Great Neighborhoods in Richmond

Richmond has a rich history that begins in the Civil War, when it was made the capital of the company after a brief occupation by the English. Richmond is a government city, specializing in both law and finance, but it is also a wonderful place to call home. There are a number of historic sites to see, and Richmond was named the third best city for business in 2007. Here are some of the neighborhoods that you might want to think about settling in.

The Fan

That fan is modeled in “old urbanism” style, and it’s an artsy district full of students. The streets have a kind of fan shape, which is where the neighborhood gets its name from, and it features a series of Victorian homes and duplexes. A Richmond Realtor can give you plenty of information on schools, and the neighborhood retail stores. You will also find this neighborhood to be very bike friendly.

Woodland Heights

Woodlands Heights lies just across the James River. It was a humble trolley car township, but today it’s a thriving urban area. The diverse neighborhood features diverse racial groups, with a mix of income levels. Rent is more affordable here than in The Fan, but the neighborhood still retains some of that artsy flair. In addition, city-dwellers will love being five minutes away from the heart of Richmond. You will also find many styles of homes, including some that date back to the colonial period.

Oregon Hill

Oregon Hill can trace its roots back to the working-class period of Richmond history. Its residents historically worked at the iron works plant, or the paper mill. Today’s vibe is a lot less industrial, offering amazing vistas of the downtown Richmond area. The area is in the process of renovation, so there are many historic buildings that are in the midst of retrofitting and the neighborhood features new townhomes too. Aside from The Fan, Oregon Hill is the only other place around where you’ll find primarily students and working class Virginians.

Bellevue

Bellevue is where most of the suburbanites dwell. It offers affordable housing, and it’s close enough to Richmond proper that you don’t feel like you’re in the outskirts of the city. Neighbors here are also much more closely knit, often knowing each other by name or by phone number. The area is known for its single family homes, and its youth-friendly neighborhood programs.

Chesterfield

Chesterfield is the third most populated county in Virginia. It grew exponentially during the 50s as a commuter town, with several rail lines snaking through it. Chesterfield is known as the 17^th best place to live in America, with a strong public school system. Ask a Chesterfield realtor for affordable houses in the area. There are a lot of options for families of all sizes.
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