Whether you’re looking for a starter home, a family home or a place to downsize, John Rolfe has it all. This quiet suburban neighborhood is located near Short Pump, one of the most popular shopping hubs in the Richmond area. Proximity to parks and highly rated Henrico County schools adds to the appeal, and residents have quick access to Interstate 64, Interstate 295 and state Route 288, making it easy to get around the region.
John Rolfe offers a variety of home styles. “It’s great for family growth,” says Matt Sanders, a Realtor with Hometown Realty who grew up in the area. He explains that the wide variety of homes and price points allows you to stay in the neighborhood as your needs change. Most homes are single-family houses that were built from the late 1970s through the early 2000s, and colonial-style and New Traditional designs are most common. On average, these homes sit on around a quarter of an acre, allowing room for a driveway and backyard. You can also find newly built three-story townhouses with two-car garages, and there are single-story condos available, too. Some of the condos are detached, which means it feels like a traditional single-family home, but the community owns the land.
The median home sale price in John Rolfe is in the mid-$500,000s, above Richmond’s overall median and that of Crown Grant, Raintree and Tuckahoe Village. Prices generally vary by size, and you can find:
John Rolfe has a suburban feel, where the quiet residential streets are lined with manicured lawns and often end in cul-de-sacs. “This is a very social neighborhood, where people know their neighbors,” says Eliza Conrad, a Realtor with Shaheen, Ruth, Martin and Fonville Real Estate. “People stay there a long time, so there’s not a ton of turnover. It’s definitely a long-term place where people raise their kids.” Much of the community activity centers around Tuckahoe Little League, a baseball park complex in the neighborhood. Kids from ages 4 to 16 can register to play on a team, and the complex hosts family-friendly events like Community Day, which includes bounce houses and food.
The highly rated Henrico County Public Schools district serves the area. Elementary and middle school enrollment is usually address-based. Three elementary schools and two middle schools serve the neighborhood, including Gayton Elementary School and Pocahontas Middle School, which both get high ratings. Older students can apply to career-focused specialty centers at any high school in the district. The highly rated Mills E. Godwin High School is the closest option, and it has a specialty center focused on medical sciences. If you’re interested in private schools, The Steward School is nearby.
Commuters have easy access to Broad Street and I-64 via John Rolfe Parkway. You can get to Short Pump Town Center in 10 minutes or less, and a drive to Downtown Richmond takes about 20 minutes. Traffic can get backed up on Broad Street, but Sanders says, “They’ve done a good job on secondary arterial roads. … There are ways to get around and not have to suffer through the Broad Street traffic.” He adds that Innsbrook, an employment hub with office complexes, is a short drive away.
The community is surrounded by shopping areas and restaurants, making it easy to run errands, find the perfect outfit or go out for dinner. There are shopping centers along Ridgefield Parkway, including one anchored by Publix, and there are more grocery stores on Broad Street, including Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods Market. You’re also close to restaurants, including:
When you want to get outside, Deep Run Park is nearby. “That’s a big appeal for a lot of people, especially if they’re joggers,” says Sonya Gierke, a Realtor with Re/Max Commonwealth who’s sold homes in the area since 2002. This large green space has traditional park activities like a castle-themed playground, and it also has more natural areas with trails. Short Pump Park is also close by, offering an off-leash dog park, a playground, a splash pad and picnic shelters.
Jennifer Anderson
ICON Realty Group
(804) 492-7476
21 Total Sales
1 in John Rolfe
$305,000 Price
Patrice Carroll, MBA
Keller Williams Realty
(804) 823-8901
29 Total Sales
1 in John Rolfe
$384,950 Price
Whitney Pace
Long & Foster REALTORS
(804) 277-2446
42 Total Sales
1 in John Rolfe
$820,000 Price
Rachel Nance
Compass
(804) 944-8936
93 Total Sales
2 in John Rolfe
$435K - $690K Price Range
Connie G Rodriguez
ERA Woody Hogg & Assoc
(804) 294-4751
42 Total Sales
1 in John Rolfe
$315,000 Price
Gergis Hanna
A Plus Realty and Associates Inc
(804) 265-4626
27 Total Sales
1 in John Rolfe
$370,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | John Rolfe | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in John Rolfe, Richmond sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in John Rolfe, Richmond over the last 12 months is $544,562, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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