Styles: With build dates between 1900 and 1960, pretty much all Revival architectural styles are represented in these neighborhoods that are within biking distance of these 2 schools. As noted below, the price range is dramatic, as is the ammenity and quality level you will encounter.
Average Sales Price: $649k. As proximity to the schools draws on many different neighborhoods, there is a significant spread in prices, from $200k to $1,590k. (Here listed are some of those close-by neighborhoods available through this search result: Stonewall Court, Glenburnie, Westview, Westhampton HIlls, Tuckahoe Terrace, Fairway Ridge, College Terrace, Kingsway Court, Hampton Gardens.)
Schools: Serviced by Richmond City Schools of Munford Elementary, Albert Hill Middle, and Thomas Jefferson High School. Plus the highly sought-after Open High, and Community High and the International Bachelaureate Programs and the Governor's School Programs. Or by several exceptional Private schools ,several exceptional Private schools St. Christopher's, St. Catherine's (of course), Steward School and Collegiate are within a few minutes drive. This area is also served by Henrico county schools, if the home is located either a few blocks west, or to the north across Patterson Ave. Checking the listing information on schools is CRITICAL here.
Recreation: Provided by nearby country clubs and private facilities otherwise. And for those seeking 'recreational guidance', many seek out the SEALS program. If you prefer water based recreation, try rowing, sailing, yachting clubs, Virginia Boat Club, Richmond Yacht Club. Or if you prefer league sports, try volleyball, soccer, or tennis, plus there are great youth programs in Little League, Lacrosse, and swimming. Don't forget equestrian interests. There's also a premier climbing gym, just across the river and a sports park for practicing your batting or golfing skills.
Transportation: Rte 6/Patterson Avenue or south,across the Huguenot Bridge from River Rd, or across the Willey Bridge via Parham Rd./Rte 150 to the Powhite Pkwy/Rte 76, then on to the Downtown Expressway/I-195.
