Sutherland
Neighborhood in Dinwiddie County
Dinwiddie County 23885
Boating and battlefield hikes in Sutherland
Lake Chesdin, which forms Sutherland’s northern border, is one of Dinwiddie and Chesterfield counties’ main recreational attractions. “This lake was manmade back in the early 1960s; it used to be just the Appomattox River running through there,” Patsel says. “People love the lake down there, and you can ski, kneeboard, tube and ride kayaks and jetskis. There are plenty of places to park your boat and enjoy little beach areas long the lake.” Those who prefer to stay on land can still make use of the lake’s scenery for their outdoor outings. “There are campgrounds where you can go and pop a tent, stuff like that,” Patsel says. “There used to be a 170-acre campground called the ‘Leonards Campground’ before the family sold it. They put Riverside Vines out there, and there are now several wedding venues out that way.” History buffs and everyday hikers often visit the Five Forks Battlefield to explore nearly 7 miles of trails cutting through pine woods. Interpretive signs tell the story of one of the last major battles of the American Civil War, fought in April 1865. The nearby Pamplin Historical Park, the site of another climactic action that same month, regularly offers hands-on living history demonstrations to school groups while also making a large section of the Petersburg battlefield open for wooded strolls.Restaurants and supermarkets are not far from rural Sutherland
Though Sutherland doesn’t have a downtown shopping area of its own, restaurants and supermarkets aren’t hard to find. Food Lion and Produce Center are just 6 miles away on the western outskirts of Petersburg. Just beyond Sutherland’s eastern boundaries, Corner Market BBQ sells pulled pork, wings and other barbecue specialties every weekend. The neighboring El Caporal Mexican Restaurant immerses diners in a colorful, traditional Mexican atmosphere while serving culinary staples like tacos and arroz con pollo. Boaters can launch their craft from the Lake Chesdin Boat Ramp and dock at The Landing Grill on the north bank of the lake. This small restaurant offers burgers, beer and boating snacks to visitors as they take in the views of the marina and lake from a nautically themed dining room.Homes get more expensive closer to Lake Chesdin
Due to its rural location, Sutherland consists of a scattering of residences that vary from waterfront properties to inland ranch-style and Cape Cod-influenced homes. Most of Sutherland’s houses are single-story buildings constructed between the 1960s and 2020s, and they have sold for between $230,000 and $525,000. However, homes along the lakefront can sell for significantly more; one recently sold single-story property along the lake recently sold for $850,000. Homes continue to be built as Dinwiddie County grows in popularity as a Richmond-Petersburg exurb. “The biggest thing are the taxes; the taxes are so much less than in other counties and cities,” Patsel says. “You pay up to $1,800 less in taxes here than in Chesterfield County on the other side of the lake.” Sutherland also has a minimal risk of crime, as indicated by its CAP Index Crime Score of 1.Easy access to major cities via Route 460
Sutherland’s location along U.S. Route 460 connects it to Petersburg within a 10-mile drive, while Richmond is a 35-mile journey up Interstate 95. Sutherland has its own family practice clinic, while Bon Secours’ Southside Medical Center, a 15-mile drive into Petersburg, is the closest emergency room.Dinwiddie County schools partner with Richard Bland College
Students can start their education at Sutherland Elementary School, which receives a B-minus rating from Niche, before attending the C-plus-rated Dinwiddie County Middle School and the B-minus-rated Dinwiddie High School. Dinwiddie High offers a dual enrollment program with Richard Bland College, enabling students to earn credit in fields as diverse as business and visual arts.
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Jacob Adelhoch
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Janet Newcomb
Janet Newcomb
Responds QuicklyHometown Realty
(804) 409-9149
67 Total Sales
1 in Sutherland
$165,000 Price
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Joyce Cooper
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Joyce Cooper
Responds QuicklyCooper Realty Group LLC
(804) 609-3995
103 Total Sales
2 in Sutherland
$201K - $372K Price Range
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Donnie Milton
Donnie Milton
Weichert Brockwell & Associate
(804) 805-4964
12 Total Sales
1 in Sutherland
$310,000 Price
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Christy Bowman
Christy Bowman
Harris & Assoc, Inc
(804) 609-2217
83 Total Sales
1 in Sutherland
$290,000 Price
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Cody Mann
Cody Mann
Village Concepts Realty Group
(804) 655-4966
46 Total Sales
1 in Sutherland
$250,000 Price
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Melissa Allen
Melissa Allen
BHHS PenFed Realty
(804) 476-8710
51 Total Sales
1 in Sutherland
$346,900 Price
Schools
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sutherland | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sutherland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sutherland, Dinwiddie sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Sutherland, Dinwiddie over the last 12 months is $346,900, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$367,500
Median Sale Price
$346,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$363,425
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$203
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
997
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1989
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,828
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,131
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,910
Median Age
46
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,630
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,698
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.2%
College Graduates
19.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15
/ 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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