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Sleepy Hollow

Sleepy Hollow

Suburban Neighborhood in Tuckahoe, Virginia

Henrico County 23229

$861,493 Average Value
$271 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

12 miles from Downtown Richmond

Sleepy Hollow, about 12 miles from Downtown Richmond, Virginia, offers suburban privacy a short drive from the city. No two homes look the same here, and mature trees drop leaves onto mowed green lawns. This is the kind of place where kids toss a ball around in the front yard, and families go on walks together after school. The neighborhood is great for those who want to be near the city’s attractions without sacrificing a desirable school district or lot size. “It’s centrally located,” says Brinkley Taliaferro, Realtor with Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville and Richmond native. “It’s not far from the city, restaurants and things to do, but it still has that suburban feel.”

Many homebuyers in Sleepy Hollow are attracted to the condos' spacious rooms.
Many homebuyers in Sleepy Hollow are attracted to the condos' spacious rooms.
Sleepy Hollow's wide and quiet streets are ideal for local walks.
Sleepy Hollow's wide and quiet streets are ideal for local walks.
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Quiet homes near Richmond

Sleepy Hollow’s residential streets look like something from a movie – with Colonial Revival, split-level and ranch-style homes on neat lots. The grass is green here, and bushes and flower beds are well-maintained. Mature trees dot two-lane roads without sidewalks. There’s not much new construction – homes are older and updated with modern interiors. Homebuyers can find a ranch-style, Colonial Revival or split-level home in the $500,000 to $900,000 range, depending on the size, condition and age. In the low millions, potential buyers can expect sprawling five- or six-bedroom New Traditional or Colonial Revival properties that might back up to a small body of water. There are also condo options, and these units usually run around $300,000. “Homebuyers like that the neighborhood affords them privacy and space to spread out,” Taliaferro says.

Colonial Revival homes can be found throughout Sleepy Hollow.
Colonial Revival homes can be found throughout Sleepy Hollow.
Mid-century Split-Level homes are a popular option in Sleepy Hollow.
Mid-century Split-Level homes are a popular option in Sleepy Hollow.
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Public and private schools

Students are zoned for Henrico County Public Schools. They can attend Maybeury Elementary, which gets a B-minus from Niche, before Tuckahoe Middle School, receiving a B-plus. They can finish their public education at Douglas S. Freeman High School, which earns an A-minus from Niche and has the Center for Leadership, Government and Global Economics. Also in the neighborhood is Collegiate School, a highly-rated private school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grade.

Tuckahoe middle school features an updated building close to several neighborhoods.
Tuckahoe middle school features an updated building close to several neighborhoods.
Sleepy Hollow parents seeking private education may consider Collegiate School in Richmond.
Sleepy Hollow parents seeking private education may consider Collegiate School in Richmond.
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The University of Richmond and Country Club of Virginia

The University of Richmond is just a short drive down River Road. Built in the Collegiate Gothic style, Richmond was voted the country's Most Beautiful Campus in the Princeton Review’s 2024 edition. Locals love walking their dogs through winding wooded trails, running across the bridge over Westhampton Lake, exploring the university’s brick buildings and manicured courtyards or catching a Spiders sports games. River Road also leads to the exclusive Country Club of Virginia, where many locals spend their summers soaking in the sun at the pool, playing tennis matches or hitting the links at the three 18-hole golf courses.

The University of Richmond is just a short drive down River Road in Sleepy Hollow.
The University of Richmond is just a short drive down River Road in Sleepy Hollow.
Sleepy Hollow residents catch up over a match of tennis.
Sleepy Hollow residents catch up over a match of tennis.
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Surrounded by retail and dining options

This is a residential neighborhood. However, locals are close to various commercial clusters. “It’s easy to get to Short Pump and Regency,” Taliaferro says. “And you’re not far from the Libbie and Grove shopping area, which people like.” Short Pump Towne Center, the largest outdoor mall in the Richmond area, is about a 20-minute drive from Sleepy Hollow. Closer to home, Regency Shopping Mall and the adjacent Parham Plaza Shopping Center ensure locals can quickly grab everyday essentials. Here, there’s a Walmart Supercenter, Kroger and the Fresh Market, giving locals options when grocery shopping. The quaint restaurants on Libbie and Grove avenues are about 5 miles from the neighborhood, while locals can reach the rows of window shops in Carytown in about 7 miles.

Several high-end shops can be found in Sleepy Hollow.
Several high-end shops can be found in Sleepy Hollow.
Locals of Sleepy Hollow flock to the shops and restaurants along Libbie and Grove streets.
Locals of Sleepy Hollow flock to the shops and restaurants along Libbie and Grove streets.
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Getting around Sleepy Hollow

It’s about a 5-mile drive to reach U.S. interstates 64 and 288. Still, Sleepy Hollow residents are surrounded by thoroughfares that lead throughout Henrico County and the city of Richmond – River Road, Patterson Avenue, Parham Road and Gaskins Road. They’re either lined with shops and restaurants or lead towards shopping centers with commercial amenities. In case of emergency, Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital is about 6 miles northeast. And when it’s time to fly, the Richmond International Airport is about 24 miles east.

The James River runs right through Sleepy Hollow.
The James River runs right through Sleepy Hollow.
Sleepy Hollow, about 12 miles from Downtown Richmond, Virginia, is quiet and lush.
Sleepy Hollow, about 12 miles from Downtown Richmond, Virginia, is quiet and lush.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Richmond International

36 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Sleepy Hollow US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$688,000
Median Single Family Price
$865,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$275,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$271
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Months of Supply
1.60
Median List Price
$653,750
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,025
Median Year Built
1964
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,220
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,095
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
596
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
26,136

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
2,614
Median Age
49
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$193,971
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$204,230

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.4%
College Graduates
76.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

4 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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