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Accessibly-priced homes near downtown Richmond
With a pocket of small homes, Swansboro West may serve as a more accessible area of Richmond. “There are many smaller homes, so it’s a popular area for first-time homebuyers and retirees looking to downsize,” says Ronnie Burnett, Realtor at ERA Woody Hogg and Associates. Situated south of the James River, this residential neighborhood offers walkability to shopping and restaurants, major bus lines and local public schools. Local organizations support community members through free grocery distribution and family-friendly programs like kid's storytime. Bordered by major highways and just over 3 miles from downtown, it's central to Richmond's history, culture and nightlife.
Cape Cods and Craftsmans in Swansboro West
On 36th Street, tidy rows of brick Cape Cods evoke a "Monopoly house" shape with a rectangular makeup and pitched roof. One block over, 35th Street has compact ranch-style homes with low-slung frames and large front windows. Thirty-Fourth Street is dominated by Craftsman-style bungalows with unenclosed eave overhangs and wide front porches. Paved sidewalks line these residential roads and connect to short, private paths leading right to the front door. Properties in Swansboro West typically range in cost from $100,000 to $350,000. “Houses sell within a week,” Burnett says. “I’ve got another house coming to the market soon, and my door has already been beaten down by people wanting to buy it.”
Fonticello Food Forest offers food assistance
Locals can walk or ride bikes to Carter Jones Park, an 11-acre green space. The park has recently undergone improvements, unveiling a new playground in 2023. More improvements are underway. Daring Swansboro West residents can rollerblade down the skatepark ramps. This park is also home to Fonticello Food Forest, a community garden that provides free local produce and grocery distribution to the community at their farmstand every Wednesday. Swansboro Pool is an indoor public pool located right in the neighborhood.
After-school tutoring at Richmond High School for the Arts
Kids in Swansboro West can attend Swansboro Elementary — situated right in the neighborhood — which earns a four out of 10 from GreatSchools. They may move on to River City Middle, which receives a one out of 10. Richmond High School for the Arts earns a two out of 10 and allows students to participate in after-school tutoring through the Bulldog Enrichment Academy. The RVA Future Center also supports students who are navigating college applications, scholarships and other endeavors.
Crafty Crab is a favorite for seafood
Swansboro West is next to the Circle Plaza Shopping Center, where locals can grab groceries at Save A Lot. Across E Belt Boulevard, Southside Plaza has thrift stores and clothing stores. There, locals like to grab a bite at Crafty Crab, which serves seafood boils, oysters on the half shell and fried fish baskets.
Events at Carter Jones and Forest Hill Parks
The Fonticello Food Forest hosts programming for all ages, including children's story time, art classes, guided meditation and yoga classes. Swansboro West residents may also choose from an assortment of locally-grown produce at the South of the James Farmers Market, which happens year-round on Sundays at Forest Hill Park. Swansboro Baptist Church is a longtime community institution that hosts community events like Easter egg hunts.
Hull Street leads downtown
Bordering the neighborhood to the south, Hull Street is one route leading to downtown Richmond. Locals may also take the 2C bus to get downtown, with stops along the Midlothian Turnpike. The Richmond International Airport is about 15 miles east via Interstate 64.
Higher rates for violent crimes in Swansboro West
Swansboro West has a CAP Index crime score of five out of 10, compared to the national average of four out of 10. It scores higher than the national average for violent crimes, with a 8 out of 10 score for homicide.
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On average, homes in Swansboro West, Richmond sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Swansboro West, Richmond over the last 12 months is $252,500, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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