1653 River Rd W, Crozier, VA 23039

3BR + flexible 3rd * 3.5 acres * Partially fenced * Powered studio shed * River Rd corridor * Available as early as 4/15 Please no drive-bys. Current tenants are preparing to move into a home they purchased nearby after a long time in the house. Be respectful of their privacy. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT A rare mini-homestead rental close to Richmond, I64, and the James River: space to roam, massive oak shade, partially fenced, and a powered studio shed ideal for work-from-home, hobbies, or a quiet retreat separate from the main house. Two easy routes (take River Rd or I64) make getting to downtown easy. A breath of fresh air for those tired of heavy traffic, cramped city blocks, and imponderable HOA rules. PROPERTY FEATURES 3.5 acres with mature oaks, established plantings, and wildflowers throughout the blooming season. Horseshoe driveway with two gated entrances Detached powered studio shed for office, gym, workshop, art space, yoga space, guest room or storage. Past tenants used this as a writer's lodge, a playroom for kids (less toys to clutter the house), a guest bedroom, and high-end garden shed/green house. Existing chicken pen on site (chickens and ducks have been kept in the past); pen stays, no animals included Space for gardens and a future firepit area Major appliances included Cooling via two window A/C units as needed; naturally cooler under the oak canopy Brick fireplace with woodstove insert (allows option to remove or keep in to warm by wood) Heat via oil furnace serviced by Woodfin Oil Updated kitchen and bathroom with subway tile shower and double vanity Marble countertops in updated kitchen Original hardwood floors and crown molding RECENT UPDATES AND MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS Band new back deck 2026 (not pictured) Gorgeous old original Tin roof repaired in 2019 Chimney repointed in 2020 New gutters in 2021 Entire exterior freshly painted in 2022 NEW 18k septic system and drain field installed in 2024 BEDROOM NOTE Listed as 3 bedrooms. The third bedroom is best used as an office, guest room, or nursery. LOCATION 15 minutes to Short Pump and the West End 9 minutes to I-64 3 minutes to James River access and river parks for walking, kayaking, and canoeing PETS Pets considered with approval. $250 non-refundable pet fee plus $25 per month per pet. UTILITIES AND LAWN Tenant responsible for utilities. Lawn maintenance is the tenant's responsibility APPLY AND SCREENING Applicants must apply through Zillow. Credit and background check required. Qualification guidelines: gross household income approximately 2.5 times the monthly rent preferred. Credit score 650+ preferred with strong rental history. Applicants with a credit score of 620+ may be considered if they have strong rental history and no recent delinquencies. Preference given to applicants who wish to pay rent multiple months in advance at signing (though not required). SHOWINGS TIMELINE Tenant vacates April 5. Owner completing turnover and repairs. Photos are from previous listing (without newer updates like new back deck) will be updated after tenant moves out. Showings and open houses begin April 10. annual, renewable lease viewings start 4/10 available to rent starting 4/15 see property description for more info