Fairfield
Classic American architecture
Across Fairfield’s subdivisions is a variety of single-family homes that pull from a handful of architectural ilks. Throughout the 1940s and ‘50s, small, two- to three-bedroom, one-bathroom ranch-style homes were the most popular type. The ‘60s brought Colonial Revivals with more bedrooms and bathrooms. More split-level and bi-level homes cropped up in the ‘90s, typically adhering to the Colonial Revival style. Lastly, in the early 2000s, townhouses were built, completing the architectural profile of Fairfield’s current housing stock. “They don’t make homes quite like this anymore,” says Shawn Shurm, Realtor with Realty Richmond. “A lot of the architecture found in the Fairfield area, like split foyers, for example, has become increasingly rare. Many homes are getting updates, but they’re solidly built, and the renovations are being done in ways that keep their character.” Overall list prices in Fairfield range from $156,000 for, say, a midcentury two-bedroom bungalow in need of some updates to $506,000, which could afford a move-in-ready, five-bedroom Colonial Revival. The median lot size in Fairfield is a little more than a quarter-acre, giving folks plenty of room to enjoy their property. According to Shurm, inventory is low, and demand for homes in this part of town continues to increase.
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Highland Springs High School
Students in Fairfield attend schools in the Henrico County Public Schools district, which is ranked No. 6 on Niche’s list of the best school districts in the Richmond area. Students can start school at Arthur Ashe Jr. Elementary School, rated C on Niche, before attending Fairfield Middle, rated C-minus. Highland Springs High, rated C-minus as well, moved to a brand-new building in the fall of 2021 with state-of-the-art facilities, including interactive classrooms, an open-area library and modern labs. The former Highland Springs High building has been repurposed as the “Oak Avenue Complex” and will house part of the Achievable Dream Academy, a non-profit program that provides resources to under-served communities to support their success in school.
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Hidden Creek Park and Recreation Center
Hidden Creek Park and Recreation Center is tucked on the western edge of Fairfield, perfect for some fresh air and exercise. This well-maintained park spans several acres and features a wide, paved walking path that weaves through the woods. Kids can enjoy the colorful playground with climbing structures and slides, or you can play pickleball or tennis on the courts. Covered picnic tables and grills provide the perfect spot for an afternoon barbecue.Robinson Park on Westover Avenue is another nice space to spend time outdoors in Fairfield. The park has two playgrounds, several basketball courts and walking trails.
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Shopping and dining along Laburnum Avenue
Small commercial areas for quotidian shopping needs can be found around Fairfield, such as Oak Hill Plaza, but for a wider variety of chain retailers, folks head to White Oak Village on Laburnum Avenue. This commercial complex has a Target, Publix, Lowe’s, PetSmart and more. Familiar fast-food joints like Chik-Fil-A and Cookout, as well as chain restaurants like LongHorn Steakhouse, Red Lobster and Cracker Barrel Old Country Store. For a taste of more local flavor, Jackie's Restaurant Southern Style Cooking sits on the corner of Creighton Road and Laburnum. This spot has gained a large following thanks to its perfected old-fashioned Southern home cooking away from home, complete with hearty portions.
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Interstate 64
Several major thoroughfares run through and around Fairfield, making it a convenient area for commuters. Laburnum Avenue, Nine Mile Road, Creighton Road and Mechanicsville Turnpike are the area’s main arteries. Residents also have immediate access to Interstate 64, one of Richmond’s main connectors. While this is a car-dependent area, Laburnum Avenue is studded by a few GRTC bus stops.
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Written By
Micaela Willoughby
Photography Contributed By
Miguel Karroum
Video By
Christine Tranchina
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joyce Cooper
JC
Joyce Cooper
Responds QuicklyCooper Realty Group LLC
(804) 609-3995
103 Total Sales
1 in Fairfield
$285,000 Price
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Sarah Romero
Sarah Romero
Real Broker LLC
(804) 409-3896
89 Total Sales
2 in Fairfield
$303K - $360K Price Range
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Shayna Reavis
Shayna Reavis
ICON Realty Group
(804) 348-1209
26 Total Sales
2 in Fairfield
$194K - $235K Price Range
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Charles Futrell
Charles Futrell
Responds QuicklySamson Properties
(804) 944-8740
78 Total Sales
9 in Fairfield
$175K - $350K Price Range
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Pam Pope
Pam Pope
Long & Foster REALTORS
(804) 492-7858
61 Total Sales
2 in Fairfield
$306K - $375K Price Range
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Gergis Hanna
Gergis Hanna
A Plus Realty and Associates Inc
(804) 265-4626
30 Total Sales
1 in Fairfield
$255,000 Price
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
Robinson Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Playground
Chickahominy Bluff
- Trails
- Parking Lot
- Hiking
Hidden Creek Park & Recreation Center
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Trails
Lucks Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Oakwood Playground
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Vawter Street Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fairfield | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fairfield Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairfield, Highland Springs sell after 113 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairfield, Highland Springs over the last 12 months is $414,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$420,000
Median Sale Price
$414,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$410,995
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$471,640
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$190,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
246
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
8,112
Number of Homes for Sale
56
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,542
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,348
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,037
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 22 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,014 - $1,209 per month
- Pointe at River City
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 784 Sq Ft
- 11 N Laburnum Ave
- Richmond, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
26,847
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,199
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,204
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
20.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33
/ 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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