Why Live in Bensley
Bensley, a suburb just south of Richmond, offers a mix of industrial areas and leafy neighborhoods. The area has ranch-style, Cape Cod and Minimal Traditional homes, often with large yards over a quarter of an acre. Most residents rent single-family homes or units in low-rise apartment complexes. There are plenty of things to do at Bensley Park, with its playground, baseball fields and futsal courts. Falling Creek Ironworks Park, known for its forest trail and historic sites, provides more outdoor activities. Major employers like the Defense Logistics Agency and DuPont are nearby, and the neighborhood's proximity to Interstate 95, U.S. Route 1 and Chippenham Parkway makes commuting convenient. Downtown Richmond and Richmond International Airport are both about 15 minutes away. Chesterfield County Public Schools, a highly rated district, serve the area. Local restaurants include La Princesa, East King and the Taquería Isabel food truck, while shopping needs are met by Food Lion, Dollar General and specialty stores like Nuevo Amanecer Latino Market. Meadowbrook Plaza, with retailers like Walmart Neighborhood Market, Marshalls and Burlington, is also close by.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bensley a good place to live?
Bensley is a good place to live. Bensley is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Bensley is a suburban neighborhood. Bensley has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.4 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $52,657 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Bensley are renters, with 60.1% of residents renting and 39.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bensley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bensley neighborhood guide.
Is Bensley, VA a safe neighborhood?
Bensley, VA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bensley?
The median home price in Bensley is $252,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $50,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.38%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,260 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $54K a year to afford the median home price in Bensley. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Bensley is $53K.
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Home Trends in Bensley, VA
On average, homes in Bensley, Richmond sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Bensley, Richmond over the last 12 months is $250,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$250,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$269,975
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$139,634
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$213
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median List Price
$252,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%