Named for the well-known park that sprawls across it, Maymont is an urban nature lover’s dream. Beyond its fantastic park space, it’s within walking distance of the James River and just a short drive to major city amenities, putting it among the city’s most charming neighborhoods. “Everyone I’ve ever sold to in Maymont has really, really loved it,” says Jenn Hart, Realtor with Coach House Realty LLC. “There’s a great sense of community, it’s very close-knit.”
Maymont is a small residential neighborhood also occupied by a large park by the same name.
Maymont Park takes up about half of the Maymont neighborhood.
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Exploring Maymont Park, hiking and swimming at Texas Beach
When Richmonders hear “Maymont,” they think of the park before the neighborhood — it’s just that hard to beat the historic 100-acre green space, which attracts people from across the Richmond area. Locals spend afternoons strolling through the Italian and Japanese gardens, tour the Victorian mansion or come by in the morning to catch sight of local wildlife in its exhibits, including black bears, foxes, bison and bald eagles. The Robins Nature Center houses aquatic wildlife, from fish and alligators to river otters, and locals head to Maymont’s farm to feed domesticated animals like goats and horses. Couples often get engagement or wedding photos taken at the park, and the gardens have hosted many weddings. “If you enjoy being outside and you’re looking for a great city park, Maymont and the lakes there are just hard to beat,” says Jenny Maraghy, the team leader and broker of The Jenny Maraghy Team at Compass with over 30 years of experience selling homes in Richmond. The lakes are in William Byrd Park, another well-known spot right at the edge of Maymont.
Along the river, Texas Beach is beloved by locals for its calm water and shallow rapids, making it a popular swimming spot. Pockets of isolated sandy beaches and large, flat granite boulders offer great places for sunbathing and relaxing by the water. The North Bank Trailhead connects to the beach and offers miles of lush trails belonging to the extensive James River Park system. Created by locals to benefit the community, the Treasure Island Community Skate Park is another thriving local hub that volunteers continue to improve.
The James River runs to the south of Maymont, a popular place for swimming and other recreation.
Maymont residents are close to many of Richmond's nicest amenities.
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Three-bedroom homes starting at $280,000
The grid-style streets of Maymont are lined with sidewalks and mature trees, making for a leafy, sun-dappled walk or run. Many of its Cape Cods and ranch-style homes were built around the 1940s and 1950s. Most lack driveways, relying instead on street parking — though some residents can use the alley system that runs behind the homes to squeeze into a spot behind their home. “Five years ago, you could buy one of the small bungalows that were built soon after World War II for less than $200,000,” Maraghy says. “Today, those houses are definitely more expensive.” Despite this, homes here are less than in other Richmond neighborhoods. A three-bedroom, one-bath home starts at around $280,000 and a larger, fully updated three- or four-bedroom home with two or more bathrooms can sell for as much as $580,000. “Inventory is down 23% across the board in the Richmond metro, which is as low as it’s been in quite some time,” Hart says. “The market is pressured and demand is high, so houses sell quickly.” According to Maraghy, homes here sold in an average of just four days in 2023.
Rows of ramblers along New York Ave in Maymont.
Larger homes with 2-story porches can be found on certain streets in Maymont.
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College academy at Thomas Jefferson High
Local children can attend Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary School, Albert Hill Middle School and Thomas Jefferson High School. All three schools receive a B from Niche, and Thomas Jefferson High, which is affectionately called “Tee Jay” by locals, offers students the opportunity to enroll in the two-year Early College Academy program, where they take some classes at Reynolds Community College and receive college credit while still in high school.
Lois Harrison Elementary serves Maymont's youngest learners.
Thomas Jefferson High School is where Maymont parents can send their oldest children.
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Shopping and dining along West Main Street and Carytown
Maymont is highly residential, but there are plenty of restaurants a mile away on West Main Street. Sticky Rice is especially popular among college students for its fun atmosphere, signature crispy tater tots and weekly karaoke nights. For dessert, many pop over to Shyndigz for its rotating menu of elaborate cakes and pies made from scratch and served in huge slices. Carytown, a mecca of quaint local shops and restaurants, is also just 2 miles away. Many locals head there to stock up on groceries at Kroger or Ellwood Thompson’s, a locally owned natural food market.
Sticky Rice in Carytown near Maymont is a local favorite, specializing in sushi.
Barrio is a taqueria on West Cary St not far from Maymont.
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Maymont residents rely on the Downtown Express highway to get to and from Richmond.
Nearby downtown Richmond, I-195, and U.S. Route 1
Maymont consists of smaller residential streets, but there are bus stops scattered throughout, and it only takes a few minutes to drive to Interstate 195 or U.S. Route 1. The heart of downtown Richmond, along with Virginia Commonwealth University and its nearby hospital, are all within 3 miles from home.
Popular events at Maymont Park, Dogwood Dell
“One of the things people who live in Maymont love the most is the Fourth of July fireworks at Dogwood Dell every year, which they can watch from their backyard,” Hart says. Dogwood Dell also hosts the Festival of the Arts, which features concerts, plays, musicals and dance performances throughout the summer. In the fall, locals flock to Maymont Park when it gets dark for Garden Glow, which features colorful lights and bright art. “The lines for the glow event are insane, and the whole neighborhood is so busy at that time,” says Dany Srour, the operations manager for The Maraghy Team. “And it has carnival food, drinks, things like that. They do a nice job with it.” The park hosts other events throughout the year, including Herbs Galore, a plant sale featuring over 90 local vendors. These popular events can cause overflow parking to spill out of the park’s lots and into the neighborhood’s streets, sometimes making it difficult for residents to find parking close to home.
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Parks in this Area
Dogwood Dell
Dog Park
Parking Lot
Amphitheater
Reedy Creek
Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails
William Byrd Park
Bike Trails
Lake
Picnic Area
Swan Lake
Lake
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Carillon Playground
Buttermilk Trail
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Maymont
Treasure Island Community Skatepark
Texas Beach
Transit
Airport
Richmond International
23 min drive
Bus
Carter & Dakota
Bus
Meadow & Nevada
Bus
Pennsylvania & Greenville
Bus
Meadow & Pennsylvania
Bus
Pennsylvania & Georgia
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Maymont
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Maymont, Richmond sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Maymont, Richmond over the last 12 months is $443,435, up 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
980
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,204
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,949
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.7%
College Graduates
49.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.7%
% Population in Labor Force
72.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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