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Stratford Hills

Stratford Hills

$563,375 Average Value
$243 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Riverside parks and local shops and restaurants

“People who live in Stratford Hills love the proximity to the trails and parks around the James,” says Brittany Goodwin, Realtor at River Fox Realty. “The ease with which you can get to the river is pretty remarkable.” The northern edge of Stratford Hills is Richmond’s iconic stretch of the James River. Stratford Hills residents have various access points along Riverside Drive, including Pony Pasture and Huguenot Flatwater. Besides access to beautiful James River Parks, Stratford Hills residents are seven miles from downtown by way of Powhite Parkway, and the shops and restaurants closer to home offer local fare and national brands alike.
Galley in Stratford Hills is great place to grab pizza and a drink.
Galley in Stratford Hills is great place to grab pizza and a drink.
Nature lovers find great photo opportunities in Huguenot Flatwater Park in Stratford Hills.
Nature lovers find great photo opportunities in Huguenot Flatwater Park in Stratford Hills.
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Cape Cod homes are plentiful in Stratford Hills.
Cape Cod homes are plentiful in Stratford Hills.

Tree-shaded lots and mid-century styling

Stratford Hill homes are nestled among canopies of oaks, pines and maples on spacious lots. Goodwin, a Stratford Hills resident for more than five years, says she feels immersed in nature while still near the city. “You can look out your window and feel like you’re in a treehouse,” she says. The neighborhood has various architectural styles, including ranch homes, Cape Cods and mid-century split levels. Up 5% from the previous year, the median home price is $456,000, while properties can range from $300,000 to $3 million, reflecting the wide variation in house sizes. “You can go from one street to the next and have a 900 square foot house and then a 3,000 square foot house,” says Goodwin. This highly desirable area has consistently low inventory, and homes sell quickly.

Richmond City Public Schools or Commonwealth Christian Academy

As part of the Richmond Public School district, Stratford Hills students can attend Southampton Elementary School, which offers pre-kindergarten through 5th-grade classes, fosters STEM skills through an annual Science Fair and earns a C-minus on Niche. Lucille M. Brown Middle School students can enroll in International Baccalaureate classes focusing on community engagement and encouraging students to pursue their interests and passions. Lucille Brown offers grades 6 through 8 and earns a C-minus. Huguenot High School prepares students for college or the job market and earns a C. For a private school option, Commonwealth Christian Academy offers kindergarten through 12th-grade classes right in the neighborhood.
Welcome to Southampton Elementary School near Stratford Hills.
Welcome to Southampton Elementary School near Stratford Hills.
Huguenot High School faithfully serves the community of Stratford Hills.
Huguenot High School faithfully serves the community of Stratford Hills.
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The James River Park System

Right in the backyard of Stratford Hills is the extensive James River Park System, with over 22 miles of interconnected trails open to both bikes and foot traffic. These trails, ranging in difficulty from easy to advanced, wind along the James River and connect to multiple bridges, providing expansive views of the Richmond skyline. At Pony Pasture, residents can sunbathe on granite boulders or swim in the rapids if the river isn’t too high. A mile north of Pony Pasture is the Huguenot Flatwater Park, a quieter section of the James River with a boat ramp for kayaks, canoes and inner tubes.
Huguenot Flatwater Park in Stratford Hills offers trails and river access for kayaking.
Huguenot Flatwater Park in Stratford Hills offers trails and river access for kayaking.
Picturesque trails wind throughout the James River Park System in Stratford Hills.
Picturesque trails wind throughout the James River Park System in Stratford Hills.
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Close to grocery, fashion and dining options aplenty

“Stratford Hills is a great central location with easy access to pretty much anything you want,” says Goodwin. Residents can grab a booth at Galley and split a Sweet Hot pizza — house mozzarella, fresh basil, pepperoni, Calabrian peppers and honey. Across from the shopping center, Food Lion has all the groceries needed to keep a home running. Stony Point Fashion Park is just a three-mile trip down Chippenham Parkway for a more fashion-focused shopping trip.
Residents of Stratford Hills can get their groceries at Food Lion.
Residents of Stratford Hills can get their groceries at Food Lion.
Stratford Hills has many restaurants with ethnic cuisine.
Stratford Hills has many restaurants with ethnic cuisine.
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Take public transportation from Stratford Hills to downtown Richmond.
Take public transportation from Stratford Hills to downtown Richmond.

Richmond public transportation and convenient highway access

The Greater Richmond Transit Company operates bus stops along Forest Hill Avenue, connecting Stratford Hills residents to downtown and the rest of the Richmond area. Sidewalks aren’t standard on the roads of Stratford Hills, so some areas may be challenging to walk. Drivers have easy access to Chippenham Parkway, which can take them to Interstate 95 or the Pocahontas Parkway and Richmond International Airport.

Footraces right at home

As part of the Richmond Road Runners Club (RRRC), the Stratford Hills 10k starts in the nearby Cherokee Hills neighborhood and follows the James River through Stratford Hills, offering runners a scenic six-mile course. Besides the neighborhood race, residents aren’t far from the city’s best festivals, like the Richmond Folk Festival or Dominion Riverrock.
Enjoy amazing sunset views on the James River in Stratford Hills.
Enjoy amazing sunset views on the James River in Stratford Hills.

Careful the river and its risks

Being a riverside community comes with the major drawback of flood risk. Homes closest to the river face the most significant potential for flooding in the event of severe weather, but data from Risk Factor indicates that 14% of Stratford Hills properties have greater than a 26% of being impacted by floods within the next 30 years.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Richmond International

29 min drive

Bus

Forest Hill & Joe Brooks

Bus

Forest Hill & Hathaway

Bus

Forest Hill & Cherokee

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Stratford Hills US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Stratford Hills Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$399,000
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$244,850
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$460,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
70
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$243

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,612
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,061
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,666
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,433
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,730

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,172
Median Age
52
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$111,309
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$128,735

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.1%
College Graduates
62.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 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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