Richmond, Richmond VA — neighborhood review

Richmond, VA

Richmond · VA 23219

Updated August 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$381K

Median Price

89/100

Walk Score

8.2/10

Schools

25 min

to Downtown Richmond

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
82/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
B+Walkability
89/100
WYLT Score68/100

Our Take

Richmond’s 23219 offers affordable housing, great walkability, and solid schools, but its median income is modest and some parts see higher crime. It’s a solid option for people who need to live close to downtown and can manage a moderate cost of living. If you’re looking for the lowest prices and don’t mind a bit of traffic and noise, it’s a reasonable choice.

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The Good

  • ✓Homes cost around $240k, which is below many parts of the city
  • ✓Walk Score of 80 means you can get most errands on foot
  • ✓School ratings average 7.9, with several high-rated schools nearby
  • ✓Bike Score of 80 and several bike lanes make cycling easy

Real Talk

  • !Median household income ($57k) is below the national average, so wages may need to match the cost of living
  • !Certain blocks have higher crime rates, especially in the evenings
  • !Traffic congestion and limited parking can be frustrating during rush hour
  • !Noise from nearby commercial streets can keep the area lively but sometimes disruptive
  • $Higher property taxes than many surrounding suburbs
  • $Older homes may require more maintenance than newer developments
  • $Insurance premiums can be elevated due to local crime statistics

Best For

Young professionalsFirst‑time homebuyersStudentsRemote workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Richmond, VA

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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