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Bon Air

Bon Air

$454,346 Average Value
$217 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

What attracts people to Bon Air

With its forested surroundings and variety of home styles, Bon Air is a Richmond suburb that maintains a secluded feel while still being close to restaurants, stores and downtown. Kids here attend the highly rated Chesterfield County Public School district, and there are popular private schools nearby. The community has several shopping centers along its edges, providing quick access to grocery stores, locally owned restaurants and national retailers. Parks and a popular community association provide recreation. Nearby thoroughfares like the Powhite Parkway make it easy to get around the city.

Character-rich homes, from Victorians to new construction

Homes in Bon Air are primarily single-family houses on spacious, forested lots. “It’s more of an eclectic collection of homes,” says Realtor Jason Hester with Rashkind Saunders & Co. Real Estate, who's sold numerous homes in the area. “You’ve got your old Victorians on Buford Road that date back to the 19th century, the post-war ranchers and Cape Cods, and the split-levels built in the 1970s to 1990s.” New construction homes are often inspired by farmhouse and Craftsman styles. You can also find townhouses and condos, mostly with shed-style architecture.

Victorian homes along Buford Road are a staple of Bon Air.
Victorian homes along Buford Road are a staple of Bon Air.
Homes in Bon Air have spacious yards.
Homes in Bon Air have spacious yards.
Victorian architecture is common on Buford Road.
Victorian architecture is common on Buford Road.
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Home prices are a little higher than Richmond’s

The median home sale price is in the lower $400,000s, slightly higher than Richmond’s overall median but lower than the nearby areas of Oxford and Midlothian. Prices vary widely based on size and condition. You can find:

  • Ranch-style, split-level and colonial style homes from the mid-$200,000s to the lower $700,000s
  • New construction, recently remodeled and large homes from the lower $700,000s to $1.2 million
  • Townhouses and condos from the mid-$100,000s to the lower $400,000s
There are also several apartment complexes, providing options for renters.

Chesterfield County Public Schools are highly rated

Most kids can attend Chesterfield County Public Schools, a highly rated district. Enrollment is based on home address. In eighth grade, students can apply to a specialty center, technology school or governor’s school. James River High School is closest to the neighborhood and is home to the Center for Leadership and International Relations. Nearby private schools get top ratings, including St. Edward-Epiphany Catholic School for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and Trinity Episcopal School for eighth through 12th grade.

Bon Air Elementary School is one of several elementary schools in the area.
Bon Air Elementary School is one of several elementary schools in the area.
Crestwood Elementary School also serves the area.
Crestwood Elementary School also serves the area.
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Grocery stores, restaurants and retail shopping are all nearby

No matter where you live in Bon Air, you’re a short drive from grocery stores and restaurants. “The biggest addition to Bon Air lately is they added a Trader Joe’s,” says Scott Dearnley, a real estate agent with Joyner Fine Properties who has 25 years of experience. “I can’t tell you how many people I talk to who want to know where the nearest Trader Joe’s is. In Bon Air, it’s literally right there.” The area where Buford Road meets Huguenot is also home to Good Foods Grocery and several restaurants, including Joe’s Inn Bon Air, Coco + Hazel and Perk! Coffee & Lunchbox. You can find more stores around Huguenot and Midlothian Turnpike, including Costco, The Great Big Greenhouse and Chesterfield Towne Center, an indoor mall anchored by Macy’s and JCPenney.

Joe's Inn is a popular restaurant.
Joe's Inn is a popular restaurant.
Learn to play guitar at The Music Tree.
Learn to play guitar at The Music Tree.
People can hang out at Perk!
People can hang out at Perk!
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Quick access to parks, a swimming pool and the James River

There are several ways to get outside in and near Bon Air, and the community isn’t far from waterfront parks on the James River. Nearby recreational spaces include:

  • Huguenot Park, which has a playground, tennis courts and basketball courts
  • Larus Park, which has hiking trails through the forest
  • The Bon Air Community Association, home to a swimming pool and tennis courts
  • Huguenot Flatwater, a calm section of the James that’s popular for kayaking and tubing
  • Pony Pasture, a rocky section of the river where you can swim and sunbathe

People rest after rollerblading in Huguenot Park.
People rest after rollerblading in Huguenot Park.
A person shoots hoops at Huguenot Park.
A person shoots hoops at Huguenot Park.
The Bon Air Community Association has tennis courts.
The Bon Air Community Association has tennis courts.
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Commute downtown in 15 minutes and to the West End in under 30

“The nice thing about Bon Air is you have super proximity to both the West End and Downtown,” Dearnley says. Depending on traffic, Downtown Richmond is a roughly 15-minute drive via the Powhite Parkway and the Downtown Expressway, while Capital One’s West Creek Campus in Goochland County is a 25-minute drive via Robious Road and state Route 288. The Greater Richmond Transit Company bus stops along Forest Hill Avenue and Midlothian Turnpike, but most residents will need a car to get around the city.

The GRTC bus has multiple stops throughout Bon Air.
The GRTC bus has multiple stops throughout Bon Air.
Easy access to the Chippenham Parkway makes Bon Air convenient to all of Richmond.
Easy access to the Chippenham Parkway makes Bon Air convenient to all of Richmond.
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The annual Victorian Days Parade and Festival celebrates the history of the neighborhood.
The annual Victorian Days Parade and Festival celebrates the history of the neighborhood.

An established suburban community and former summer resort

One of Bon Air’s biggest appeals is its proximity to the city while still having an established suburban atmosphere. “If you want that closer-in feel, to be close to the city while still being in the county, I think a lot of folks tend to gravitate toward Bon Air for that,” Dearnley says. The area’s identity is closely tied to its history as a summer resort area for Richmond’s elite in the late 1800s. Each May, the Victorian Days Parade and Festival brings the community together, with many residents dressing up in Victorian costumes.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bon Air US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
6,046
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,062
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,634
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,165
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
821
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,859

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
8
Median Rent
$2,100
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,150
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,573
Median Condo Rent
$1,873
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,700

Demographics

Total Population
21,696
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$95,529
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$120,482

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.9%
College Graduates
49.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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