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Historic neighborhood with lush parks and vibrant restaurant scene
One of Richmond, Virginia’s most beloved historic neighborhoods, Westover Hills sits on the south banks of the James River. “People love Westover Hills for its striking topography and accessibility to the Buttermilk Trail and the river,” says Joe Cafarella, a local Realtor at River Fox Realty, local business owner and lifelong Richmonder. “It’s a great neighborhood, and you’re only five minutes from downtown.” Local development began after the construction of the Boulevard Bridge, nicknamed the Nickel Bridge for its original toll price. It was built in 1925 to connect Byrd Park to Westover Hills to make the Westover Hills area more accessible for development. Over eight decades later, this neighborhood is now brimming with life.
Stunning View of Forest Hill Park, James River & Richmond CBD in Westover Hills.
The Entrance to the Historic Westover Hills.
Westover Hills local water tower looks over all of Westover Hills.
Catch The Train Crossing the James River Over The ACL/RF&P Railroad Bridge.
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Remarkable architectural diversity with mature landscaping and sloping hills
Residents run and bike along sloping hillsides with lush forests and mature landscaping. Narrow streets, frequently one-way, crisscross through a dense layout of homes. This layout limits noisy thru-traffic and provides residents a sense of quiet and seclusion. Most of the houses in Westover Hills were built between 1925 and 1965, and the neighborhood features a remarkably diverse range of architecture. An array of Colonial and Tudor revivals, Craftsman and brick-and-slate Georgian houses are all located within a few blocks. Half of all residents own their homes, typically featuring three to four bedrooms and averaging around 2,000 square feet. “Inventory in Westover Hills is extremely limited,” says local Realtor Joe Cafarella. Homes usually sell within 19 days of being put on the market, and prices reflect this high demand and low supply, ranging from $350,000 up to $825,000. Close to the water on winding Riverside Drive, houses and lakeside estates can cost millions of dollars.
Spring Has Sprung on King William Road.
Westover Homes Sit Above The Street on Riverside Drive.
Flowers Liter The Cozy Streets of Westover Hills.
Westover Hills homes sit cozy on the tree lined street.
Colonial Homes Pedestal Westover Hills.
Cozy Tudor style homes are mixed in these beautiful Westover Hill's neighborhoods.
Stone Cottages Sprinkle the Tight Streets in Westover Hills.
Large properties with mature trees are found in the Westover Hills West neighborhood in VA.
Tudor style homes in Westover Hills West add a more historic charm to the area.
Modern storefronts reside above apartment complexes near the Westover Hills West region.
Small brick homes in Westover Hills West in Richmond, VA are staples to the residential areas.
From a bird's eye view, large lots in Westover Hills West are a plus for families with kids.
Westover Hills has a large selection of beautiful homes on treelined streets.
These classic stone houses in Westover Hills are great example of traditional architecture.
Colorful doorway in Westover Hills neighborhood.
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School days in Westover Hills
Public school students are served by the Richmond Public School districts, starting at primary schools like Westover Hills Elementary School. This school has a C-minus Niche rating and teaches from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Second and third graders at Westover Hills Elementary can participate in nonprofit organization SPARC’s acclaimed Stages program. This performing arts initiative provides mentorship and training in singing, dancing and acting. Students move on to intermediate and secondary institutions like Lucille Brown Middle School and Huguenot High School, both of which have a C-minus Niche score or above.
Westover Hills Elementary School Is Just a Short Walk Away from Your Home.
Stop By Brick Woven Good Shepherd Episcopal School on Your Daily Commute.
Huguenot high school is conveniently located near Westover Hills.
Huguenot high serves Westover Hills with this beautiful new campus.
A view of Westover Hills elementary school.
This is a view of Westover Hills looking towards downtown.
Good Shepherd Episcopal School is an excellent resource for Westover Hills students.
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Explore the Buttermilk Trail along the James River
Locals can walk right out to their backyard and hop on the Buttermilk Trail, a four-and-a-half-mile out-and-back hiking and biking trail that runs parallel to the river and is rated as moderately challenging by AllTrails. Trail-goers can observe local wildlife like deer, turtles and great herons. Plenty of off-shooting footpaths on the trail wind down the hillside to the river, where locals can fish or relax on the shoreline. Less than a mile east of the trail is Forest Hill Park, a 105-acre stretch of pastoral green space and walking paths, complete with tennis courts and picnic tables.
Along the James River you can escape to the great outdoors on The Buttermilk Trail.
The Forest Hill Park Located In Westover Hills Neighborhood
Have A Picnic in Forest Hill Park's Brick Homes.
David Dunlop's Original Home Can Be Found in Historic Forest Hill Park.
Enjoy the trails of Buttermilk located right next to the James river.
Enjoy the trails of Buttermilk located right next to the James river.
The Forest Hill Park Located In Westover Hills Neighborhood
Stunning View of Forest Hill Park, James River & Downtown Richmond in Westover Hills.
Many residents enjoys the trails at The Wetlands Park, a short walk from Westover Hills West.
Safe, bikeable streets are a neighborhood amenity for residents of Westover Hills West.
Stunning View of Forest Hill Park, James River & Richmond CBD in Westover Hills.
The Buttermilk trail is a beautiful spot for locals to enjoy the outdoors in Westover Hills.
Forest Hills Park provides shelters for groups in a picturesque park settings.
Buttermilk Trail near the James River is a favorite location for locals to explore.
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Local shops and restaurants have grown in recent years
In recent years, the local restaurant scene in Westover Hills has seen significant growth. The Veil Brewing Co. opened in 2020 in a spacious two-floor industrial-inspired building with outdoor seating along Forest Hill Avenue, serving a wide variety of IPAs and ciders. Sharing space with The Veil is Y Tu Mamá, a popular local Mexican restaurant known best for their quesabirria tacos — tender beef, cheese and herb tacos with a side consomme dipping sauce.
Stella’s Grocery is a neighborhood market inspired by Richmond’s award-winning Greek restaurant of the same name. Patrons can browse the Greek-inspired menu and a curated range of snacks, beer, wine and baked goods. Another few steps down the street is Blanchard’s Coffee, a locally-owned coffee roaster serving a minimalist menu of coffee blends roasted in a sleek modern café space. Customers can enjoy soft serve ice cream just down from Blanchard’s at Charm School Study Hall, serving up a number of flavors like Mexican Hot Chocolate and toasted marshmallow fluff from a walk-up window.
Residents can easily walk from their homes to the Westover Hills Market, a local market on the corner of Jahnke Road and Forest Hill Avenue that offers fresh produce, meats, dairy items and other essentials. Big box stores and retailers like Target, Publix, and Food Lion are right down the road.
The Interior Of The Veil Brewing Company Located In Westover Hills Neighborhood
The Stella's Grocery Shop Located In Westover Hills Neighborhood.
Charm School soft served ice cream offers after school delights, adjacent to the school.
Blanchard's coffee shop is one of Westover Hill's staples for coffee.
Get A Bite to Eat After Picking Up Groceries at Stella's Grocery.
Stop by Westover Hills Market for any quick snack or drink needs.
The Interior Of Westover Hills Market Located In Westover Hills Neighborhood
The Veil Brewing Company Featuring Family Friendly Environment Located In Westover Hills.
Stop by the local Target for all your home, daily and electronic needs.
Publix is located in a busy shopping center for all your grocery store needs.
Enjoy a night out at the Riverside Tavern, a quick drive from the Westover Hills neighborhood.
Shop at one of the many storefronts on Forest Hill Road near Westover Hills West.
Grab a quick bite at Maldini's Ristorante, a short drive from the Westover Hills West region.
Eat a sweet dessert inside Stella's Grocery off Forest Hill Rd. near Westover Hills West in VA.
Fresh cakes are made from scratch at Stella's Grocery near Westover Hills West.
Pick up fresh bags of whole bean coffee from Blanchard's Coffee Co. near Westover Hills West.
The Outpost Bike Shop off Forest Hill Rd is where many Westover Hills West residents frequent.
For emergencies, Firestation 20 serves the locals of the Westover Hills West neighborhood.
Westover Hills residents have easy access to Publix
Westover Hills Market is a small conveniently located source for often needed items.
Westover Hills Market has a nice selection of wines from around the world.
The Target located near Westover Hills is a go to destination for residents of the community.
Locals enjoying food at Stella's Market in Westover Hills.
Stella's Market is a favorite local destination for locals.
Stella's Market offers fresh food to eat in or take home.
The Veil Brewery offers a wide selection of beers and excellent food options.
O'Toole's in Westover Hills offer has a great selection of quality food.
O'Toole's is a favorite local restaurant and pub in Westover Hills.
O'Toole's in Westover Hills pub and restaurant.
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Music and Arts in the Park around Westover Hills
Forest Hill Park plays host to a number of events and markets. “Music in the Park” is a free concert series running from spring through fall. Shoppers browse the stands at South of the James, an open-air market where artisans and farmers sell handmade crafts and locally grown produce year-round on Sundays. Hundreds of visitors drive over the Nickel Bridge every May for Arts in the Park, an outdoor craft fair under Carillon Tower featuring artists and artworks from all over the state. First Fridays at Brown’s Island is also a short drive from Westover Hills, where local food trucks and craft vendors line the island's walkways and musicians perform live on stage. Local athletes can participate in annual 10K runs and marathons like the Monument Avenue 10K and the Richmond Marathon.
Easy commutes to downtown Richmond and nearby neighborhoods
Westover Hills Boulevard and Forest Hill Avenue are the two main thoroughfares running through the community, putting most of Richmond’s attractions and districts within five miles of the neighborhood. The Powhite Parkway is less than two miles to the west, providing workers with easy commutes back home to Westover Hills.
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Parks in this Area
Forest Hill Park
Bike Trails
Fishing
Picnic Area
Carillon Playground
Buttermilk Trail
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Phideaux Dog Park
Dog Park
Parking Lot
Westover Hills UMC Tot Lot
Picnic Area
Playground
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Richmond International
26 min drive
Bus
Jahnke & Clarence
Bus
Forest Hill & Fairlee
Bus
Forest Hill & Prince Arthur
Bus
Forest Hill & Dorchester
Bus
Forest Hill & Jahnke
Bus
Forest Hill & Dialysis Center
Reviews
Niche Reviews
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I live in a very safe neighborhood
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6/25/2014Niche Review
My neighborhood is very close to a lot of attractions. There may be actual neighborhood events going on or other events close by that are easily accessible. Where I live is not a big tourist area but I can easily get to downtown where tourists would be.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Westover Hills
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westover Hills, Richmond sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Westover Hills, Richmond over the last 12 months is $600,043, up 1% 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
1,753
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,832
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,980
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
69.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.9%
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®
48/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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