Westchester
Suburban Neighborhood in Midlothian, Virginia
Chesterfield County 23113, 23114
Living in Westchester communities
Westchester is made up of several smaller subdivisions. Most sprang up between the late 1990s and early 2000s. “But there’s still a lot of new development going on in this part of Midlothian,” says Via, noting that one of his recent listings was built in 2019. “As you move west, homes get older, but there’s more land out here, so we’re continuing to see new construction all the time,” he says. Many of the subdivisions have been built out in phases; Via says that Founders Bridge, at the north end of Westchester, is one such community. “Construction started in the early 2000s and there are still parts of the community being built out today. And the nice thing about there being so much new construction is that many of the homes are custom,” he says. Westchester prices range from $400,000 to more than $1 million. Via: “It’s fairly affluent because of the price tag, but there are homes here for nearly every life stage, starting with those move-up homebuyers looking to upgrade from their first homes to people emptying out their nests and looking to downsize.”
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Golf and play close to home
There are neighborhood parks in most Westchester subdivisions. Some, like Founders Bridge on the north side of Westchester, offer outdoor pools, playgrounds and tennis courts. For a round or two of golf, locals can visit either Independence Golf Club or Windy Hill Golf Course and Sports Complex. Independence, the club around which Founders Bridge circles, is a public club designed and developed by the Virginia State Golfers Association. “It’s a very unique situation because most of the golf communities in and around Richmond are built around private clubs, but here, you have the benefit of living in a country club community without having to join a private club and fork over all the fees associated with being a member,” says Via. The Windy Hill course is also public, as is the adjacent sports complex, which features everything from mini golf and go-karts to batting cages. It’s off the Midlothian Turnpike toward Westchester’s west end, near Huguenot Springs Road. For a more intense workout, residents can join Gold’s Gym in Westchester Commons. The local movie theater, Regal Cinemas, is in the Westchester Commons shopping center, too, in the curve between State Route 288 and the Midlothian Turnpike.Highly sought-after Chesterfield County schools
Westchester students attend highly sought-after schools in the Chesterfield County Public Schools system. The exact pathway can differ depending on address, so make sure to double-check the district boundaries ahead of registration. Youngsters living in the Founders Bridge community go to Bettie Weaver Elementary, Robious Middle and James River High School. “They’re exceptional, three of the most highly rated in the Richmond area,” says Via, noting that several of his clients have cited the schools as a major deciding factor in their homebuying process. On Niche, Weaver and James River High both earned A-minus grades in 2023. Robious Middle earned a B-plus that same year. Teens at James River High can participate in a diverse array of clubs and extracurriculars, from joining athletic teams like soccer or football to joining clubs like Brass & Woodwind Ensemble, chess, drama or Family Career and Community Leaders of America.
On the doorstep of the Richmond metro
Midlothian Turnpike, which bisects Westchester from east to west, connects residents from Midlothian all the way through to Richmond. Bisecting Westchester from north to south, State Route 288 is a main thoroughfare locals can hop on to get from Westchester up to Short Pump or down to Chester. Bon Secours Westchester Emergency Center is in the Westchester Medical Park at the center of Westchester, off the turnpike. The Richmond International Airport is farther afield, but still just a 30-minute drive east across the city.Convenient to Westchester Commons
Locals can visit Westchester Commons for everyday essentials, retail therapy or even date night. The Main Street-style, walkable shopping center is near the center of Westchester, in the curve where State Route 288 meets the Midlothian Turnpike. There’s a Target and Petco, a JOANN Fabrics and Crafts and quick dining options like Panera Bread and Chick-fil-A. But for a fancier sit-down dining experience, locals enjoy Dominic’s Italian Grille and NAPA Kitchen and Wine. Dominic’s serves up classic Italian fare in an upscale, yet casual atmosphere. For a culinary experience slightly closer to home, NAPA Kitchen and Wine serves up California-inspired dishes and a wine list that reads like it was ripped directly from the vines in Napa Valley. There are tons of options for shopping and dining just minutes down the Midlothian Turnpike, too. In the Ivymont Square shopping center, off the turnpike about 6 minutes east, there’s a Kroger and a Publix. Across the street, there’s also an Aldi.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tracey McClung
Tracey McClung
Responds QuicklyVillage Concepts Realty Group
(804) 999-6251
62 Total Sales
1 in Westchester
$305,000 Price
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Catena Armstrong
Catena Armstrong
Rashkind Saunders & Co.
(804) 292-2912
67 Total Sales
1 in Westchester
$1,135,000 Price
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Weston Estes
Weston Estes
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Commonwealth
(804) 404-8741
128 Total Sales
1 in Westchester
$750,000 Price
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James Nay
James Nay
River City Elite Properties
(804) 609-2378
976 Total Sales
2 in Westchester
$420K - $940K Price Range
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Dianne Long
Dianne Long
Napier REALTORS ERA
(804) 346-5643
147 Total Sales
7 in Westchester
$429K - $1.1M Price Range
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Karen Loewen
Karen Loewen
Compass
(804) 409-8346
118 Total Sales
2 in Westchester
$442K - $472K 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
Wishing Well Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Parking Lot
River Downs North Tot Lot
- Playground
Colony Park
- Trails
- Volleyball
- Playground
Sycamore Community Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Midlothian Village Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Riverdowns South Tot Lot
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westchester | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westchester Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westchester, Midlothian sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Westchester, Midlothian over the last 12 months is $582,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$644,602
Median Sale Price
$582,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$870,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$523,307
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$222
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,069
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,748
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,213
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,058
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
34,412
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,478 - $2,582 per month
- Center West Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 654+ Sq Ft
- 701 Watkins View Dr
- Midlothian, VA
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$1,585 - $2,505 per month
- The Bella at Westchester
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 660+ Sq Ft
- 700 City Vw Lp
- Midlothian, VA
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$1,567 - $2,155 per month
- The Vue at Westchester Commons
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 642+ Sq Ft
- 450 Perimeter Dr
- Midlothian, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,862
Median Age
42
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$150,992
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$168,720
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
71.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.3%
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®
7
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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