Family-friendly Chesterfield County suburb continuing to grow
Once home to the first commercial coal mines in the United States, Midlothian is today a sprawling Chesterfield County suburb south of the James River. Located about 17 miles west of downtown Richmond, Midlothian has experienced significant growth and development in recent decades. “You have convenience, affordability, good schools and not that much traffic. And you can get twice the house of what you’d get in Northern Virginia,” says Brent Samuel, a real estate agent at Capital Real Estate Services and Midlothian resident. Midlothian is particularly attractive for families looking for suburban conveniences and a well-rated school district within a quick drive of Richmond. “Chesterfield County is a good county for raising kids, and Midlothian is the cream of the crop,” Samuel says.
Family and friends enjoy their short hike at Midlothian-Midlothian Mines Park.
Midlothian has a variety of townhouses for families to choose from.
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From established subdivisions to new builds
The average home price in Midlothian just trails the national average, though prices have been steadily climbing over the past few years. As of January 2025, the median price of a single-family home in Midlothian was $490,000. Properties can range anywhere from $200,000 to over $1 million. Homebuyers can find condo units and modest ranches on the lower end of the price range, while spacious contemporary homes and Colonial Revivals on large lots represent the upper end. “They’ve added so many more townhouses and condos,” Samuel says. “They’re really focusing on adding density.” Among the area’s neighborhood options are Salisbury, an established, high-end country club community with homes on spacious lots, and Westchester, a quickly growing part of town anchored by Westchester Commons.
Towns at Swift Creek offer Townhomes just a 2 minute drive from Swift Creek Middle School.
There are several homes with long driveways and beautiful lots.
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Chesterfield County Public Schools are expanding
Most students in Midlothian attend Chesterfield County Public Schools, though some properties on the western edge are zoned for the Powhatan County Public Schools district. Chesterfield County Public Schools earns an overall B-plus grade from Niche and serves approximately 64,000 students across 73 schools, while the Powhatan County Public School district, which earns an A-minus, serves more than 4,000 students across five schools. As Chesterfield County Schools add more students, the district has worked to expand its facilities: the new Deep Creek Middle School is set to open in the fall of 2025, among other projects.
For further education, Midlothian is home to Brightpoint Community College. University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University are four-year schools a short drive away in Richmond.
Robious Middle School is located right next the elementary school.
Clover Hill High school is especially beautiful in the Fall.
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Commuting around the Richmond region and beyond
Although Midlothian has developed some walkable enclaves within the town, the area is still largely car-dependent. State Route 288 takes drivers north to major shopping areas like Short Pump and regional employers like Capital One’s West Creek Campus. Commuters can also follow the Midlothian Turnpike or Powhite Parkway to downtown Richmond, which has more employers including Dominion Energy and CoStar. “People commute all over the place,” Samuel says. “There are a lot of Capital One folks in my neighborhood.”
The Greater Richmond Transit System has limited bus service in the area, with just a few stops along a short stretch of Midlothian Turnpike. However, The Greater Richmond Transit Vision Plan outlines goals to expand Midlothian’s bus routes through the year 2040.
Johnston-Willis Hospital serves locals off Midlothian Turnpike, and Richmond International Airport is about 25 miles east. Main Street Station and Staples Mill Station, both about 16 miles from Midlothian in Richmond, have Amtrak routes along the East Coast.
Powhite Parkway is a key commute route for Midlothian residents.
Midlothian residents can take advantage of GRTC bus lines for their commutes.
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Shopping and dining along Midlothian Turnpike
Midlothian Turnpike is the area's biggest commercial thoroughfare, home to Chesterfield Towne Center mall and Westchester Commons. Westchester Commons is particularly popular, with a Target, Regal movie theater, and dozens of dining and shopping establishments. “I went to the pho place there, and every parking spot was taken. The place was jumping, and they’ve got a lot more coming,” Samuel says. Midlothian Turnpike also has grocery options including Kroger, Publix and Wegmans. “We have probably five grocery stores within two miles of our house,” Samuel says.
There are more entertainment and nightlife options in nearby Richmond, including historic performing arts venues like the Altria Theater and Dominion Energy Center. “You don’t have to leave Midlothian for anything unless you want to do something after 10 p.m.,” Samuel says.
Wegman's is a Midlothian staple to resupply the family pantry.
Midlothian residents can visit Chesterfield Towncenter to get their shopping needs done.
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Recreation on the James River and tournaments at River City Sportsplex
Chesterfield County has 67 parks, several of which are in Midlothian. Robious Landing Park is a popular spot on the southern banks of the James River. Here, visitors can hike the trails or enjoy waterfront activities like kayaking, canoeing and fishing. Mid-lothian Mines Park has walking trails around a pond and through the woods along ruins of the area’s original commercial coal mines. Chesterfield County's comprehensive plan also outlines a proposal to build a new visitor center and museum at the park.
A major surf park is currently under construction in the area, which will be the first of its kind on the east coast and the largest in the world. The complex is being built next to the River City Sportsplex, an expansive outdoor facility that hosts soccer, lacrosse, field hockey and more athletic tournaments on its 16 fields. “It’s huge with tourism for youth sports events,” Samuel says. Midlothian’s YMCA has indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, and youth and adult sports leagues.
The YMCA is just one of many kid-friendly venues in Midlothian. “Anything you can think of for children, they have it. We do all kinds of kids’ birthday parties,” Samuel says. “They have a trampoline park, an indoor go-cart track, and there are lots of events and festivals.” One popular annual event is the Tacky Light Run in December. Participants dressed in flashy holiday garb follow the 6-kilometer route through subdivisions decked out with lights. The event also has a 1-mile kids’ run.
Children at Midlothian-Robious Landing Park enjoying jumping into the water and watersports.
Midlothian residents visit the River City Sportsplex to practice their soccer skills.
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Property crime rates below the national average
According to the FBI’s national crime database, the Chesterfield County Police Department, which serves Midlothian, consistently reported lower property crime rates compared to the national average between 2019 and 2024. However, the reported violent crime rate in the county was usually higher than the national average between 2019 and 2024.
Midlothian experiences four seasons
Midlothian is in Central Virginia, which experiences hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters. Heavy rain and hurricanes are the most common extreme weather events. Snow events happen once or twice a year, if at all.
Midllothian residents are taking advantage of the summer sun on the James River
Midlothian residents can visit Johnston-Willis Hospital for their health care needs.
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