$590,519Average Value$243Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Amenities galore south of Short Pump
Wellesley is situated 15 miles northwest of downtown Richmond and just south of Short Pump, a popular shopping and dining district. Spacious lot sizes and myriad community amenities, along with highly rated Henrico County schools, all add to Wellesley’s appeal to homebuyers. John Daylor, a Realtor with Joyner Fine Properties who has been in local real estate for more than three decades, says that Wellesley is often at the top of the list for homebuyers looking for a neighborhood in Richmond’s “Far West End.” Daylor: “Many people are drawn there for the neighborhood itself. They like the strong sense of community, and they like the pools and walking trails, as well as the mature lots.”
Living in Wellesley
Built mainly throughout the 1980s and 1990s, homes in Wellesley range from 2,000-square-foot brick townhomes to large Georgian, Cape Cod, and Colonial Revival-style single-family houses. Homes near the center of the community often feature views of Wellesley Lake. Like many suburbs on the outskirts of Richmond, lots here are big, usually somewhere between a quarter of an acre to a full acre. The broad, neatly trimmed front lawns are shaded by tall trees and decorated by manicured garden beds and ornamental shrubs. Two-bedroom townhomes here tend to sell for around $315,000, while four-bedroom Colonial Revival-style homes go for closer to $560,000. “Right now in this area, home sales have slowed down a bit due to the higher interest rates, but price points are still up due to lack of inventory and high demand,” Daylor says. “We are seeing longer days on market, but it still varies. Some houses still sell in a weekend, while other sit a while longer.”
Two story, single family homes are common finds for residents living and moving to Wellesley.
Two-story homes in Wellesley, VA offer additional space for larger families.
Well-maintained brick homes in Wellesley, VA have a luscious lawn.
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Highly rated Henrico schools
Kids in Wellesley attend schools in the Henrico County Public Schools system. Many go to Gayton Elementary, Short Pump Middle and Deep Run High, all three of which are highly rated by Niche. In 2023, Gayton earned an A-minus, Short Pump earned a B-plus and Deep Run earned an A-plus. Deep Run High Wildcats can participate in the school’s Air Force JROTC program, work on the Deep Run Literary Magazine or join a variety of school-sponsored clubs, ranging in subject from band to robotics.
Outdoor fun around the corner
Wellesley residents enjoy access to the community’s tennis courts, outdoor pools and workout center. There are also several classic, colorful playgrounds and a splash pad for the youngest residents. Locals can walk their dogs or ride their bikes along the paved multiuse trails that meander through the center of the neighborhood, past Wellesley Lake. The lake itself is home to turtles and can be fished for rock bass and sunfish from the gazebo. For pup parents, there’s even a well-maintained dog park featuring astroturf, sprinklers, and water stations. Head to Short Pump Park, on Pump Road just a mile northeast, for even more outdoor fun.
There is a private, community pool exclusively for the residents in the Wellesley neighborhood.
New tennis courts are an additional amenity for residents living in Wellesley.
Wellesley Lake features both a water fountain feature and a wooden walking path.
Kids love the playground during recess at the Gayton Elementary School.
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Short Pump shopping close by
It’s easy to run out for everyday essentials or retail therapy from Wellesley, with three major shopping centers close at hand. Short Pump Town Center, Short Pump Village and Short Pump Crossing are all within 2 miles of most homes, sprawled along either side of West Broad Street to the north. Between the three shopping centers, there’s everything from Macy’s and Dillard’s to Target and Walmart Supercenter. There are even home improvement stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s nearby, as well as grocery stores like Publix, Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods. Wellesley residents can stick even closer to home for groceries, though, by visiting the Food Lion off Lauderdale Drive less than a mile and a half from most homes. After getting groceries, stop for a sweet treat at Ray’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, right next door. In the Shops at Wellesley shopping center, just up Lauderdale Drive from the Food Lion, locals can feast on everything from pizza to Indian cuisine.
Treat yourself to a "Mango Rocket" at Ray's Italian Ice and Frozen Custard.
Near this busy intersection in Wellesley is the local CVS Pharmacy.
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Summer concerts to fashion shows
Short Pump Town Center, off West Broad Street just 2 miles north, hosts a variety of events throughout the year, from a summer concert series to regular wine tastings and fashion shows. In December, local kids can meet Santa. And throughout the year (weather permitting), littles can take a ride on the Short Pump Express, a small trackless train that tours the outdoor mall.
Getting around Richmond
West Broad Street, on Wellesley’s doorstep just a mile north, is a major thoroughfare connecting locals to the wider Richmond metro. It’s easy to get around beyond the metro with Interstate 64 just half a mile farther north, too. The Richmond International Airport is about a 30-minute drive through the city, east down I-64.
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Parks in this Area
Short Pump Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Picnic Area
Tuckahoe Creek Park
Fishing
Trails
Deep Run Park & Recreation Center
Basketball
Bike Trails
Fishing
Geese Lake Park
Lake
Picnic Area
Trails
Tuckahoe Little League
Baseball/Softball
Parking Lot
Deep Run Park
Transit
Airport
Richmond International
36 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wellesley
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,325
Median Age
42
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$148,643
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$173,278
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
75.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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