
Price Changed
$825,000
Jun 18, 2020
Listed
$750,000
CVRMLS #2003680
May 5, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Feb 3, 2020
Listed
$825,000
CVRMLS #1902483
Jan 20, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jan 23, 2019
Listed
$700,000
Public Records
Sep 6, 1973
Sold
$35,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,960 (+9.7%)
$198,600 + $246,300
$444,900
2025
$3,608 (−0.3%)
$198,600 + $246,300
$444,900
2024
$3,620 (−24.6%)
$192,600 + $212,800
$405,400
2023
$4,800 (+7.0%)
$192,600 + $209,600
$402,200
2022
$4,485 (+8.4%)
$187,600 + $339,900
$527,500
2021
$4,137 (+4.0%)
$186,600 + $300,900
$487,500
2020
$3,980 (+6.0%)
$184,600 + $250,900
$435,500
2019
$3,753 (+3.1%)
$184,600 + $234,300
$418,900
2018
$3,641 (+2.0%)
$183,600 + $211,500
$395,100
2017
$3,569 (+3.1%)
$177,600 + $205,700
$383,300
2016
$3,462 (+1.2%)
$175,600 + $185,100
$360,700
2014
$3,420 (+1.4%)
$175,600 + $178,100
$353,700
2013
$3,373
$175,600 + $178,100
$353,700
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
35.87 Acres
Year renovated
1977
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,376
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,376
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chesterfield County
APN
788647062800000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Chester, VA • 23831
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Sun exposure
20/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
2.7 hrs
0.9 hr
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 13225 Old Happy Hill Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $415,000 and $583,397.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $415K to $583K.