Ernie Chamberlain
Responds Quickly
Hometown Realty
(804) 676-6939
490 Total Sales
2 in Washington Park
$227K - $330K Price Range
Washington Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond City County 23222
Neighborhood Reviews
Located several miles north of downtown Richmond, Washington Park is a quiet residential enclave offering convenience in an area experiencing major revitalization. “The houses I’ve sold in this neighborhood were completely renovated for an attractive price point,” says Helen Fields, Realtor at Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville Real Estate. “You have the ability to buy something new at a lower price point than nearby areas.”
Washington Park is laid out in a grid street plan lined with paved sidewalks for leisurely neighborhood strolls. You’ll find ranch homes with brick or vinyl siding, rectangular with large front windows, dominating the area. You’ll also see bungalows with sloped roofs and deep, inviting porches, alongside a few Cape Cods with symmetrical facades and gabled dormers. Most of these homes sit on modest lots with shallow, tidy front lawns and simple landscaping. Home prices range from $110,000 to $250,000. According to Fields, inventory is low in this neighborhood and in the greater Richmond region. “The houses I’ve sold there left the market quickly,” Fields says.
Kids in Washington Park can attend Ginter Park Elementary School, Thomas H. Henderson Middle School and John Marshall High School, which are all within walking distance and part of the Richmond Public Schools district. John Marshall High has a robust athletics department, offering students year-round opportunities to participate in over a dozen sports, such as tennis, football and basketball.
For a dose of nature, head down Laburnum Avenue to pastoral Bryan Park, a 262-acre green space with a pond, tennis courts and trails for walking, running and biking. On Saturdays, the park buzzes with the presence of Richmond’s largest year-round outdoor market, RVA Big Market, where you’ll find vendors from across the region selling local produce and handcrafted wares. Bring your pup to Northside Dog Park for playtime. This fenced-in park has an off-leash area for all canines and a separate enclosed area for smaller dogs.
Check out Northside Grille on Bellevue Avenue when hunger strikes for classic American fare. Order a cheeseburger and sweet potato fries, or opt for their popular spinach salad, topped with goat cheese, tomatoes, grilled onions, roasted red peppers and bacon. If you’re craving Italian, head next door to Enoteca Sogno, a rustic restaurant with cozy pasta dishes and an extensive wine list.
Pick up snacks and beverages in the neighborhood at Best Food Market. For larger grocery runs, a few minutes' drive down to Brookhill Azalea Shopping Center on Chamberlayne Avenue will bring you to Food Lion and Walmart. The center also contains clothing stores such as Rainbow and Citi Trends, as well as Dollar General and Dollar Tree.
Auto racing fans will be thrilled to be near the Richmond Raceway, just east of Washington Park. This three-quarter-mile asphalt racetrack hosts the NASCAR Cup Series, drawing cheering crowds from all over the region. When not in use as a racetrack, this large facility also hosts many other events, such as dog shows, arts and crafts fairs and concerts.
Residents of Washington Park enjoy easy access to Interstate 64, making it a quick journey to get to the greater Richmond area and beyond.
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Sarah Grace Vedomske
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ernie Chamberlain
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Ronnie Burnett
Ronnie Burnett
Responds QuicklyERA Woody Hogg & Assoc
(804) 441-8318
223 Total Sales
1 in Washington Park
$385,000 Price
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Max Williams
Max Williams
Responds QuicklyUnited Real Estate Richmond
(804) 596-6927
123 Total Sales
3 in Washington Park
$197K - $370K Price Range
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Bill Nelson
Bill Nelson
Long & Foster REALTORS
(804) 593-0541
66 Total Sales
1 in Washington Park
$149,950 Price
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Linwood Cousins
Linwood Cousins
Responds QuicklyUnited Real Estate Richmond
(804) 531-4755
38 Total Sales
1 in Washington Park
$165,000 Price
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Jennifer Skrzypek
Jennifer Skrzypek
Responds QuicklyHometown Realty
(814) 788-4768
126 Total Sales
2 in Washington Park
$173K - $297K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Spring Park Historic Site
- Trails
Battery Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Pool
- Tennis
Chandler Fields
- Baseball/Softball
Providence Park Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Pine Camp Cultural Arts and Community Center
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Pollard Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/21/2016
Niche Review
The visibility of the police is very high. I have a good sense of safety in my area during the day. Not that many crimes happen near me or on my street.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Washington Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Washington Park, Richmond sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Washington Park, Richmond over the last 12 months is $278,853, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$293,500
Median Single Family Price
$288,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$211
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Months of Supply
1.70
Median List Price
$299,925
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
297
Median Year Built
1961
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,238
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,235
Median Age
38
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$21,710
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$36,145
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.6%
College Graduates
8.5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.7%
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®
36
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Ginter Park
Historic enclave bordered with new development in northside Richmond
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Brookland Park
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Laburnum Park
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Northern Barton Heights
Rapidly modernizing Northside Richmond enclave surrounding Battery Park
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