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Byrd Park offers green space near Carytown and Maymont
Between the James River and Carytown's active business scene, Byrd Park is a residential enclave known for its historic homes and namesake green space. Quiet, tree-lined streets give way to hundreds of acres of parkland, including lakes, trails and open fields. The park dates back to the 1870s and has remained one of Richmond's most popular recreation areas. Despite the natural surroundings, the neighborhood sits within easy reach of Richmond's urban amenities, offering a balance of greenery and city convenience that few areas in the region can match. Downtown Richmond is around 3 miles east, while the shops and restaurants of Carytown are less than a mile northwest.
Historic homes line the streets of the Byrd Park neighborhood.
Sunrise views can be enjoyed from Swan Lake
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The local housing scene, with multi-family options
Early 20th-century homes line the streets of Byrd Park, most built throughout the 1920s. Stucco-sided Colonial Revivals sit next to cottages, storybook Tudors and brick bungalows. Row houses are common, ranging from classic four-bedroom homes ready for updates to fully renovated brick houses with high-end finishes. Many feature covered front porches, original fireplaces and fenced-in backyards. Multi-family buildings and condo complexes are also in the mix. Single-family homes typically start in the low $400,000s and reach around $1.5 million, with expansive properties on Spotswood and Westover roads making up the high end of the market. “There are a lot of cool old condo buildings facing Fountain Lake,” says Angie Cooper, local Realtor at River Fox Realty. Condos start in the high $200,000s and reach the mid-$300,000s.
Unique Tudor homes compliment each other in the neighborhood.
Byrd Park homes come in multiple shapes and sizes.
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Byrd Park's lakes, trails and gardens
The neighborhood draws much of its character from its namesake green space, Byrd Park, which spans nearly 300 acres. Walking paths wind around the park's three lakes, home to a variety of waterfowl. Shields Lake, on the south side of the park, is regularly stocked with brown trout and catfish. The VITA Trail winds for about a mile through the park with exercise stops along the way, while Barker Field, the city's oldest dog park, has over an acre of designated off-leash space. Adjacent to Byrd Park, Maymont is a 100-acre historic Victorian estate-turned public park with botanical gardens, an arboretum and native wildlife exhibits. Close by, walkers and bikers can access the North Bank Trail from Pump House Drive and take it around 2 miles east to Oregon Hill and the Belle Isle Suspension Bridge.
One of the appeals of living in Byrd Park is the abundance of green space and recreation
Walking paths are available throughout the area.
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Community events close to home
As one of Richmond's largest green spaces, Byrd Park serves as a hub for events, from live music at the Dogwood Dell amphitheater to holiday celebrations at Maymont. Here are some of the most popular events in the neighborhood:
Richmond VegFest is a fall festival celebrating vegetarian and vegan food with live music, food trucks and local artists.
Arts in the Park at The Carillon each May is an arts and crafts show with hundreds of exhibitors and food vendors.
Festival of Arts at Dogwood Dell Amphitheater is a series of free outdoor concerts, dance and theater performances running from May through October.
Garden Glow is an after-dark light show every fall with hot chocolate and lighted art displays.
Richmond Public Schools and private options nearby
Byrd Park is served by Richmond Public Schools, which offers both neighborhood schools and application-based programs. Many local students attend Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary before moving on to Albert Hill Middle and Thomas Jefferson High. Open High is an application-based school where students help create their own schedules and elective courses through a self-directed learning model. Nearby private options include Cristo Rey Richmond High School and Saint Benedict Catholic School.
Local students may attend Lois-Harrison Jones Elementary School.
Thomas Jefferson High School is a short drive from Byrd Park.
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Shopping and dining in neighboring communities
While the business scene within Byrd Park is limited, there are dozens of popular shops and restaurants within a short walk in Carytown and The Fan. Local favorites include:
Lamplighter Coffee Roasters, serving seasonal lattes, breakfast burritos and a rotating menu of baked goods
Mom’s Siam, a Thai eatery with an outdoor patio and a large selection of specialty cocktails
Benny Ventano’s, a popular pizza restaurant known for its large slices
Shelf Life Books, a Cary Street staple with new and used titles
Bygones Vintage Clothing, a vintage shop with original and recreated accessories, jewelry and clothes
The Byrd Theater is a historic building close to home with movie showings most evenings. For groceries, Fresh Market, Kroger, Publix and Elwood Thompson's are all close by in Carytown.
Easy access to the interstate, plus GRTC bus routes
Byrd Park has direct access to Interstate 195, which can take you to Downtown Richmond in just 3 miles. For regional travel, Interstate 95 and Interstate 64 are both close by. The Greater Richmond Transit Company operates bus routes throughout the area, with nearby stops along Meadow Street and Cary Street. Main Street Station is about 3 miles away for rail travel, and Richmond International Airport is roughly 12 miles away.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Byrd Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Byrd Park, Richmond sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Byrd Park, Richmond over the last 12 months is $599,990, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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