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Laurel offers convenience and a suburban atmosphere
Laurel is a suburban community just outside Richmond that’s close to shopping areas on Staples Mill Road and Broad Street. Housing here is a mix of older ranch-style homes, New Traditional houses and newly built townhouses. Prices tend to be lower than in nearby areas, making this an appealing place for first-time homebuyers. Henrico County Public Schools are a draw for families, and homes here are just minutes from stores and main thoroughfares, making Laurel a convenient place to live.
Homes prices tend to be lower than nearby areas
The median home sale price in Laurel is in the mid-$300,000s, slightly lower than Richmond’s overall median and lower than the nearby neighborhoods of Glen Allen, Echo Lake and Lakeside. Single-family houses typically range from the upper $200,000s to the mid-$500,000s, while townhouses range from the upper $100,000s to the lower $500,000s. Most residents own their homes, and many rent apartments or townhouses.
What kinds of homes you can find in Laurel
In Laurel, you can find established subdivisions with ranch-style and split-level houses built in the 1960s through the ‘80s, as well as areas with more contemporary New Traditional builds. “The thing that I like about it the most is that everyone takes really good care of their property,” says Bobbie Goad, a top Realtor with Long & Foster Real Estate who has been working with clients locally since 2010. “All of the lawns are manicured, and you can tell that everyone who lives here takes pride in their homes.” There are also townhouse communities built from the 1970s to 2020s.
There are many newer homes with New Traditional style in Laurel.
Laurel's picturesque colonial-style houses make the neighborhood very appealing to families.
Colonial-style homes and tree-lined streets make Laurel feel very inviting.
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Brookland Middle School nurtures young minds, building a brighter future in our close-knit community.
Families have access to Henrico schools and specialty programs
Kids here can go to Henrico County Public Schools, which is a highly rated district. Enrollment is mostly address-based, and there are several elementary schools that cover the neighborhood. Most middle schoolers go to Brookland Middle School. In eighth grade, kids can apply to career-focused specialty centers at any high school in the district. Hermitage High School, which is in Laurel, offers the Center for Allied Health and Human Services and the Center for the Humanities and Civic Engagement.
Commute to downtown or Short Pump in around 20 minutes
You’ll need a car if you live in Laurel, but you’re close to several busy thoroughfares. Downtown Richmond is 20 minutes away via Staples Mill Road and Interstate 64. Short Pump is a 20-minute drive via Hungary Road and Broad Street. Interstate 295 isn’t far away, and you can take that to Short Pump to avoid traffic on Broad Street.
A family-friendly suburb where people stick around
Laurel is a suburban neighborhood of peaceful subdivisions. “Laurel, in my opinion, is one of the greatest parts of Henrico,” says Iris Hernandez, a Realtor with United Real Estate Richmond who’s sold homes in the area since 2014. She adds that its lower prices and proximity to shopping centers make it especially popular with first-time homebuyers and families with kids. “The good thing about this area is that most families stay longer than normal. … It’s a neighborhood that families buy to stay in, not just move quickly.”
Indoor and outdoor recreation for kids
There are a few places nearby where kids can get out and play, including:
The Laurel Recreation Area and Skate Park, which has a playground, sports fields and a place for skateboarding
Woodman Park, a small, quiet park with a playground and open space
RockIt Sports, an indoor basketball complex that has youth leagues
Laurel residents make frequent use of the fields and parks nearby to practice their craft.
Shred the rails or ride the ramps at Laurel Recreation Area and Skate Park.
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Stores and restaurants on Staples Mill Road and Broad Street
You can run most of your errands at shopping centers on Staples Mill Road. Here, you can find:
National retailers like Target, Marshalls and Petco
Grocery stores like Kroger, Food Lion and Aldi
Restaurants like Potros Mexican Restaurant, Chipotle and Starbucks
More options for shopping and dining are on Broad Street. Short Pump Town Center, an outdoor mall with over 100 stores, is around 20 minutes away.
Aldi in Laurel is a great place to stop for all your grocery needs.
Convenient shopping centers in Laurel include small businesses and big brands such as Target.
Kroger is where neighbors gather for fresh groceries and friendly connections.
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There are pretty much never any crimes that are anywhere close to the neighborhood. The police station is less than a mile away so if there is any, they will respond very quickly.
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4/19/2015Niche Review
There is a lot of space between the houses and there are not very many abandoned properties that are anywhere nearby.
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10/11/2014Niche Review
Historical and modern homes surround the area
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4/19/2015Niche Review
There is a good amount of variety in the job market. There are nearby hospitals, police stations, and schools that people work at as well as restaurants and retail.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Laurel Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Laurel, Richmond sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Laurel, Richmond over the last 12 months is $354,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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