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Locals are close to VCU, landmarks and parks
On the West End of Richmond lies Randolph, a residential neighborhood offering convenience to Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), city landmarks and eclectic eateries. "There's a mixture of people who live in Randolph. VCU students tend to stay after graduation and gravitate to the area. But it's also family-friendly because of the walkable areas with ice cream shops and restaurants. The neighborhood has a lot of amenities," says Fernando Nero, a Richmond native and Realtor with 1st Class Real Estate RVA. The neighborhood is named after Virginia E. Randolph, an African American educator in Henrico County during the 19th century.
VCU's Monroe Park Campus invites residents from Randolph and beyond to attend.
The Main Branch Library is a short distance from Randolph for studying.
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An array of urban green spaces neighboring Randolph
Central to the neighborhood is the Randolph Community Center, which offers programs and a full slate of recreational amenities. Next door lies Petronius S. Jones Park, an urban green space home to the Birdhouse Farmers Market. Hollywood Cemetery, a walkable go-to attraction for Richmond residents and tourists, touches the eastern side. Along the James River lies the Maymont property, a 100-acre Victorian estate gifted as a public space by its former owners, James and Sallie Dooley. Locals often visit the charming estate for its nature center, botanical gardens and interactive animal farm."Randolph is also very close to Byrd Park. People like to feed the ducks and use the tennis courts and walking trails," Nero says. The expansive 287-acre space showcases three lakes and a dog park. The onsite Dogwood Dell amphitheater invites locals to community events, like the Festival of the Arts, a summer series of performances, concerts and art exhibits.
Dogwood Dell Amphitheater is a short walk from Randolph for a picnic lunch.
The seasonal Garden Glow event in Maymont is a great event for Randolph families.
William Byrd Park is a short walk from Randolph with miles of walking and biking trails.
The Randolph Community Center pickle ball and tennis courts are busy nearly every day.
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Buying into Randolph
Large, new traditional houses and colonial influences are prominent among the variety of single-family homes in Randolph. The neighborhood also features traditional split levels and an array of smaller, cozy homes that include simple ranch styles. Home prices in Randolph average between $250,000 and $450,000.
Colonial influences are found in Randolph.
Cozy cottages line quiet streets throughout Randolph.
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Residents shop and dine nearby
Locals head just outside the community for grocery shopping and dining. The Fan, a neighboring community, is among the most popular urban communities for its eclectic array of restaurants. Just north awaits a vast selection of eateries concentrated along Main and Broad Streets. "Randolph is within walking distance of Main Street and Carytown. There are tons of bars and lots of different cuisines, like Indian foods and sushi. And Bovine Burgers is really good," Nero says. Shoppers can also head to ALDI or Whole Foods Market, about 2 miles away.
Can Can invites Randolph residents to stop by for a drink after a long day at work.
Visit Buffalo Exchange in Carytown find your favorite vintage clothing items near Randolph.
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Attending Richmond Public Schools
Most students are zoned to attend William Fox Elementary, which has a B-plus from Niche. Sixth to eighth graders spend the day at Dogwood Middle, which has a C-minus; the school was renamed after the state flower in 2023. Teens are likely to graduate from the historic halls of Thomas Jefferson High. The school has a B grade from Niche and offers IB programs and a Future Center for college prep. The nearby VCU Monroe Park Campus blends well into Richmond's urban backdrop. The campus hosts most of the university's undergraduate programs.
The Dogwood Middle School in The Fan also serves Randolph residents.
Randolph students attend Thomas Jefferson High School, a B rated school according to Niche.
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Getting around on GRTC
Commuters can buzz around the city on the Downtown Expressway or take the public bus, GRTC, with routes running down Meadow Street, Colorado Avenue and other busy roadways. And VCU students can hop on the public bus for free.
Randolph residents take advantage of GRTC to make their commutes about town convenient.
The downtown expressway makes the commute from Randolph to the city center simple.
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Crime
The neighborhood has a CAP Index crime score of 5, compared to the national average of 4. The Richmond City Council recently voted to extend the University's Police presence in Randolph and other surrounding communities.
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Randolph Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Randolph, Richmond sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Randolph, Richmond over the last 12 months is $372,500, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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