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Cedarhurst

Cedarhurst

3.0
$369,516 Average Value
$262 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale
Cedarhurst neighborhood is characterized by lush nature and peaceful residential streets.
Cedarhurst neighborhood is characterized by lush nature and peaceful residential streets.

Cedarhurst's quiet streets near the James River

Just south of the James River, Cedarhurst is a quiet Richmond neighborhood with convenient access to natural spaces and city life. The area developed largely in the mid-20th century, and its mature tree canopy adds to its established character. Streets are quiet and primarily residential, but main thoroughfares like Forest Hill Avenue and Jahnke Road are active with local businesses just outside of the community. Proximity to expansive parkland along the James gives locals easy outdoor access for hiking, biking and enjoying the water. While Cedarhurst feels removed from the city's active commercial scene, Downtown Richmond is just 5 miles away.

Brick ranch homes and Cape Cods with midcentury bones

The community was primarily developed between the mid-1940s and the early 1960s, with ranch-style homes and Cape Cods lining the streets. Hardwood floors, fireplaces and solid brick exteriors reflect the area's midcentury character, and many homes have been updated with modern finishes while retaining original details. You'll find spacious, tree-shaded lots throughout the neighborhood, and most homes sit on quarter to half-acre properties. Single-family homes start in the mid-$200,000s and reach the mid-$400,000s. “A house in good condition would average just around $300,000 in this area,” says Cindy Allen, a Realtor at Metro Premier Homes. Riverside Heights adds a small selection of townhomes built in 2016, with prices ranging from the high $300,000s to the mid-$400,000s. According to Allen, inventory in Cedarhurst is very low and houses tend to leave the market quickly.

Cape Cods are common in Cedarhurst.
Cape Cods are common in Cedarhurst.
You can find brick ranch-style homes sitting on the tree-lined streets of Cedarhurst.
You can find brick ranch-style homes sitting on the tree-lined streets of Cedarhurst.
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Strong public and private school options in Cedarhurst

Cedarhurst is part of Richmond Public Schools. Most local students attend Southampton Elementary before advancing to Lucille M. Brown Middle, an International Baccalaureate School. Students can then attend Huguenot High School, which partners with Reynolds Community College for its dual enrollment courses. Nearby private options include Good Shepherd Episcopal School, which serves pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade students and earns an A-plus grade from Niche.

Southampton Elementary School serves many local students
Southampton Elementary School serves many local students
Huguenot High School is available for students in the Richmond City Public Schools District.
Huguenot High School is available for students in the Richmond City Public Schools District.
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Powhite Park trails and Forest Hill Park greenery

Less than a mile from the southern banks of the James River, the neighborhood features plenty of outdoor recreation nearby. Popular recreation areas include:

  • Powhite Park, a 100-acre wooded area with singletrack trails popular among mountain bikers
  • Forest Hill Park, known for its rolling open hills, paved walking paths and the South of the James Farmers Market, held every Sunday
  • The Willow Oaks Country Club, where members can enjoy the outdoor pool, tennis courts and 18-hole golf course along the river
  • Pony Pasture, a nearby park with wooded walking trails and river access for kayaking or tubing along the Upper James

Powhite Park has hiking and biking trails through the woods.
Powhite Park has hiking and biking trails through the woods.
Forest Hill Park is considered a historical landmark by the state of Virginia.
Forest Hill Park is considered a historical landmark by the state of Virginia.
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Forest Hill Avenue and Jahnke Road businesses

Cedarhurst is bordered by Forest Hill Avenue and Jahnke Road, both of which are lined with locally owned shops and restaurants. For a bite to eat, you can visit:

  • The Veil Brewing Co., a craft brewery with an industrial taproom and rotating innovative beers, plus Y Tu Mamá serving quesabirria tacos inside
  • Riverside Tavern, a casual neighborhood bar with burgers, wings and pan-seared salmon
  • Little Nickel, serving tropical and Mediterranean-inspired plates in a retro diner setting
  • The Treat Shop RVA, a carnival-themed eatery with donuts and funnel cake
  • Stella's Grocery, a Richmond-area chain selling prepared foods, coffee and made-to-order paninis
Heading west along Forest Hill Avenue can take you to The Shops at Stratford Hills, home to Publix, Target and a variety of chain restaurants.

Enjoy lunch at Stella's Grocery in Cedarhurst.
Enjoy lunch at Stella's Grocery in Cedarhurst.
Forest Hill Avenue is lined with local businesses.
Forest Hill Avenue is lined with local businesses.
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Powhite Parkway leads to downtown Richmond in a matter of minutes.
Powhite Parkway leads to downtown Richmond in a matter of minutes.

Major roads and GRTC busses

Downtown Richmond is around 5 miles away from Cedarhurst, with Powhite Parkway and Interstate 195 providing the quickest route. The parkway can also take drivers just north of the river toward Carytown and Byrd Park. The Greater Richmond Transit Company runs bus routes throughout the area, with nearby stops along Forest Hill Avenue and Jahnke Road. Richmond International Airport is roughly 15 miles east, and Main Street Station is about 5 miles away for Amtrak service.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Richmond International

26 min drive

Bus

Jahnke & Oakhurst Lane

Bus

Jahnke & Newell

Bus

Jahnke & Spruance

Bus

Forest Hill & Langdon

Bus

Forest Hill & Leicester

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 7 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
6/12/2014 Niche Review
it is not really a commercial area
3.0 Niche User
6/12/2014 Niche Review
not a lot of wildlife
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
506
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,496
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,774
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,155
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632

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 Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$2,400
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,400
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,930
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,930

Demographics

Total Population
2,507
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$41,562
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$63,984

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
39.4%
Advanced Degrees
22.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%
Above the national average
64.9%

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

40 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

20 / 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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