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Walkability meets residential charm a mile from downtown
Just a mile north of downtown, this historic Richmond neighborhood is situated in the area known as Northside. Originally developed in the late 1800s as one of the city’s first streetcar suburbs, today, Sherwood Park is a quiet neighborhood with charming homes and proximity to city amenities. “My recent seller in Sherwood Park loved everything about this area,” says Michelle Moore, a Realtor with EXP Realty LLC who has sold homes all over the greater Richmond area. “She loved the friendly vibe, the cute houses, and the walkability to restaurants and entertainment in the city.” Sherwood Park is just a few blocks from Scott’s Addition, a thriving dining district known for its breweries, and is also conveniently located off Interstate 64.
Classic Cape Cods and brick Colonial Revivals
The charming, leafy streets of Sherwood Park are lined with sidewalks and mature trees. There is a range of architectural styles that include Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals, and brick ranch homes perched on level lots that average a quarter-acre. Lawns are well-tended with simple landscaping, and street parking is most common. In Sherwood Park, a four-bed brick ranch-style home can sell for $350,000, a four-bed Cape Cod for $538,000 or a four-bed brick Colonial for $715,000. “The house I recently sold sat on the market for several weeks due to being outdated, but the house across the street, which was renovated, sold much faster, “Moore says. “If it’s in good condition and ready to go, it will sell within days. This market is still hot.”
Homes and lawns are well maintained in Sherwood Park, VA.
Plenty of bike lanes and sidewalks make getting around in Sherwood Park a breeze.
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Within walking distance to Scott’s Addition dining and entertainment
For breakfast, folks head to Brickhouse Diner on the Boulevard to savor staples like three-egg omelets and thick stacks of hot-buttered pancakes. Less than a mile down the road, Scott’s Addition offers dozens of popular local restaurants, breweries and coffee shops. At Afterglow Coffee Cooperative, Sherwood Park residents can fuel up with a cappuccino made with coffee beans roasted in-house. For tender beef brisket and peppery pork spareribs with blackstrap collard greens, Texas-style barbeque joint ZZQ, voted “Best Barbeque in Virginia” by Food & Wine, is the place to go. After dinner, locals might catch a movie at Movieland or head to River City Roll for some bowling and live music. Richmond’s premier baseball stadium, The Diamond, is within walking distance of Sherwood Park, meaning residents can skip the hassle of parking and enjoy as many games as they’d like.
At the Brickhouse Diner on the Blvd you can enjoy a hearty breakfast or a satisfying lunch.
The Diamond is the home of the minor league baseball team, The Richmond Flying Squirrels.
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Richmond's John Marshall High School earns positive scores in athletics, diversity and clubs.
Choose between Richmond Public Schools or private alternatives
Students in Sherwood Park can attend Richmond Public Schools, such as Linwood Holton Elementary, which earns a B grade from Niche. Henderson Middle scores a C-minus, and John Marshall High receives a C. The high school’s powerhouse boys’ basketball team went undefeated in the 2022-2023 season, leading them to win the state championship. This neighborhood is also within walking distance to Veritas School, a Christian private school serving kindergarten through 12th-grade students. Veritas receives an overall grade of A from Niche.
The Labyrinth at Chrysalis Institute's Park is a contemplative experience in Sherwood Park.
Inclusive parks where all kids can play
Residents enjoy peace and quiet at Chrysalis Institute’s Park and outdoor labyrinth on Westwood Avenue, which is free and open to the community. Parents can bring the kids to Park365, a modern neighborhood park about 5 minutes away with play areas designed for children of all ages and abilities. Afterward, the whole family can picnic under the shaded canopy of a white oak tree or reserve the pavilion for a larger gathering.
Familiar big-box retailers for everyday needs on West Broad
When it comes to grocery shopping, there are plenty of nearby options. For groceries, residents head to Aldi, Whole Foods or Kroger, all located along West Broad Street. For daily essentials, Walgreens on Chamberlayne is within a short walking distance. A quick drive north on West Broad Street leads to more familiar supermarkets and big-box retailers like Walmart and Home Depot, meaning other everyday needs are always within arm’s reach. Locals also love Diversity Thrift, a colorful thrift store and community hub on Sherwood Avenue that sells an extensive collection of clothing, furniture and household items.
Quick access to Interstate 64
Sherwood Park’s proximity to Interstate 64 makes it easy to get across town quickly and directly. The Greater Richmond Transit Company, locally known as GRTC, has a weekday bus service nearby that travels downtown, and dedicated bike lanes also make the area uniquely accessible even without a car. For further getaways, Richmond International Airport is approximately 15 minutes or 12 miles away via I-64.
Richmond has great public transportation in the city including Sherwood Park neighborhood.
Easy access in and out of Sherwood Park with I-64 nearby.
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Parks in this Area
Battery Park
Baseball/Softball
Pool
Tennis
The Cannon Creek Greenway
Chandler Fields
Baseball/Softball
Pollard Park
Chrysalis Institute Outdoor Labyrinth
Little John Park
SOAR 365 Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Richmond International
20 min drive
Bus
Boulevard & Brookland Parkway
Sherwood Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sherwood Park, Richmond sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sherwood Park, Richmond over the last 12 months is $502,013, up 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,193
Median Age
46
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,011
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,989
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
49.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
39/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 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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