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Laburnum Park

Laburnum Park

Suburban Neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia

Richmond City County 23227

$697,185 Average Value
$277 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Richmond streetcar suburb has historic homes in quiet setting

Laburnum Park is one of Richmond's earliest suburbs, attracting residents in the early 20th century. Its gradual growth was fostered by the streetcar lines that bordered it on both sides. Spanning 15 city blocks just north of downtown, this historic neighborhood remains a major attraction for homebuyers looking for a peaceful environment with vintage homes on lots that are uniquely large for being so close to the city. The neighborhood is shrouded in green with expansive front lawns and grassy, tree-lined medians. "This is a very nice area," says Sean Carlton, Realtor at Long and Foster Real Estate. "If you have a house in Laburnum Park, you're good to go."

Tree covered median found in many of the neighborhood streets in Laburnum Park.
Tree covered median found in many of the neighborhood streets in Laburnum Park.
Sit outside your Laburnum Park home, and enjoy the shade provided by tree-lined streets
Sit outside your Laburnum Park home, and enjoy the shade provided by tree-lined streets
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Colonial and Tudor Revivals in Laburnum Park

Many of Laburnum Park's homes were built in the 1920s and early 1930s. Various architectural styles include Colonial Revivals with symmetrical window designs and columned entryways and Tudor Revivals with steeply-pitched roofs and intricate brickwork. Houses are set back on lots around half an acre with sprawling front yards large enough for a garden party. Long driveways lead to unattached garages, providing ample space for multiple vehicles. Prices range from $400,000 to $700,000, although stock is limited. “Houses rarely go up for sale in Laburnum Park, and when they do, they are snatched up quickly,” Carlton says.

Distinctive Tudor Revival style homes can be found throughout the Laburnum Park neighborhood.
Distinctive Tudor Revival style homes can be found throughout the Laburnum Park neighborhood.
Stately Colonial Revival homes dot the Laburnum Park neighborhood.
Stately Colonial Revival homes dot the Laburnum Park neighborhood.
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Stroll through the azaleas at Bryan Park

On a sunny afternoon, locals can head a mile and a half north to Bryan Park, a 262-acre city park home to many mature trees, ponds, soccer fields, an azalea garden and paved pathways for walking, running and biking. On Saturdays, the park buzzes with the presence of Richmond’s largest year-round outdoor market, RVA Big Market, which hosts vendors from across the region selling local produce and handcrafted items. In the spring, locals can also walk less than a mile south to The Diamond baseball stadium, home of the Richmond Flying Squirrels.

Bryan Park in Laburnum Park hosts the RVA Big Market each Saturday.
Bryan Park in Laburnum Park hosts the RVA Big Market each Saturday.
Laburnum Park residents can enjoy fishing in Bryan Park, right in the neighborhood.
Laburnum Park residents can enjoy fishing in Bryan Park, right in the neighborhood.
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Nearby shopping and dining, more at Scott's Addition

Laburnum Park is steps away from a tasty meal and essential supplies. Little House Green Grocery offers fresh produce, beer and wine, and other local goods such as candles. Locals can walk to breakfast at Brickhouse Diner on the Blvd, with three-egg omelets with all the fixings and thick stacks of buttered pancakes. About a mile and a half down the road, Scott’s Addition offers dozens of popular local restaurants, breweries and coffee shops. Afterglow Coffee Cooperative serves hand-crafted espresso drinks with coffee beans roasted in-house.

Laburnum Park has many shopping opportunities like the Little House Green Grocery.
Laburnum Park has many shopping opportunities like the Little House Green Grocery.
The Brickhouse Diner on the Blvd is a local favorite for Laburnum Park locals.
The Brickhouse Diner on the Blvd is a local favorite for Laburnum Park locals.
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Events through Ginter Park Residents Association

The Ginter Park Residents Association, which includes Laburnum Park, hosts annual events. Members can socialize and stroll through neighbors' gardens while enjoying appetizers and drinks at the Garden Soiree in May. Being near downtown, locals are also near Richmond's festivals for beer, wine, film, jazz, folk music and more.

The Richmond Folk Festival is an annual favorite of Laburnum Park locals.
The Richmond Folk Festival is an annual favorite of Laburnum Park locals.
The Richmond area hosts many events that task place near Laburnum Park.
The Richmond area hosts many events that task place near Laburnum Park.
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Public and private schools near Laburnum Park

Laburnum Park's younger students may attend Linwood Holton Elementary School, which earns a B from Niche, and Henderson Middle School, which earns a C-minus. Older students can attend John Marshall High School, which earns a C and offers sports throughout the year, such as cross country, cheerleading, volleyball, baseball and tennis. Parents may enroll their students at Veritas, a private Christian school in Laburnum Park.

Linwood Holton Elementary, found in Laburnum Park, has great, and easy access for local families
Linwood Holton Elementary, found in Laburnum Park, has great, and easy access for local families
Henderson Middle School is part of Richmond Public Schools and serves Laburnum Park.
Henderson Middle School is part of Richmond Public Schools and serves Laburnum Park.
John Marshall High School is popularly attended for Laburnum Park students.
John Marshall High School is popularly attended for Laburnum Park students.
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Bikes, buses and highways lead to downtown Richmond

Laburnum Park has walk and bike scores of 56 out of 100, with dedicated bike lanes bordering the neighborhood on Brook Road and Hermitage Road. For public transportation, locals can take the number 14 bus to get downtown. They can drive the five miles to get downtown via Brook Road or Interstate 95 for a faster route.

I-64 provides easy access, in and out of Laburnum Park.
I-64 provides easy access, in and out of Laburnum Park.
Public transportation can be accessed right in the Laburnum Park neighborhood off of Brook Rd.
Public transportation can be accessed right in the Laburnum Park neighborhood off of Brook Rd.
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Schools

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Transit

Airport

Richmond International

21 min drive

Bus

W Laburnum Ave & Hermitage Rd

Bus

W Laburnum Ave & Chatham Rd

Bus

Hermitage & Maple Shade Ln

Bus

Hermitage & Oakdale

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Laburnum Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$600,000
Median Single Family Price
$650,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$505,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Months of Supply
1.70
Median List Price
$599,975
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
283
Median Year Built
1925
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,511
Above the national average
1,935
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,817
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,295

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
844
Median Age
59
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
41%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$134,642
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$152,584

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
71.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

38 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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