Virginia Union
Neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond City County 23220
Stately established homes with room in the backyard
This neighborhood is comprised entirely of established homes, with many dating as far back as the 1920s. “The homes here have some real character and age to them, and their value is just starting to come out with investors flipping them. Now is a great time to buy,” Kierce says. Architecture varies street by street, with some Dutch Colonial Revivals, American Foursquares and Cape Cods embodying the historic feel of the area. Most have front porches that overlook modest lawns lined by sidewalks and a sparse strip of mature trees. Driveways are an uncommon sight here, though there’s ample space for street parking and some have even added detached garages in the backyard, which are surprisingly spacious for city living. The median price for a single-family home in this area is $385,000, though a two-bedroom bungalow can sell for as low as $170,000. A newly renovated house with four bedrooms, on the other hand, might list for $600,000.
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A wealth of retail, restaurants and entertainment in Richmond
From Virginia Union, daily needs are just a few minutes away at grocery stores along Broad Street such as Kroger or Whole Foods Market. Fast food options line Chamberlayne Avenue alongside local favorites like Sugar’s Crab Shack, a window-service spot known for its fried fish and sides of bread pudding. There’s plenty more to explore west of Interstate 64, too, from restaurants to breweries and more, like The Diamond baseball stadium or The Park entertainment center. The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia, located south along Chamberlayne Avenue, is a great rainy-day attraction. Neighborhood residents can learn about the history in their backyard with an exhibit on the Richmond 34, a group of Virginia Union University students who organized a sit-in during the civil rights movement of the 1960s.
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Train for tennis like a Grand Slam champion at Battery Park
Right across Chamberlayne Avenue is Battery Park, where tennis legend Arthur Ashe learned to play at age 7. The park also has a pedestrian tunnel with a mural honoring the Richmond native, where parkgoers can walk through and read a timeline of his life. Aspiring Grand Slam winners can attempt to follow in his footsteps by training on the tennis courts, but the park is also great for families, with two playgrounds as well as a pool and splash pad to cool off on hot days. Rock climbers will also appreciate the proximity to Peak Experiences, Richmond’s premier destination for bouldering, with leagues where locals can meet and train with other climbers.
Convenient travel along Interstate 64
Virginia Union is conveniently located along Interstate 64, making it easy to get around the Richmond metro area and beyond, with connections to Interstate 95. Residents are only 25 minutes or approximately 13 miles from their next getaway at Richmond International Airport, accessible via I-64. The neighborhood is also home to the Brook Road campus of the Children’s Hospital of Richmond, which features a residential rehab facility.
Attend Richmond Public Schools or nearby private schools
Families in the Virginia Union neighborhood can send their young children to Linwood Holton Elementary, which scores a B grade from Niche. Their education continues at other Richmond Public Schools like Henderson Middle, which receives a C-minus, and John Marshall High, which earns a C. The boys’ basketball team, the John Marshall Justices, is one of the highest-scoring teams in central Virginia, taking home a state championship title in the 2022-2023 season. Those interested in private schooling will want to take note of Seven Hills School, located in the neighborhood. This private boys’ middle school emphasizes experiential learning, a philosophy that includes once-monthly river days on the James River.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cody Mann
Cody Mann
Village Concepts Realty Group
(804) 655-4966
46 Total Sales
2 in Virginia Union
$495K - $540K Price Range
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Daniel Harnsberger
Daniel Harnsberger
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty LLC
(804) 767-5813
237 Total Sales
1 in Virginia Union
$345,000 Price
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Mike Goodwin
MG
Mike Goodwin
Responds QuicklySamson Properties
(804) 735-1337
40 Total Sales
1 in Virginia Union
$205,000 Price
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Ray Flournoy
Ray Flournoy
Responds QuicklyERA Woody Hogg & Assoc
(804) 626-5326
77 Total Sales
1 in Virginia Union
$225,000 Price
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Elijah Maney
Elijah Maney
Responds QuicklyCompass
(804) 352-1065
29 Total Sales
1 in Virginia Union
$265,000 Price
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Travis Lodge
Travis Lodge
Responds QuicklyLong & Foster REALTORS
(804) 409-4140
76 Total Sales
1 in Virginia Union
$335,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Abner Clay Park
- Basketball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Battery Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Pool
- Tennis
Pollard Park
Yancey Street Playground
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Smith Peters Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Virginia Union | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 9 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Virginia Union Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Virginia Union, Richmond sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Virginia Union, Richmond over the last 12 months is $447,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$462,475
Median Sale Price
$447,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$234
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
360
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1933
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,699
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,783
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
770
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 152 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,041 - $2,490 per month
- Sphere Apartments
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 497+ Sq Ft
- 2005 Brook Rd
- Richmond, VA
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$1,175 - $2,350 per month
- Spectrum Apartments
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 492+ Sq Ft
- 2017 Brook Rd
- Richmond, VA
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$1,013 - $1,403 per month
- The Foundry Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 630+ Sq Ft
- 946 Sledd St
- Richmond, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,453
Median Age
27
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,833
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,756
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45
/ 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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