Why Live in Bellevue
Bellevue, located in Richmond's Northside, is known for its high walkability, community events and historic architecture. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including Dutch Colonials, Tudor Revivals, American Foursquares, Cape Cods and Minimal Traditional houses. Bellevue has no homeowners association, allowing for creative yard decorations and landscaping. Linwood Holton Elementary School, which is highly rated, serves the area. The top-rated Veritas School nearby offers a private Christian education from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Bellevue has two commercial districts with restaurants and stores. Dot’s Back Inn, Demi’s Mediterranean Kitchen, Stir Crazy Café and Once Upon a Vine are on MacArthur Avenue, and Little House Green Grocery, Northside Grille and Up All Night Bakery are on Bellevue Avenue. Bryan Park provides things to do outside, including paved trails, disc golf, pickleball and soccer fields. The playground and basketball court at Linwood Holton Elementary School are popular spots for families. Bellevue offers easy access to Interstate 95, Interstate 64 and the Downtown Expressway, with downtown Richmond just 15 minutes away. The Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) bus stops on the neighborhood’s edges, and dedicated bike lanes are available on Hermitage and Brook Roads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bellevue a good place to live?
Bellevue is a good place to live. Bellevue is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Bellevue is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Bellevue has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.8 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $119,949 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 73.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Bellevue are home owners, with 22.1% of residents renting and 77.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bellevue can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bellevue neighborhood guide.
Is Bellevue, VA a safe neighborhood?
Bellevue, VA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bellevue?
The median home price in Bellevue is $589,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $117,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.1%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,860 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $123K a year to afford the median home price in Bellevue. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Bellevue is $120K.
What are the best public schools in Bellevue?
The best public schools that serve Bellevue are:
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Home Trends in Bellevue, VA
On average, homes in Bellevue, Richmond sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bellevue, Richmond over the last 12 months is $569,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$569,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$570,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$314
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median List Price
$589,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%