Dumbarton
Suburban Neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond City County 23228, 23230, 23294
Neighborhood Reviews
Contemporary townhouses and brick ranches
The neighborhood is made up of shaded residential streets framed by loblolly pines. “Houses sell very quickly in Dumbarton,” Hernandez says. “I’d say if you put a house on the market on Thursday, it’ll be gone by Saturday or Sunday.” Additionally, many residents rent an apartment at one of the neighborhood’s many complexes, and some older residents live in a retirement community. Dumbarton hosts a mix of older homes and newly built properties, with housing stock ranging from mid-20th century ranches and split levels to contemporary townhouses and New Traditional single-family homes. Smaller condos and ranches can cost around $150,000, but most properties are priced between $250,000 and $400,000.Jog or play disc golf at Bryan Park
There aren’t large public parks directly in the neighborhood, but residents can sit on wooden picnic tables and watch their kids play on the small playground at Bethlehem Park. For outdoor recreation, Bryan Park is a 3-mile drive southeast; locals can jog, walk or bike on the paved paths that wind through the 100-acre park or play pickleball or disc golf.Spanish immersion classes at J. R. Tucker High
Children may begin at Charles M. Johnson Elementary School and continue learning at Brookland Middle. Both schools have C ratings from Niche. Older students can attend J. R. Tucker High, which has a B-plus rating. High school students can achieve a high level of Spanish proficiency through immersion classes with the school’s Center for Spanish Language and Global Citizenship program.Shop at the RVA Big Market
On Saturday mornings, Bryan Park draws large crowds for the weekly RVA Big Market, Richmond's biggest year-round outdoor market. Residents can support local vendors as they shop for plants, produce or handcrafted items. The park is also a venue for community walks and charity events. The neighborhood can join the larger Richmond community for bigger events downtown, like the Friday Cheers concert series on Brown’s Island.Catch the GRTC or merge onto I-64
Residents can catch a bus operated by the Greater Richmond Transit Company or GRTC on West Broad Street or on Staples Mill Road. They can also head to the Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station and board the Northeast Regional rail line to travel toward Downtown Richmond. However, the area is still car-dependent; residents can merge onto Interstate 64 at Dumbarton’s southern edge, which takes them 8 miles southeast to Downtown Richmond. Or they can link with Interstate 95 to travel throughout the greater Richmond area.Saturday mornings call for brunch at Eat 33
Residents can start their day on a comforting note with brunch from Eat 33, a cozy diner serving American breakfast classics like biscuits and gravy. For dinner, they can head to Pho 79 for large bowls of authentic Vietnamese soup or order Indian fare from White Tiger Indian Restaurant and Bar. There aren’t many retailers in Dumbarton, but the neighborhood is conveniently located near major shopping centers — residents can drive 3 miles south to get to The Shops at Willow Lawn. The large shopping center houses chain restaurants, retailers like Old Navy and Michaels, day spas and a Kroger. Big box stores like Walmart and Target are also close by, and locals can shop for groceries at Lidl or Arco Iris Latino Market, making errands convenient for residents.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lanayah McCullouch
Lanayah McCullouch
River Hill Realtors LLC
(804) 203-0478
5 Total Sales
1 in Dumbarton
$375,000 Price
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Tracey McClung
Tracey McClung
Responds QuicklyVillage Concepts Realty Group
(804) 999-6251
62 Total Sales
1 in Dumbarton
$390,000 Price
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Stuart Hubbard
Stuart Hubbard
Exit First Realty
(804) 409-4628
74 Total Sales
1 in Dumbarton
$349,640 Price
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Scott Garnett
Scott Garnett
Samson Properties
(804) 781-3698
80 Total Sales
1 in Dumbarton
$285,000 Price
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Weston Estes
Weston Estes
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Commonwealth
(804) 404-8741
129 Total Sales
1 in Dumbarton
$180,000 Price
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James Nay
James Nay
River City Elite Properties
(804) 609-2378
976 Total Sales
2 in Dumbarton
$225K - $288K Price Range
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
Bandy Field Nature Park
Cheswick Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Spring Park Historic Site
- Trails
Bandy Field Nature Park
Joseph Bryan Park
Bethlehem Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/4/2014
Niche Review
We don't have sidewalks outside of downtown. Downtown and Carytown are good for walking and biking.
7/4/2014
Niche Review
I would assume the job market in Richmond is average.
7/4/2014
Niche Review
A lot of festivals downtown. Not much going on in the suburbs.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Dumbarton | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Dumbarton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dumbarton, Richmond sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Dumbarton, Richmond over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$359,900
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$346,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$389,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$320,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
80
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$216
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,644
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,453
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,029
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,213
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
940
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,215 - $1,613 per month
- Carriage Club Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 822+ Sq Ft
- 7098 Fernwood St
- Richmond, VA
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$1,135 - $1,935 per month
- Acclaim at Carriage Hill
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 613+ Sq Ft
- 7050 Coachman Ln
- Richmond, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,661
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,593
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,518
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.9%
Advanced Degrees
11.2%
% Population in Labor Force
76.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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