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Walmsley offers new construction and older homes in a quiet community
Walmsley is a quiet part of Richmond ’s South Side where you can find new construction and established homes for prices below the city’s median, making it a popular choice for first-time homebuyers. The recently built Kinwick subdivision has added townhouses and new single-family houses to the area’s collection of ranch-style and Cape Cod homes. The neighborhood is set back from main roads, creating a quiet and private feel. However, you’ll have to drive or take the bus to get to things like parks and grocery stores, and Downtown Richmond is a 20-minute drive away.
Walmsley is known for its close-knit, family-oriented community.
Larger Colonial homes can be found in developments in Walmsley.
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How much it costs to buy in Walmsley
The median sale price in Walmsley is in the lower $300,000s, less than Richmond’s overall median and that of Cottrell Farms, but higher than in the nearby neighborhoods of British Camp Farms and Bensley. Here, you can find:
New construction townhouses from the upper $200,000s to the lower $300,000s
Single-family homes built since 2000 from the lower $300,000s to the lower $400,000s
Older homes from the lower $200,000s to the upper $200,000s
New construction homes also have monthly HOA fees between $60 and $160 that cover trash and common area maintenance.
Established ranch-style homes and the new Kinwick subdivision
The newly constructed townhouses and single-family homes in the Kinwick subdivision sit near the corner of Warwick and Hopkins Roads. Built by HHHunt Homes, the community includes sidewalk-lined streets and a park with a pond. The rest of the neighborhood is older, featuring mostly ranch-style and Cape Cod homes built in the 1960s and ‘70s. These are often on lots of approximately a quarter-acre, so yards are spacious and there’s room for off-street parking. You can also find some colonial-style houses built in the 2000s. The neighborhood is evenly split between owners and renters, and there are low-rise apartment complexes south of Walmsley Boulevard.
Ranch-style homes are a popular staple of the Walmsley neighborhood.
Homes in Walmsley often sit on lots around a quarter of an acre.
Colonial Revival homes are a common larger option in Walmsley's housing stock.
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A quiet community that attracts first-time homebuyers
Walmsley is situated away from the area’s busiest roads, and the residential streets don’t see any through-traffic, making it a calm place to settle down. “It’s been very nice and quiet,” says Tony Ralda, owner of the Walmsley-based mobile detailing company Ralda’s Details. “The neighbors are okay and it’s safe. I go outside and run in the mornings and haven’t had any issues.” Lower home prices attract first-time buyers, and jobs at the Richmond Veterans Administration Medical Center in McGuire and nearby manufacturers appeal to workers who want an easy commute.
Typical commute times by car or GRTC bus
Speaking of commute times, most homes here are within relatively comfortable driving distance to several major thoroughfares and commercial destinations. From Walmsley, you can drive to:
Downtown in around 20 minutes
Interstate 95 in 10 minutes
Chippenham Parkway in 5 minutes
The Greater Richmond Transit Company’s Route 86 bus stops along Walmsley Boulevard. Commuters can take it to Southside Plaza and then get on GRTC's Route 1A to get downtown, a total trip that takes around an hour. Most streets don’t have sidewalks, but Warwick Road has bike lanes, and the city is planning more bike improvements for the area.
Which Richmond schools serve the area
Kids can attend Richmond Public Schools. Depending on where they live, they might start at Broad Rock Elementary School or J.L. Francis Elementary School, then go to Thomas C. Boushall Middle School, which is right by the neighborhood. Older kids can go to Richmond High School for the Arts in Northrop or apply to selective schools like Open High School in Oregon Hill.
Walmsley students can begin their educational journey at J.L. Francis Elementary School.
Thomas C. Boushall Middle School serves sixth through eighth graders in Walmsley.
Richmond High School for the Arts rounds out the public education of Walmsley students.
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Where locals go for quick eats and everyday essentials
Because the neighborhood is almost exclusively residential, there is a noticeable lack of commercial space here. Walmsley Market, a neighborhood convenience store, is one of the few businesses in the area, and a taqueria food truck sets up near the Blue Moon Event Center. “There’s also Granizadas,” says Ralda. “That’s another mobile place, but they sell ice cream. It’s very good.” For more options, you’ll have to head to Richmond Highway, which is lined with more restaurants and other businesses. For groceries and other essentials, there’s a Dollar General nearby, and Food Lion and Walmart Neighborhood Market are a short drive away.
The Big Apple Market near Walmsley offers all the daily essentials.
The popular Southside Plaza mall is just minutes away from Walmsley.
The local Food Lion is located conveniently near Walmsley.
Taqueria Omar is a favorite of Walmsley residents on Broad Rock Boulevard.
Several popular local restaurants offer quick to-go options.
Family Dollar is a convenient stop for daily essentials near Walmsley.
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Swimming and sports near the neighborhood
The City of Richmond Master Plan includes a goal of building new parks throughout the city so that by 2037, every resident will live within a 10-minute walk of a public park. However, Walmsley residents are still just a little bit outside comfortable walking distance from any outdoor spots. However, here you’re just a short drive from recreational spots. At the Broad Rock Sports Complex, you can play basketball, pickleball and softball. The complex also has a playground and workout equipment. SwimRVA is a swimming pool that offers lessons and has swim teams for different ages. The pool is covered with an all-weather dome during cold weather, so you can swim all year long.
Walmsley residents can take advantage of several basketball courts at Broad Rock Sports Complex.
The athletic fields at Mary B. Stratton Park are less than ten minutes drive from Walmsley residents.
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Crime and Safety
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Walmsley
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
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Walmsley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Walmsley, Richmond sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Walmsley, Richmond over the last 12 months is $300,942, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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