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Safest Neighborhoods in Richmond, VA

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    Wilton

    Wilton, a historic neighborhood in Richmond, is situated on the north banks of the James River, just two miles from downtown. Known for its rich history, Wilton is home to the Wilton House, a Georgian-style manor that now serves as a museum. The neighborhood features spacious homes built between the 1920s and 1950s, offering a mix of architectural

    • Average Value

      $2.00M

    • List Price

      $561K - $8.2M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      3 Listings

    Wilton
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    Windsor Farms

    Windsor Farms embodies classic Virginia living, and residents strive to keep it that way. The neighborhood was developed to look like an English Village in the 1920s when Richmond saw a residential boom. It was a community for those wanting proximity to the city and its amenities without the accompanying hubbub. Today, strict guidelines govern

    • Average Value

      $1.81M

    • List Price

      $1.2M - $2.8M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      2 Listings

    Windsor Farms
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    Westhampton

    Local pubs and markets are minutes away from homes in the community of Westhampton. Originally a suburb along the Richmond streetcar line, Westhampton has developed a solid small business community that contributes to a proud and supportive community. “It has maintained its value through any economic downturn,” says Susan Fisher, a local Realtor

    • Average Value

      $1.08M

    • List Price

      $366K - $5.5M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      2 Listings

    Westhampton
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    Near West End

    There’s a Richmond neighborhood with a nationally-ranked liberal arts college, plenty of sidewalks and a handful of local restaurants. And it’s not downtown. As part of Near West End, Three Chopt is a neighborhood full of green lawns and early twentieth-century homes, but its shops, sidewalks and relatively low crime rate make it popular among

    • Average Value

      $914K

    • List Price

      $397K - $3.2M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      4 Listings

    Near West End
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    Westover Hills

    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

    • Average Value

      $625K

    • List Price

      $366K - $1.2M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      3 Listings

    Westover Hills
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    Stony Point

    Phrases like “hidden gem” and “tucked away” get thrown around a lot. But Stony Point, just 9 miles from Downtown Richmond, Virginia, is both of those things. “Stony Point is a little bit concealed,” says Alyssa Black, former Crossroads Records employee – a store in Stony Point Fashion Park. “Since most of it is enclosed by Chippenham Parkway, it’s

    • Average Value

      $622K

    • List Price

      $402K - $2.3M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      12 Listings

    Stony Point
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    Huguenot

    Huguenot is a scenic neighborhood on Richmond’s South Side. “You get a suburban feel but in the city,” says Realtor Jason Hester with Saunders & Co. Real Estate, who grew up nearby. Cherokee Road weaves past the James River, and a lush tree canopy shades the roadsides. Locals walk their dogs at riverfront parks or relax on back decks when it’s

    • Average Value

      $557K

    • List Price

      $269K - $947K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      5 Listings

    Huguenot
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    Southampton

    On the southern banks of the James River, Southampton is a forested community of single-family homes. “It’s a quiet neighborhood, but it still has a friendly feel,” says Malinda Phelps, a lifelong Richmond area resident and Realtor at Long & Foster Real Estate. “It offers a great balance of privacy, community and proximity to downtown.” Neighbors

    • Average Value

      $554K

    • List Price

      $398K - $1.1M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      3 Listings

    Southampton
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    Varina

    Though taking its name from an old plantation, the rustic community of Varina has seen a recent explosion of development. Part of Varina’s appeal is its proximity to downtown Richmond and comparative spaciousness. “Varina’s a bit more rural though it’s still close to the city,” says former resident Kammy Hall Nelson, a Realtor with Cr8tive Realty

    • Average Value

      $362K

    • List Price

      $254K - $583K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      35 Listings

    Varina
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    Maymont

    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

    • Average Value

      $362K

    • List Price

      $255K - $1.1M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      0 Listings

    Maymont