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Cherry Gardens is where cherry trees grow close to downtown RVA
Legend has it that George Washington cut down one of his father’s cherry trees when he was six years old. And while the veracity of that story has been questioned – historians tend to generously describe it as a myth, in fact – the story does point to the fact that cherry trees thrive in Virginia. And in a particular Richmond neighborhood, they even serve as its name. Cherry Gardens, situated about 6 miles south of downtown Richmond, has more than a few of its namesake trees along its narrow roads, though they are mixed in with plenty of oaks, maples and other trees. But it’s typically not the foliage that brings residents to this area. Rather, it’s the short distance from downtown and the neighborhood’s lower price points that attract them. “People tend to buy in the area because it’s close to downtown, but not too close. It’s a quick trip to get to work, but still far enough away that the neighborhood is quiet. And it’s also a lot more affordable than other neighborhoods in the area,” says Daphne MacDougal, a Broker with the Steele Group Sotheby’s International, who has been representing real estate transactions in the city for over 15 years. That proximity means that residents can easily get downtown for work or play.
The community of Cherry Gardens is known for its tree-lined, narrow streets.
Cherry Gardens is about 6 miles south of downtown Richmond.
There are many varieties of brick ranch homes in the community of Cherry Gardens.
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Variety of housing styles for more affordable price than nearby areas
Potential buyers will find a wide range of housing styles in the neighborhood, ranging from bungalows to ranch-styles to multi-story Colonial-inspired houses. The median price of real estate in Cherry Gardens is $232,500, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $159 per square foot. A three-bedroom/one-bathroom bungalow can list for $176,000, and prices can go up to $337,000 for a spacious four-bedroom/three-bathroom ranch-style home. “The affordability factor is really the primary draw in Cherry Gardens. Because the prices are lower than most of Richmond, you can get a lot of house for the money,” says MacDougal.
Brick homes dominate the community of Cherry Gardens.
Spacious traditional styled homes can be found throughout the Cherry Garden neighborhood.
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Nearby recreation at Broadrock Park and Hickory Hill Community Center
Because Cherry Gardens is strictly a residential neighborhood, those living in the neighborhood do need to travel for recreational opportunities. The closest park to the neighborhood is Broadrock Park, located about 3 miles west of the neighborhood on Warwick Road. The park provides visitors with a playground, courts for tennis, pickleball and basketball, and multiple sports fields. For indoor recreation, the nearby Hickory Hill Community Center provides visitors with a fitness center, dance studio, computer lab and game room; the center offers programs and classes in a variety of areas, including marital arts, computer proficiency and music. “Unfortunately, there’s no immediate river access in the neighborhood, even though it’s so close,” says MacDougal.
Hickory Hill Community Center offers marital arts, computer proficiency and music classes.
The playground at Hickory Hill Community Center is a great spot for kids to stretch their legs.
Broadrock Sports Complex offers a variety of amenities for the residents of Cherry Gardens.
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Shopping and dining at Southside Plaza and more
Most residents of Cherry Gardens get their groceries at Big Apple Supermarket, located less than a mile east on Terminal Avenue. The Southside Plaza Mall is about 5 minutes away by car, where shoppers will find a variety of retail stores that include Shoe City, Citi Trends Clothing and Beauty Empire. For fresh crab and shrimp, locals head to Crab Hut, which is a pretty accurate description of this one-room building that looks more like a backyard shed. But don’t let the appearance fool you, because they sell out of their daily catch quickly.
Residents of Cherry Gardens can find all their grocery needs at Big Apple Market.
Residents of Cherry Gardens head to Crab Hut for the freshest seafood.
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Students zoned for Richmond Public Schools
Cherry Gardens is districted to the Richmond Public Schools district, which earns an overall grade of C-plus from Niche. Students in the neighborhood can attend Broad Rock Elementary, Thomas C. Boushall Middle and Open High School. Both Broad Rock and Thomas C. Boushall earn a C-minus from Niche, and Open High School earns an A-plus rating. Open High School is known for its self-directed course of study that excels at preparing students for college, as well as its partnership with the Virginia Commonwealth University Honors College for after-school tutoring. Alternatively, parents can avail themselves of multiple private schools in the area, including The Steward School, rated the best private school in Richmond by Niche.
Broad Rock Elementary School serves Cherry Gardens students and has a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1.
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School has 617 students in grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1.
Open High School serves students from ninth to twelfth grade and receives an overall Niche score of A plus.
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Cherry Gardens is car-dependent
There are no sidewalks in the neighborhood, and because it is some distance to major amenities, residents need their own transportation. However, there are several Greater Richmond Transit Company bus stops located nearby on Highway 301. The Central Virginia VA Medical Center is 2 miles north of the neighborhood, serving Veterans and their families. Chippenham Hospital is 20 minutes away by car.
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Crime and Safety
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Cherry Gardens
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Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cherry Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cherry Gardens, Richmond sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Cherry Gardens, Richmond over the last 12 months is $231,250, down 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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