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Bensley offers connectivity and convenience just south of Richmond
Bensley is a Richmond suburb where industrial areas, leafy neighborhoods and busy thoroughfares sit side by side. The ranch-style homes here have big yards, and Bensley Park provides even more green space. Major employers like the Defense Logistics Agency are close by, and you also have easy access to Interstate 95, U.S. Route 1 and Chippenham Parkway, making it easy to get downtown. Prices are lower than the city’s median, and there are plenty of rental options.
Mature trees tower over the streets in Bensley.
Falling Creek Ironworks Park, a former iron forge, is free and open to the public.
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Modest Cape Cods and Minimal Traditional houses with big yards
Most residents here rent single-family homes or units in low-rise apartment complexes. Ranch-style, Cape Cod and Minimal Traditional houses are common, often with footprints of around 1,300 square feet. Though the homes may be on the smaller end, lot sizes of over a quarter of an acre add outdoor space. “Bensley is a very attractive area for people who want more space at a lower price point than the city,” says Erin Melton, a realtor at EXP Realty with over 20 years of experience.
Ranch-style homes are among the most common builds in Bensley.
Two-story colonial homes can sometimes be found on the winding streets of Bensley.
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Home prices are lower than in much of Richmond
The median sale price in Bensley is in the mid-$200,000s, lower than Richmond’s overall median and that of the nearby neighborhoods of Bellwood and Walmsley, but higher than you'll find in Jeff Davis. Homes typically cost between the lower $200,000s to the mid-$300,000s, though new construction builds may go for more. You can also find condos from the lower $100,000s to the mid-$100,000s. “Things sell fast around here, and if they’re fixed up, you’re going to have a bidding war,” Melton says.
Craftsman bungalows are a common find in Bensley.
Newer ranch-style builds sometimes pop up in the Bensley area.
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Which Chesterfield schools kids might attend
Kids can attend Chesterfield County Public Schools, a highly rated district. Depending on where they live, kids might attend one of three elementary schools. Bensley Elementary School is in the neighborhood, putting it within walking distance for many. In eighth grade, students can apply to a technology school, a governor’s school or a specialty center. Meadowbrook High School is the closest option, and it’s home to both the Academy for Developing Entrepreneurs and an International Baccalaureate program.
Students in Bensley can attend Chesterfield County Public Schools.
Bensley Elementary School teaches students from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade.
Meadowbrook High School offers public education just a short drive from Bensley.
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A neighborhood blending industry with suburban living
Bensley is mostly an industrial area that hosts employers like DuPont and the Defense Logistics Agency, as well as several manufacturers. Between these businesses are leafy pockets of residential neighborhoods. “It’s suburban, but it’s got an urban feel,” says Danielle Bowers, who has over 20 years of experience and is the broker-owner of Century 21 Lifestyle. "It’s Chesterfield County, but it’s very close to Richmond’s South Side.” She says that the community attracts a lot of first-time homebuyers, renters and people who work nearby, .
Buses run to all the local hot spots, ensuring easy access to all of Bensley.
Commuters can reach downtown or the airport in about 15 minutes
Bensley’s highway and interstate access make it easy to get around the city. “You can hop right on Chippenham, which takes you to 95, or 895 to take you to the airport, so it’s good for commuters,” Bowers says. Downtown Richmond is around 15 minutes away via I-95, or you can avoid the interstate and take Route 1, a 20-minute trip. Richmond International Airport in Sandston is also a 15-minute drive.
Shopping and restaurants are all nearby
Restaurants and grocery stores are along Route 1. Here, you can find businesses like: La Princesa, a halal restaurant serving Latin American cuisine
East King, which serves Chinese dishes
Taquería Isabel, a food truck serving tacos and tortas
Jefferson Davis Flea Market, where vendors sell everything from clothing to fresh fruit
For groceries, you can head to Food Lion, Dollar General or specialty stores like Nuevo Amanecer Latino Market. A Walmart Neighborhood Market and national retailers like Marshalls and Burlington are a short drive away at Meadowbrook Plaza.
Nuevo Amanecer Latino Market offers fresh produce and groceries for the Bensley area.
Locals can find cheap goods at the Jefferson Davis Flea Market near Bensley.
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Two parks provide plenty of ways to get outside
You don’t have to travel far to get to parks, either. “Bensley Park is popular there,” Bowers says. “There’s a rec center, so they’ll have summer camps for the kids.” The park also has a playground, baseball fields and courts for futsal, a scaled-back version of soccer. Falling Creek Ironworks Park, located near the Falling Creek Apartments, has a trail leading through the forest with views of the creek and historic sites.
A group of young teens play on a swing set in Bensley Park.
Ancarrow's Landing is an inviting space for family activities, like hikes.
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Crime and Safety
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Bensley
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
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Crime Score
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Bensley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bensley, Richmond sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Bensley, Richmond over the last 12 months is $251,250, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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