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Quiet suburb less than 2 miles to downtown, near the James River
Situated south of downtown Richmond by roughly 2 miles, peaceful Swansboro is close to restaurant-rich Hull Street but also the natural splendor of the James River Park System. “Swansboro is a well-established neighborhood,” says April Pillsbury, Realtor at EXP Realty. “My clients love the mature trees lining the streets and the sense of community found there.” Key routes run through Swansboro, allowing drivers to quickly make their way to cultural destinations or work. Plus, the grid-like layout creates walkable swath on south side Richmond that gives residents a cozy tightknit feeling, while still promising connection to the greater metro area.
Friendly neighbors entice residents to buy homes in Swansboro.
Swansboro is a historic neighborhood rich with life and vibrant character.
The James River Park system is minutes away from homes in Swansboro.
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1920s bungalows mix with luxury townhouses
Homebuyers are drawn to Swansboro for three reasons: price, style options and a sense of up-and-coming momentum. To begin, the area is becoming known for having comparatively more affordable prices, compared to other sought-after neighborhoods in Richmond. According to Pillsbury, houses typically sell in less than a week and inventory is very low. Homes can start at $250,000 but reach into the mid $400,000s for modern luxury townhouses. Speaking of housing styles, homebuyers walking through the neighborhood will find eye-catching properties like Tudor-inspired Cape Cods with catslide roofs. Vinyl-sided modern colonials with rectangular facades and symmetrically stacked windows come in bold colors like brick red or navy blue. Craftsman-style bungalows from the 1920s, featuring low-pitched roofs and wide front porches, are also common. The townhouses have a distinct 2020s vibe: brick, steel and sharp gables create a neo-industrial impression. Most lots have shallow front yards, some with a mature oak or maple standing tall, and spacious backyards enclosed by wooden fences.
Two bedroom cottages speckle the landscape in Swansboro.
Mid century customized homes in Swansboro boast up to 4 bedrooms or more.
Homes in Swansboro vary in size from grandiose 4 bedrooms to tiny homes like this one.
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Literacy Corner at Swansboro Elementary
Kids in the neighborhood can attend Swansboro Elementary, which has an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio and earns a C from Niche. The school’s Literacy Corner provides personalized instruction and tools for those with reading disabilities. Boushall Middle has a 10-to-1 student-teacher ratio and earns a C-minus. Richmond High School for the Arts is 2 miles down Midlothian Turnpike, and offers students the opportunity to participate in a Bulldog Enrichment Academy program, which provides daily after-school tutoring and monthly themed educational workshops for students and their families. It receives a C-minus.
Swansboro Elementary in boasts a 1 to 11 teacher student ratio.
Thomas C Boushall Middle School campus serving the Oak Grove neighborhood.
Richmond High School for the Arts serves students 9th grade through 12th.
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A food forest at Carter Jones Park
Carter Jones Park is the neighborhood’s key green space, featuring a baseball field, basketball and tennis courts, a small concrete skate park and a spacious picnic area. It’s also home to Fonticello Food Forest, a community garden that provides free local produce and grocery distribution at their farmstand every Wednesday. Residents also have backyard access to trails maintained the James River Park System. For instance, the Buttermilk Trail starts here and takes hikers and bikers past a natural spring before delivering them to Forest Hill Park. Or, strollers can saunter onto Belle Isle, one of the most popular outdoor hangout spots in Richmond. Sunbathers usually congregate on the granite boulders while listening to river rapids. The Belle Isle Suspension Bridge provides expansive views of the Richmond skyline.
Practice your kickflip at the skatepark at Carter Jones Park in Swansboro.
Free fresh grown veggies and at Fonticello Food Forest for residents of Swansboro.
Swansboro residents care about community where many homes have pollinating gardens.
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Southern comfort at Pig and Brew
The dining scene near Swansboro is focused on offering comfort food plus entertaining atmospheres. Pig and Brew, for example, offers classic southern cuisine like beef brisket, pork ribs, collard greens and macaroni and cheese – all within an updated industrial building. Pizza enthusiasts can hop over to Richmond Highway to enjoy OMG Pizza. Everyday essentials are plentiful at Dollar General and Family Dollar, but residents will need to drive to a grocery store, which has long been a needed amenity to complete this neighborhood. Many head to Save A Lot, located in Southside Plaza, for a modest option. Those who want more variety typically go to Farm Fresh, about 2 miles north near Church Hill. For even more options, drivers take Midlothian Turnpike 8 miles east to arrive in Chesterfield.
Pig & Brew outside of Swansboro can satisfy your BBQ cravings.
Pride runs deep in Swansboro and the neighboring community Forest Hill.
Head over to Carytown to shop and dine to your hearts desire, across the river from Swansboro.
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Dining and commuting along Hull Street
Swansboro is bisected by Hull Street, which offers a straight, 1.5-mile drive to Shockoe Bottom, which is populated with businesses and eateries, like the perennially popular Tobacco Company. Semmes Avenue, also known as Route 60, is trafficked by buses and will deliver travelers to Chesterfield Town Center, about 13 miles away. Richmond Highway will take drivers across Robert E. Lee Bridge to cultural destinations like the University of Richmond. Otherwise, Swansboro is noted for being a quiet, walkable residential community.
The GRTC bus system brings residents of Swansboro across Richmond.
Thirsty's Bar and Grill serves the best cajun Jambalaya south of the river in Swansboro.
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Parks in this Area
Carter Jones Park
James River Park 22nd Street Entrance
Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails
Canoe Run Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Charlie Sydnor Playground
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Alice Fitz Playground
Basketball
Playground
Transit
Airport
Richmond International
20 min drive
Bus
Bainbridge & Clopton
Bus
Richmond HWY & Maury
Bus
Midlothian Pike & 29th
Bus
Hull & 25th
Bus
Bainbridge & 29th
Bus
Hull & 28th
Bus
Cowardin & Semmes
Swansboro Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Swansboro, Richmond sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Swansboro, Richmond over the last 12 months is $395,000, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming and beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom single family home located just minutes from the scenic James River in Richmond. This home was renovated in 2021 and recently refreshed in 2025 with all-new interior and exterior paint, along with brand-new carpet throughout. The inviting layout offers comfortable living space with a blend of modern upgrades and timeless character. The
Builders, Contractors, Developers, Investors and Residential Buyers. Here is Vacant Land already permitted to build in the Swansboro Neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia. The sale includes the rights to a 2 Family Attached Dwelling design with two stories, Building Permits Plats for both lots, Plat and Subsurface Investigation and Shrink Swell Soil Analysis and Bearing Capacity Testing. These two
Welcome to "The Hollands" – Perry Street Townhomes, a remarkable new community by Southside Community Development Housing (SCDHC) and Theta Homes, offering EarthCraft and ENERGY STAR certified residences that champion energy efficiency, eco-friendly construction, and affordability. Construction is already underway on nine thoughtfully designed homes featuring three bedrooms and two-and-a-half
Perry Street Townhomes – a collaboration between Southside Community Development Housing (SCDHC) and Theta Homes – introduces EarthCraft and ENERGY STAR certified homes, providing exceptional energy efficiency, eco-friendly construction, and affordability. Construction is already under way on nine 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residences, each featuring a first-floor primary suite with ensuite bath, NEW
Property Id: 461002Furnished master bedroom suite with PRIVATE bath CENTRAL RICHMOND AT THE RIVER. In law setting. Laundry in centralLocation in shared house. Buses on Semmes Ave, Bainbridge St, Midlothian TPK, Hull St in walking distance. Off street parking $7 a weekRoom with 2 4 foot closets, access kitchenette type set up in addition to your space.
This is a beautiful, modern, and very spacious townhouse with many upgrades located in a very new community, Belle Heights! The location is minutes from downtown Richmond and a short walk to the James River and beautiful surrounding parkland. The Belle Heights community also features a dog park! The 1,916 square foot townhome boasts numerous upgrades, a modern vibe, a huge Owner's Master
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,199
Median Age
43
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,670
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,426
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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