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Small front yards give Northrop homes privacy from the street.
Small homes and community spirit 4 miles from downtown Richmond
Situated a few blocks south of the James River and 4 miles from downtown Richmond, Virginia, it's hard to beat the location of Northrop, according to locals. “You’ve got restaurants, shopping centers and parks in every direction, as well as the river,” says Ronnie Burnett, Realtor at ERA Woody Hogg and Associates. Neighbors get their hands dirty growing fresh vegetables in the community garden or attend events at a longtime community church. Families also appreciate having a high school and park located within the neighborhood. With smaller, reasonably-priced homes, it may be an accessible area to first-time homebuyers -- among the reasons why this neighborhood is in high demand. "People can afford it," Burnett says. "They don't really build small houses like this anymore in Richmond," Burnett says.
Cade Cods and Craftsman bungalows in Northrop
Most homes in Northrop are apartments, with some townhouses and single-family homes. Most single-family homes are located along Northrop and Crutchfield Streets, which contain properties built in the '20s in various architectural styles. Classic Cape Cods with low, rectangular profiles and gabled dormers sit near to compact ranch-style homes with vinyl siding. There are also flat-faced Colonial Revivals and Craftsman bungalows with porches held up by exposed beams. Crutchfield Street is flanked by sidewalks and mature trees. Homes range from $250,000 to about $600,000. High demand and low inventory may pose a challenge for those looking for properties here.
Quaint Cape Cod homes give Northrop its warmth and charm.
Small ranch homes sit next to craftsman bungalows in Northrop.
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Crooked Branch Ravine Park, in the heart of Northrop, offers a sanctuary to nature lovers.
Walking through the woods in Northrop
Crooked Branch Ravine Park is a green oasis in the middle of Northrop. Locals walk through the woods on a small network of trails with pleasant views of the creek. Listed on Virginia's Historic Register, Forest Hill Park is a 100-acre green space that used to be a quarry, an estate and an amusement park. Today, Northrop residents get some exercise on the tennis courts and walking trails that loop around the lake. Locals grow vegetables year-round at the Owl Orchard Community Garden and help maintain the garden with clean-up events.
Northrop schools provide student support
Younger students may attend Westover Hills Elementary, which earns a two out of 10 ranking from GreatSchools, and River City Middle, which receives a one out of 10 rating. Teens may attend George Wythe High, which earns a two out of ten. The school offers the Bulldog Enrichment Academy, which provides daily after-school tutoring and focuses on at-risk students to help boost grades and attendance.
Kids in Northrop can attend Westover Hills Elementary School.
Richmond High School for the Arts is highly rated in Northrop.
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Laura Lee's is a staple of Northrop.
Crafty Crab and Laura Lee's are favorites for dinner
Northrop residents will find plenty of options for groceries, clothes and more at the Southside Plaza shopping center. Locals can find most items on their grocery list at Super Fresh. The plaza also has several clothing stores. For a bite to eat, locals enjoy fried seafood baskets with a cocktail at Crafty Crab. Laura Lee's has hearty entrees like pasta Bolognese and seared scallops served in a cozy interior with brick walls and teal booths.
Forest Hill park offers a variety of extracurricular activities for Northrop locals.
Events are nearby at Forest Hill Park
Forest Hill Park is home to nearby events, including a weekly farmers market on Sundays, where vendors display a rainbow of fresh produce. The park also hosts local musicians at the Music in the Park Concert Series, with one concert a month from May through October. Swansboro Baptist Church also has family-friendly events for members such as Easter egg hunts and a Fall Community Celebration.
Northrop is nestled across the James River just south of downtown Richmond.
Semmes Avenue leads to downtown Richmond
Locals typically drive to get around Northrop and surrounding areas. The neighborhood has a bike score of 45 and a walk score of 28 out of 100. Locals can drive to downtown Richmond by taking Roanoke Street, which borders the neighborhood to the east, to Semmes Avenue. For out-of-town travel, the Richmond International Airport is about 15 miles east, serving nine airlines. The 2C bus route also goes downtown, with stops along Crutchfield Street and Roanoke Street.
GreatSchools:
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It's Southside, things are alwasy on the move. People keep to themselves but are loud neighbors. Cops are always patroling the área, I feel unsafe outside at night if I am not accompanied with someone.
3.0Niche User
2/12/2015Niche Review
There aren't very many local businesses but the ones that are, are very reliable and seem homey.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Northrop
US
Homicide
5
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
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northrop Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northrop, Richmond sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Northrop, Richmond over the last 12 months is $295,000, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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