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A master-planned community close to nature
Homebuyers may not find towering mountains at The Highlands, but one thing is for sure – residents do live the high life. A master-planned community, The Highlands offers an accessible 18-hole golf course, various amenities like lakes and tennis courts and proximity to Virginia’s largest state park. Newly built homes contrast beautifully with established forests in The Highlands, houses sitting on tidy, tree-shaded lots that span an acre or more. Most houses sell for between $450,000 and $750,000, but there’s also empty lots and a 55+ community to choose from. In short, when it comes to living close to nature in a modern, high-quality home, The Highlands has residents covered.
Houses in The Highlands sit on lots that average an acre in size.
Houses in The Highlands sit on leafy lots with mature shade trees.
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Homes in The Highlands
Many homes in The Highlands were built after the ‘70s, following Colonial Revival and American Craftsman designs and selling for roughly $450,000 to $650,000. A lot of homes have been built since 2020 and follow New Traditional designs. These recent three- to five-bedroom builds sell for between $550,000 to $750,000. Regardless of the house one chooses, spacious, private, forested lots are a staple of life in The Highlands. “Most lots are around an acre, and here and there, you’ll find two or three-acre lots,” says Matt Cullather a Realtor with EXP who has been selling homes for nearly 20 years. “So, homes aren’t sitting on top of each other.” One-and-a-half acre lots can also still be found in the south waiting for development. They go for between $80,000 and $100,000. There’s also a 55+ section in the south by Lake Margaret. Houses there usually sell for between $600,000 and $800,000.
Colonial style homes.
Houses in The Highlands sit back on large lots with wooded backyards.
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Schools and information technology
Students can attend schools within the Chesterfield County Public Schools system. They might follow the pattern of O. B. Gates Elementary to Matoaca Middle to Matoaca High School. O. B. Gates Elementary and Matoaca High receive B grades from Niche while Matoaca Middle is C-plus-rated. Matoaca High hosts a Center for Innovative Technology. Alongside taking core classes relating to IT, students select an IT pathway such as game design, 3D design and cybersecurity. Students can also become NOCTI and CompTIA Network+ certified or Oracle Certified Specialists, among other distinguishments.
Matoaca High School, houses the Center for Information Technology.
Shot through the fern grass at O.B. Gates Elementary School.
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A golf course, lakes and Virginia’s largest state park
“We’ve got a beautiful 18-hole championship golf course that was recently updated and made even better,” Cullather says. The Golf Club at The Highlands is centrally located and offers several practice facilities, a fitness center and a restaurant and bar. And beyond the golf course, The Highlands is filled to the brim with amenities like hiking trails, pools, lakes and tennis courts. Living at The Highlands is comparable to living at a resort. And there’s even more nature right next door. Spanning nearly 8,000 acres, Pocahontas State Park is the largest state park in Virginia and less than a 15-minute drive away for most residents. Whether residents are looking to mountain bike, archery hunt, swim in the Aquatic Recreation Center or fish or boat on Swift Creek Lake, activities can be enjoyed year-round at Pocahontas State Park.
Enjoy a game of golf at the 18-hole championship golf course.
Pocahontas State Park and its beautiful hiking trails are just a few minutes from The Highlands.
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Fourth of July and ChesterFest
“We have a Fourth of July parade, a fall festival, community yard sales and flea markets,” Cullather says. “There’s always something going on.” ChesterFest, as the fall event is known, takes place at the Chester Village Green, featuring food trucks, vendors, live music, kids’ activities and more.
Shopping and dining in Chesterfield
The stores and restaurants that are most convenient to locals can be found on Iron Bridge Road (Virginia State Route 10). Residents can choose from Kroger, ALDI, Lidl and more for groceries. For cuisine and an atmosphere from south of the border, residents stop by El Patron Cantina Iron Bridge. And locals can vouch for their jumbo margaritas: they really live up to their name. There’s also Riptides Seafood, a family-owned restaurant that serves crabs, oysters, calamari and other delicacies from under the sea.
Residents of the Highlands have many dining options such as the popular Riptides Restaurant.
Residents have an option to pick up groceries at Kroger on Iron Bridge Road.
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The highways by The Highlands
The Highlands is a car-centric community. Virginia State Route 288 is about a mile north of The Highlands, and Interstate 95 and US Route 1 are about a 5-mile, or 5-minute, drive east.
I95 and Hwy 288 are minutes from The Highlands for easy accessibility.
Residents can swim, fish, and canoe in Nash Road Lake.
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Parks in this Area
Goyne Park
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Tennis
Chester Linear Park
Harry G. Daniel Park at Iron Bridge
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Pocahontas State Park
Bike Trails
Boating
Camping
Chesterfield State Forest
Trails
Parking Lot
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Richmond International
41 min drive
The Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Highlands, Chesterfield sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The Highlands, Chesterfield over the last 12 months is $500,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled on nearly two acres in the picturesque neighborhood of Lake Margaret, this property is meticulously maintained inside and out, showcasing attractive curb appeal with a vibrant lawn & beautifully landscaped gardens! Step inside to a world of elegance with this stunning luxury property featuring 5-bedrooms and 4.1-bathrooms. As you enter through the front door, the foyer beautifully sets
Have you ever dreamed of living in your own modern-day castle? Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath retreat in the award-winning Highlands community. Nestled on a private 1.2-acre lot, this home offers a storybook setting with its turret-style roof, grand statement windows, and timeless architectural charm. Inside, you'll find luxurious finishes like crown molding, dark bamboo floors, and
Welcome to your own private oasis in the highly desirable community of The Highlands. This elegant home offers over 4,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, beautifully situated on a landscaped one-acre lot that backs to a peaceful creek.. From the moment you enter, you'll be impressed by the open floor plan, soaring 18-foot ceilings, and dramatic staircase. The formal dining
Welcome to the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and modern living. This beautifully renovated Cape Cod-style home offers five spacious bedrooms and three and a half baths, combining thoughtful design with high-end upgrades throughout. The first floor features gleaming hardwoods, anchored by a luxurious primary suite complete with a huge walk-in closet and a newly renovated spa-like bath with
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,644
Median Age
50
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$127,126
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$154,789
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
50.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.2%
% Population in Labor Force
64%
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®
16/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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