Why Live in Woodhaven
Woodhaven, a residential neighborhood located five miles southwest of Richmond, offers a relaxed lifestyle with convenient access to city amenities. Hull Street Road runs along the southeast edge, providing a direct route into Richmond, while Southside Plaza, less than a mile away, offers local shopping options. The Greater Richmond Transit Company’s Route 1B serves the area, connecting residents to downtown Richmond. Major roads like Midlothian Turnpike and Chippenham Parkway are easily accessible, with Interstate 95 just 13 miles away and Richmond International Airport 16 miles away. For groceries, Food Lion on Hull Street Road is nearby, and dining options include Queen’s Jamaican restaurant and Cheung Wah Chinese Restaurant at Southside Plaza. Chesterfield Town Center, with its 120 shops and restaurants, is seven miles away. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy Belle Isle’s walking trails and river activities, just three miles northeast, or the nearby Broadrock Sports Complex and Best Life Ever Skatepark. Woodhaven’s streets feature brick ranch-style homes and occasional Cape Cods, with properties typically on quarter-acre lots. The area is known for its affordability, with high demand and low inventory. As part of the Richmond Public School district, local schools include Miles J. Jones Elementary, Lucille M. Brown Middle, and Huguenot High School. Richmond’s proximity allows residents to partake in city events like the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k and the Richmond Folk Festival. The Richmond 300 master plan targets Southside Plaza for development, aiming to enhance diversity, innovation, and sustainability in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Woodhaven a good place to live?
Woodhaven is a good place to live. Woodhaven is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Woodhaven is a suburban neighborhood. Woodhaven has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.6 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $59,174 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 12.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Woodhaven are renters, with 53.1% of residents renting and 46.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Woodhaven can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Woodhaven neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Woodhaven?
The median home price in Woodhaven is $232,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $46,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,180 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Woodhaven. The average household income in Woodhaven is $59K.
What are the best public schools in Woodhaven?
The best public schools that serve Woodhaven are:
- Open High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Lucille M. Brown Middle has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- Huguenot High School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
What are the best private schools in Woodhaven?
The best private schools that serve Woodhaven are:
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Are home prices dropping in Woodhaven?
Yes, home prices in Woodhaven are down 10% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Woodhaven, VA
On average, homes in Woodhaven, Richmond sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Woodhaven, Richmond over the last 12 months is $230,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$230,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$230,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$198
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$232,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%