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A quiet atmosphere south of downtown in Belmont Woods
Tucked into a densely wooded area near the intersection of Chippenham Parkway and Belmont Road is the appropriately-named Belmont Woods neighborhood of North Chesterfield. With quiet streets winding through what might best be described as an urban forest, the neighborhood feels more rural than one might expect from an area less than 7 miles south of downtown Richmond. Houses tend to be built fairly close to one another in cleared areas, which creates a sense of tight-knit camaraderie among neighbors. The lack of both sidewalks and any public transportation stops means that personal transportation is a necessity for residents here. But with Chippenham Parkway marking the western boundary of the neighborhood, residents can get to Chippenham Hospital in under 10 minutes’ drive and to downtown in 15 minutes. That proximity to major thoroughfares is helpful to residents here, given that the neighborhood is entirely residential, and getting to amenities requires traveling. “The location is great for commuters who work in Richmond,” says Joie Boykins, a Broker with EXP Realty who has represented real estate transactions in the area for more than two decades. “With Chippenham Parkway right there, you can get anywhere on the Southside easily, and it’s easy to get across the river, too, with the Powhite right there.”
Starter homes to multi-story builds and new construction
Architectural styles in Belmont Woods run the gamut from cozy bungalows to multi-story new construction, and the median year of construction for the neighborhood is 1995. The median price of real estate in Belmont Woods is $329,000, and buyers can expect to pay an average of $204 per square foot. Both of those amounts are lower than what is typical in the North Chesterfield area as a whole. A three-bedroom/two-bathroom bungalow in Belmont Woods can sell for $232,000, and prices can go up to $450,000 for a three-bedroom/three-bathroom new-construction modern home. “The price points are great for a lot of buyers. We see first-time homebuyers in the neighborhood, and we see more experienced buyers. The neighborhood has a lot to offer everyone," says Boykins.
College prep at Open High School
Belmont Woods is districted to the Richmond Public Schools district, which earns an overall grade of C-plus from Niche. Students in the neighborhood can attend J. L. Francis Elementary, Thomas C. Boushall Middle and Open High School. Both J. L. Francis and Thomas C. Boushall earn a C-minus from Niche, and Open High School earns an A-plus rating. Open High School is known for its self-directed course of study that excels at preparing students for college, as well as its partnership with the Virginia Commonwealth University Honors College for after-school tutoring. Alternatively, parents can avail themselves of multiple private schools in the area, including The Steward School, rated the best private school in Richmond by Niche.
Outdoor recreation within a short drive
Despite its arboreal abundance, Belmont Woods has no parks or other recreational amenities within the neighborhood. Nearby Stratton Park and Ukrop Park are both dedicated to sports fields used by area teams, though they do provide some outdoor space for working off some excess energy when not in use. The nearest city park to the neighborhood is Broadrock Park, a little over 2 miles away. The park provides visitors with a playground, courts for tennis, pickleball and basketball, and multiple sports fields. For indoor recreation, the same lack of nearby options exists, and the closest facility is the Manchester Family YMCA, located about 10 minutes’ drive west of the neighborhood. The YMCA offers health and fitness classes, as well as organized team sports, swimming and after-school programs. “Even though they’re not right in the neighborhood, almost anything you want in terms of amenities is an easy drive,” says Boykins.
Major supermarkets and local eateries near Belmont Woods
When it’s time to stock up on groceries, neighborhood residents head to Food Lion, 2 miles south on Belmont Road. For home necessities, Walmart is located 3 miles south of the neighborhood on Chippenham Parkway. Just a little further south is Meadowdale Plaza, where shoppers will find retailers like Citi Trends, Dollar Tree and Marshalls. When dining out is on the agenda, Ocean Crab House is a local favorite for fresh seafood, and Tako Tako offers up traditional Mexican specialties in a casual setting.
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Parks in this Area
Broad Rock Sports Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Mary B. Stratton Park
Bike Trails
Football
Soccer
Bellemeade Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Pool
Crooked Branch Ravine Park
Trails
Hickory Hill Community Center
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Richmond International
26 min drive
Belmont Woods Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Belmont Woods, Richmond sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Belmont Woods, Richmond over the last 12 months is $397,950, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
415
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,795
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,827
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
58.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
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®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
14/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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