An small urban enclave just outside of Church Hill
Modest single-story dwellings sit side-by-side along narrow streets lined with sidewalks and mature trees in Richmond’s Peter Paul, a small urban enclave of just over 530 residents. The community is strictly residential, but locals often refer to it as "an extended part of Church Hill," or so says Erin Rose, a Realtor at Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Church Hill is one of Richmond's most sought-after neighborhoods, because of its walkability and density of trendy shops and eateries. "It's probably one of the more walkable neighborhoods in the city, besides the Museum District and the Fan," she says. And while, Peter Paul is technically about 1 mile from Church Hill proper, access to all it has to offer is well within reach.
Peter Paul residents appreciate the convenient commute to the city center.
Peter Paul has a variety of architectural styles including row homes for you to choose from.
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Affordable homes for the Richmond area
Cape Cods, bungalows and ranch-style homes are often found on generous lots for a city setting. Homebuyers can find older two-bedroom cottages for $140,000 or remodeled four-bedroom dwellings for $370,000. Homes here move "a little slower" than in other Church Hill communities, but Rose, who's lived in Church Hill for 12 years and has been selling homes in the area for four years, says it can "vary from house to house or street to street." The median home price in Peter Paul is around $191,000, well below Richmond's average price of $350,000.
Find homes with fenced yards giving. a safe place for your kids to play.
Find cozy Cape Cod homes perfect for empty nesters in Peter Paul.
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Sports fields and walking trails at Lucks Field Playground
Nearby are several parks, including Lucks Field Playground, which features paved walking path wraps, basketball and tennis courts, a baseball field, fitness stations and a playground. Come the summer, residents flock to Fairmount Pool on U Street across from Lucks Field Playground to escape the hot, humid days common in Virginia. This large community pool is open to the public, free of charge and staffed with lifeguards.
Peter Paul is minutes away from the city center giving residents an simple commute.
The playground at Lucks Field in Peter Paul is within a 5 minute walk.
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Proximity to VCU
Students may attend Richmond Public Schools, including Woodville Elementary School, graded a C-minus on Niche; Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, graded a D-plus; and Armstrong High School, graded a C-minus. Armstrong High has been serving the Richmond community for more than 160 years. Today, in collaboration with local nonprofit Richmond Hill, the school offers the Armstrong Leadership Program, which sponsors roughly 50 students annually and provides mentorship and opportunities for personal development and leadership. The neighborhood is about 4 miles from Virginia Commonwealth University, a large public institution known for its art and medical programs.
Weekend-long Church Hill Irish Festival
Aziz's Autism Awareness Talent Show is Peter Paul's flagship community event. It was started by a local family in 2017 to educate more people about the disorder by showcasing the talent of community members living with autism. It's held annually on World Autism Day in the Peter Paul Development Center. The weekend-long Church Hill Irish Festival is a major annual event taking place nearby. The city shuts down a section of 25th and E. Broad Streets so vendors, musicians and hundreds of revelers can celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
I-64, I-95 are nearby
Peter Paul is close to two major highways: Interstates 64 and 95. Downtown Richmond is about 2 miles away. Public transportation also services the neighborhood; Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) buses pick up along X and W streets and travel throughout the city. The Richmond International Airport is 8 miles east. Emergency Medical treatment is also nearby, with the VCU Medical Center less than 2 miles away.
With its close proximity to I-64, Peter Paul is an ideal place for the commuter.
Peter Paul is minutes away from the city center giving residents an simple commute.
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Trendy shops and eateries in nearby Church Hill
Peter Paul is strictly residential, but there are several stores within walking distance. The Market at 25th is a community-driven local grocery store working to bring high-quality, fresh and affordable food to the Church Hill area, and around the corner is a Family Dollar. Along Nine Mile Road, residents can find Rise Café, a coffeehouse run by Rise Richmond, a local non-profit. A few miles away on Jefferson Avenue is Pizza Bones, known for its sourdough crust pizza and popular sidewalk patio. Sub Rosa Bakery, is a trendy Church Hill spot, serving an array of fresh breads and pastries, all baked in a wood-fired masonry oven. Shopping centers with big box stores like Target and Publix are a little further out but still within reach, sitting about 5 miles east off of I-64.
Union Market is a Peter Paul favorite for fresh made food and friendly service.
Union Market invites you and your furry friend to stop by for lunch.
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Crime
The neighborhood has historically had high crime rates, receiving a score of 8 out of 10 per the CAP Index, but community initiatives through the Peter Paul Development Center are working to combat violence in the area by supporting families and creating safe spaces for kids.
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Parks in this Area
Jefferson Park
Hidden Creek Park & Recreation Center
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Patrick Henry Park
Picnic Area
Lucks Field
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Oakwood Playground
Picnic Area
Playground
Bill Robinson Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Transit
Airport
Richmond International
14 min drive
Bus
22nd & W
Bus
X & 22nd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Peter Paul
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Peter Paul Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Peter Paul, Richmond sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Peter Paul, Richmond over the last 12 months is $222,475, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$224,975
Median Sale Price
$222,475
Median Single Family Sale Price
$222,475
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$242
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
297
Median Year Built
1941
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,106
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
669
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,857
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,621
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
22.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.2%
% Population in Labor Force
61.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 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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