A friendly guide to neighborhoods, schools, parks, local events, and what life is really like here.
The Fan District
The Fan District
The Fan District
A historic neighborhood known for tree-lined streets, classic row houses, walkability, and proximity to restaurants, museums, and VCU.
Museum District
The Fan District
The Fan District
Located near the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, offering charming homes, local dining, and a quieter residential feel close to city attractions.
Carytown
The Fan District
Church Hill
A lively, walkable area filled with boutiques, restaurants, theaters, and mixed-use residential options with strong character.
Church Hill
Short Pump (West End)
Church Hill
One of Richmond’s oldest neighborhoods featuring cobblestone streets, historic homes, scenic overlooks, and a growing dining scene.
Scott’s Addition
Short Pump (West End)
Short Pump (West End)
A rapidly redeveloping area known for breweries, loft apartments, new construction, and a strong social atmosphere.
Short Pump (West End)
Short Pump (West End)
Short Pump (West End)
A suburban-style area offering shopping centers, newer developments, strong schools, and convenient access to I-64.
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Fox Elementary School
Albert Hill Middle School
Albert Hill Middle School
Albert Hill Middle School
Albert Hill Middle School
Albert Hill Middle School
Thomas Jefferson High School
Thomas Jefferson High School
Thomas Jefferson High School
Open High School
Thomas Jefferson High School
Thomas Jefferson High School
Highway Access
Commute Within the City
Commute Within the City
Richmond is served by I-95, I-64, and Route 195, providing direct access throughout the city and to surrounding counties.
Commute Within the City
Commute Within the City
Commute Within the City
Many neighborhoods offer short commute times, with downtown, VCU, and major employers easily accessible.
Public Transit & Alternatives
Public Transit & Alternatives
Public Transit & Alternatives
GRTC provides bus and Bus Rapid Transit (Pulse) service throughout the city and nearby suburbs. Bike lanes and pedestrian routes are expanding.
Air & Rail Access
Public Transit & Alternatives
Public Transit & Alternatives
Richmond International Airport (RIC) is approximately 15–20 minutes from downtown. Amtrak provides rail service to Washington, D.C., and beyond.
Outdoor & Recreation
Outdoor & Recreation
Outdoor & Recreation
James River Park System offers hiking, kayaking, biking trails, and scenic overlooks throughout the city.
Arts & Culture
Outdoor & Recreation
Outdoor & Recreation
Richmond features museums, galleries, live music venues, and historic theaters, including the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
Historic Sites
Outdoor & Recreation
Events & Community Activities
• St. John’s Church
• Shockoe Slip & Shockoe Bottom
• Virginia State Capitol
• Hollywood Cemetery
Events & Community Activities
Events & Community Activities
Events & Community Activities
Richmond hosts festivals, farmers markets, concerts, and cultural events year-round across neighborhoods.
Dining & Local Favorites
Events & Community Activities
Dining & Local Favorites
• Diverse local restaurants
• Breweries & coffee shops
• Carytown dining corridor
• Food halls and casual hangouts
New Construction Communities in Chesterfield & Immediate Are
Manchester
Scott’s Addition Developments
Scott’s Addition Developments
A fast-growing area with modern townhomes, condos, and riverfront development close to downtown.
Scott’s Addition Developments
Scott’s Addition Developments
Scott’s Addition Developments
Mixed-use projects offering residential units near breweries, restaurants, and entertainment.
Downtown & Shockoe Projects
Scott’s Addition Developments
Condo & Townhome New Construction (Nearby)
Loft conversions and new condo developments in historic buildings.
Condo & Townhome New Construction (Nearby)
Condo & Townhome New Construction (Nearby)
Condo & Townhome New Construction (Nearby)
Limited large-scale projects within city limits, but nearby Henrico and Chesterfield offer expanded options.
Build-Your-Own / Custom Options
Condo & Townhome New Construction (Nearby)
Build-Your-Own / Custom Options
Custom homes are more limited within the city but available in select surrounding areas with proper zoning.