Sarah Romero
Real Broker LLC
(804) 409-3896
88 Total Sales
11 in South Richmond
$141K - $384K Price Range
South Richmond
Situated 8 miles south of the James River, South Richmond offers homebuyers spacious properties and convenience at a desirable price point.
Neighborhoods in the South Richmond area offer a wide range of architectural styles and lot sizes. Here you’ll find ranch homes, colonials, Cape Cods and transitional-style homes perched on lots ranging between a quarter and half-acre with mature trees. These wooded, suburban-style neighborhoods offer more space and a sense of seclusion that is harder to find in the city. Wide streets, paved driveways and multi-car garages are common in this part of town. In South Richmond, you can get a 3-bed, 2-bath ranch home on a quarter acre for $265,000, a 4-bed, 3-bath colonial on a third acre for $415,000 or a 5-bed, 6-bath transitional-style home on a half-acre for $890,000.
Students in South Richmond attend school in the Chesterfield County Public Schools district, which includes AM Davis Elementary School, Providence Middle School and Monacan High School. The Chesterfield County Public Schools district receives an overall grade of B+ on Niche. Monacan High, which also receives a B+ on Niche, is home to two specialty centers: Center for the Humanities and Health Professions. Each center gives students the opportunity to join a program of study with hands-on learning.
For fresh air and exercise, head to Rockwood Park on Courthouse Road. This wooded public park spans 171 acres and features well-maintained sports fields and game courts, an archery range, a playground and walking trails. Let your pup run around at Rockwood’s large, fenced-in dog park, Ruff House Dog Park.
When hungry, head to La Milpa Mexican Restaurant on Hull Street Road for traditional Mexican food as well as a Latin American grocery shop. Grab a booth at this vibrant eatery and savor their carnitas tacos and tasty pupusas. Carena’s Jamaican Grille on Midlothian Turnpike is the place to go if you're craving Jamaican cuisine. Enjoy jerk chicken, curry goat and other specialties in a bright atmosphere at this South Richmond gem.
Pick up groceries at Kroger and grab the essentials at Big Lots on Hull Street Road. When you want to go shopping, take Reams Road for six miles to land in the bustling Chesterfield Towne Center. Here you’ll find a sprawling shopping mall and many familiar retailers like Target, Costco and Home Depot, along with extensive options for dining and entertainment. For more fun, head over to Putt-Putt Fun Center on Midlothian Turnpike, boasting go-kart, laser tag, arcade games, and, of course, putt-putt.
With Hull Street Road bisecting South Richmond, residents have a direct connection to all parts of Richmond. Drive a bit further south to hop on Memorial Highway, or head north to land in the heart of vibrant downtown Richmond in minutes.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sarah Romero
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Jamie Shannon
Jamie Shannon
eXp Realty LLC
(757) 330-4285
85 Total Sales
1 in South Richmond
$220,000 Price
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Shayna Reavis
Shayna Reavis
ICON Realty Group
(804) 348-1209
26 Total Sales
1 in South Richmond
$385,000 Price
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Charles Futrell
Charles Futrell
Responds QuicklySamson Properties
(804) 944-8740
78 Total Sales
1 in South Richmond
$234,000 Price
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Pam Pope
Pam Pope
Long & Foster REALTORS
(804) 492-7858
61 Total Sales
4 in South Richmond
$265K - $400K Price Range
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Tonya Leeper
Tonya Leeper
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(804) 409-3780
55 Total Sales
9 in South Richmond
$245K - $427K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Broad Rock Sports Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Mary B. Stratton Park
- Bike Trails
- Football
- Soccer
Rockwood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Clarendon Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Richmond | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Richmond Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Richmond, Chesterfield sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Richmond, Chesterfield over the last 12 months is $448,450, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$419,900
Median Sale Price
$448,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,060
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$780,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$545,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
191
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$281
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
12,604
Number of Homes for Sale
61
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
3.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,910
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,613
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,380
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,204
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 4pm
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,485 - $2,025 per month
- Element At Stonebridge
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 563+ Sq Ft
- 301 Karl Linn Dr
- North Chesterfield, VA
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$1,630 - $3,650 per month
- Aura Stonebridge
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 630+ Sq Ft
- 311 Karl Linn Dr
- North Chesterfield, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
38,884
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,400
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,628
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.5%
Advanced Degrees
12%
% Population in Labor Force
74.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
18
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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