Jahnke
Suburban Neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond City County 23225
$396,487
Average Value
$197
Average Price per Sq Ft
Cottages and Cape Cods, starting at $300k
Part of the appeal of this neighborhood is access to modest properties on lots that are speckled with trees. Jahnke isn’t tied up in the hecticness of city living, yet it’s not entirely suburban, either. “Once you cross Forest Hill Avenue, down into Jahnke, houses are a bit smaller and more affordable, comparatively,” says Maraghy. “You’re also going to see more condo buildings in the area soon, as part of the ongoing development.” Prices can range from $300,000 to $600,000 depending on square footage. For example, renovated three-bedroom midcentury cottages with 800 square feet of living space will go for $300,000. Midcentury four-bedroom Cape Cods, also with interior renovations but added features like a screened sun porch, will go for $400,000. The top of market is represented by the more occasional custom luxury home, like five-bedroom brick colonials with nearly 4,000 square feet of living space. Unlike the midcentury properties, these are from the 2010s.
Powhite Park offers interlinked trails
Powhite Park stretches across a vast portion of Jahnke’s north side. There are a few residential streets that peek into it, but for the most part it’s an undeveloped space marked by trails and a creek. Ideal for an immersive nature experience, the trails here lead past hardwood trees and wetland habitats. Walkers will see beavers, birds and deer. Forest Hill Park is a little over 2 miles east, and it features more trails that loop around a pond and the historic Holden Rhodes house built from granite. The area used to be a quarry.
Huguenot High has a modern face
Students can attend Southampton Elementary, which has a 15-to-1 student-teacher ratio, and earns a C-minus rating from Niche. Lucille Brown Middle earns the same, but has a smaller student-teacher ratio at 13-to-1. The school is decorated with an abstract mural created by local nonprofit Art 180, and features extracurriculars including the Capital One Coders Club, where kids learn how to make a website from scratch. Huguenot High received a major facelift in 2015 and includes a new 1,000-seat auditorium, STEM labs and a 3,500-seat stadium with artificial turf. The school earns a C from Niche.
Powhite Parkway leads downtown
Buses can be picked up along Jahnke Road, which then connect to Forest Hill Avenue. Riders can then choose to go west to Stony Point Shopping Center, or east to downtown Richmond via Manchester. There are also sidewalks along these two routes. Commuters appreciate the instant access to the Powhite Parkway and the Chippenham Parkway in the neighborhood’s northwestern corner, near the Chippenham Hospital. It’s about 7 miles to downtown Richmond. Drivers can also choose to take the Boulevard Bridge, which leads to Cary Street – a straight shot to downtown.
Casual eats and conveniences at Parkway Shopping Center
The Parkway Shopping Center on the east end is where residents can experience plenty of dining and shopping without leaving the neighborhood. Food Lion takes care of weekly groceries, while small convenience stores offer quick grabs before the morning commute. Several locally owned eateries present a range of casual options. Grills, pizza places and barbecue joints are some of the comfort food destinations here. The Treat Shop is a specialty stop with all sorts of pastries, ice creams and donuts stashed behind an unassuming storefront. More dining options are available just up the road at Forest Hill Avenue, including the Veil Brewing Company’s curated Mexican menu by Y Tu Mama and the always popular Little Nickel, which calls itself a tropical diner. O'Tooles Restaurant & Pub, which has been on Forest Hill Avenue since 1966, offers bar food, cocktails, live music and trivia nights.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Bill Nelson
Bill Nelson
Long & Foster REALTORS
(804) 593-0541
67 Total Sales
1 in Jahnke
$305,000 Price
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Jim Brooks
Jim Brooks
Town & Country Sales and Mgmt
(804) 764-0013
50 Total Sales
1 in Jahnke
$281,500 Price
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James Nay
James Nay
River City Elite Properties
(804) 609-2378
976 Total Sales
2 in Jahnke
$238K - $443K Price Range
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Charles Futrell
Charles Futrell
Responds QuicklySamson Properties
(804) 944-8740
80 Total Sales
1 in Jahnke
$247,500 Price
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Andre Bell
Andre Bell
ICON Realty Group
(804) 352-2703
30 Total Sales
1 in Jahnke
$366,000 Price
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Annemarie Hensley
Annemarie Hensley
Responds QuicklyCompass
(804) 492-7528
234 Total Sales
1 in Jahnke
$469,000 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
Pony Pasture Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Powhite Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
James River Park - The Wetlands
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- River
Crooked Branch Ravine Park
- Trails
Phideaux Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Parking Lot
Westover Hills UMC Tot Lot
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Jahnke | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Jahnke Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jahnke, Richmond sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Jahnke, Richmond over the last 12 months is $409,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Sale Price
$409,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$401,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$360,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
266
Median Year Built
2006
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,841
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,767
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Rent
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$1,325 - $4,330 per month
- St. John's Wood
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 710+ Sq Ft
- 901 Saint Johns Wood Dr
- Richmond, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,574
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,426
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,177
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31.2%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
71.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23
/ 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.
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