Carver
Neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond City County 23220
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Variety defines the types of homes people can find around Carver. There are houses in the neighborhood that date back to the mid-19th century, but also homes and condos built within the last several years. Many of the options in Carver are rowhome-style residences, situated tightly on sidewalk-lined blocks. Though Chamberlain notes that there are some detached houses here, too.Homes in Carver average 1,619 square feet. Both the single-family homes here and the condos sell for the same price points, often from about $300,000 to almost $600,000. “It’s kind of on fire,” says Chamberlain, who has lived in Richmond for more than a dozen years. “You pay less to live in Carver than you do in say The Fan or the Museum District. But you get a lot of the same amenities and the same walkability that you do in The Fan or the Museum because of the proximity.” The crime score in the neighborhood ranks slightly above the national average according to the CAP Index, with scores highest in the categories of sexual assault and larceny.
Community gatherings are easy to find
Carver’s downtown location places the neighborhood near a number of events and happenings over the course of the year. Among the long-running traditions in the area is 2nd Street Festival, a two-day showcase of music, food and more in Jackson Ward, that’s been in place for more than 30 years. Also, the Richmond Christmas Parade route passes past the neighborhood along the thoroughfare of Broad Street. The parade, which takes place in early December, dates back more than 40 years.Downtown orbit offers plenty of dining
Carver’s walkability makes it easy to get around to the eateries that dot this neighborhood and the surrounding ones. One of the local favorites for a sweet treat in Carver is Sugar Shack Donuts, where the maple bacon doughnuts, complete with bacon bits, are a hit. Cobra Cabana, meanwhile, is a well-liked neighborhood haunt to grab a sandwich — the chicken sandwich is popular in particular. And patrons can wash down their sandwiches with one of the several signature cocktails here. Those who don’t mind taking a longer stroll can wade over into neighboring enclaves like Jackson Ward or The Fan for food. Mama J’s is one of the stalwarts in Jackson Ward, for instance, for its homestyle soul food. “There’s a number of restaurants in Jackson Ward,” Chamberlain says. “There’s plenty of things up and down Broad Street. Then you can hop across Broad Street and hit something in The Fan pretty easily.” Those eyeing a quiet night in with a home-cooked meal can quickly grab groceries at the neighborhood’s Kroger, too.Green space is easy to find
Carver may be a thoroughly urban enclave, but there are multiple pockets of green space nearby. Smith Peters Park offers a playground and plenty of open field space right in the heart of the neighborhood. Also the almost 8-acre Monroe Park is less than a mile walk away as well. Monroe Park, the oldest municipal park in the city, is somewhat of a hub in the area with its majestic fountain and grassy expanses. The park is packed on warm and sunny days.Transportation can be a breeze from Carver
Multiple stops on Richmond’s GRTC bus service are accessible from Carver. The GRTC system features more than 40 routes and some 1,600 stops in total. Carver also runs up against Belvidere Street, an artery that offers exits to Interstate 95, making it easy to start trips toward other parts of the city and the state.Namesake school comes close by
Kids in Carver can attend schools in the Richmond Public Schools system, which carries a C-plus overall rating on Niche. Students here can start at the C-minus-rated George W. Carver Elementary School which, like the neighborhood, is named for the legendary Black scientist noted in part for his invention of myriad products derived from peanuts. Carver Elementary mixes fun and learning with activities like Book Character Dress Up Day. From Carver, students can advance to Albert Hill Middle, a B-rated school whose extracurricular activities include sports teams like coed soccer and girls basketball. The B-rated Thomas Jefferson High is next, which offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma programs. The sprawling campus of Virginia Commonwealth University is nearby as well, which enrolls well over 28,000 students and has a well-regarded medical school.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ernie Chamberlain
Ernie Chamberlain
Responds QuicklyHometown Realty
(804) 676-6939
502 Total Sales
2 in Carver
$200K - $400K Price Range
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James Nay
James Nay
River City Elite Properties
(804) 609-2378
976 Total Sales
3 in Carver
$360K - $450K Price Range
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Ricky McNeal
Ricky McNeal
Fathom Realty Virginia
(804) 409-8829
95 Total Sales
1 in Carver
$220,000 Price
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Brent Woogen
Brent Woogen
BHG Base Camp
(804) 409-9277
32 Total Sales
1 in Carver
$459,085 Price
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Deborah Welch
Deborah Welch
Welch Real Estate
(804) 676-6481
33 Total Sales
1 in Carver
$164,500 Price
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Bill Nelson
Bill Nelson
Long & Foster REALTORS
(804) 593-0541
68 Total Sales
1 in Carver
$275,000 Price
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
Monroe Park
Abner Clay Park
- Basketball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Meadow Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Lombardy & Park Avenue Triangle
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Smith Peters Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Sydney Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/21/2015
Niche Review
I'm no too versed on the changes as far as employment goes in this area seeing as though I don't even work in this area. But again as it being a college area, there are limits to what is even available.
5/21/2015
Niche Review
There's not too a wide variety of stores in the heart of Richmond and they all stretch along Broad Street. No doubt these stores are geared towards the students in the area and the popular buying habits they exhibit.
5/1/2015
Niche Review
One of my favorite things about Richmond is the presence of local businesses and how awesome they are. I'm mostly thinking about the food - we have a very established foodie culture and is definitely a place worth visiting for the restaurants on their own.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Carver | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 8 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Carver Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carver, Richmond sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Carver, Richmond over the last 12 months is $387,335, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$395,000
Median Sale Price
$387,335
Median Single Family Sale Price
$306,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$387,335
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$241
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
530
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,510
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,890
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,081
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
507
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,130 - $2,535 per month
- T and E Apartments
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 471+ Sq Ft
- 1011 W Marshall St
- Richmond, VA
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$1,125 - $1,895 per month
- The Biggs Building
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 420+ Sq Ft
- 900 W Marshall St
- Richmond, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,860
Median Age
27
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
4.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,865
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,314
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.2%
College Graduates
52.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
78
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
91
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Monroe Ward
A walkable, historic neighborhood close to the VCU campus
Midtown Richmond
Walkable, convenient area with city amenities in the heart of Richmond
The Fan
Walkable neighborhood with Victorian rowhomes, pocket parks and local restaurants
Gilpin
Convenient urban living in Richmond’s Northside
Southern Barton Heights
A convenient and historic Northside community in Richmond
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