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Tell me about the Richmond area
There is a possiblity that a new job for DH means a new state for us.
We're in NC now and are okay with the idea of moving to the Richmond area. I don't think we'd want to live in Richmond though.
We have a toddler and I am a high school teacher (I'd like to be near good schools for me to work in, we'd worry about school systems for DS later).
DH's sister lives in Sutherland (just outside of Petersburg) so we'd like to be on that side of Richmond if possible.
What areas should I be looking at for a place to live? Work?
Thanks guys!
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Re: Tell me about the Richmond area
No advice, but just wanted to say that DH and I are also moving to the Richmond area... and I'm also a high school teacher! I've applied to Henrico, Richmond City Schools, and New Kent so far. Haven't heard back yet.
We don't want to live in the city, either; we'd rather live outside the city limits, which will be more expensive but probably safer
And not as stressful.
Good luck with everything!
I disagree- the city of Richmond is beautiful. Sure, Richmond like any other city, has some rough neighborhoods but that doesn't mean that it is "ghetto." There are fabulous homes in Church Hill, The Fan and the Museum District. I know many, many, satisified Richmond residents.
My husband and I live in Mechanicsville because we are able to get a lot more house for our money but we would easily live in the city if we were able. I would suggest checking out some of the school reviews because there are several elementary schools that are very highly rated. Additionally, there are a couple of private school options if you'd prefer. I think you should check out all your options before crossing the city off your list!
I was born and raised outside of Richmond. I love richmond and there are a ton of things you can do and see. I grew up in Varina, it's in Henrico county. It is 15 minutes from down town but the school system is not good. The nice thing about Varina though is it is like living in the country but still a stones throw away from the city. It is growing in size, but it still a place of farms and nice neighborhoods. If you are looking for a place with little to no traffic, but still about 15 minutes away from every mall and the city, it is amazing. Once again, terrible schools, I went to private school to get away from the high school. I attended Trinity Episcopal, it is a drive from Varina, but it was fantastic. You should take a look, great community and there is a lot of history there.
Some places to see/eat are canal walk, children's museum on main street, maymont, the pipeline (it is near canal walk and not very well known), bottoms up pizza, bakers crust, bev's ice cream, and anything else in carytown pretty much. Hope you fall in love with Richmond, I know I loved it!!!!
I grew up in rural VA on the Chesapeake. I've lived in every part of VA from the tidewater, to the mtns to outside DC. I've lived smack in the heart of Chicago. And I can tell you that Richmond is a lovely, liveable, manageable city.
I disagree with the assessment that it's "ghetto." I think it has some good bones and lots of potential in the downtown area. The history and charming architecture don't hurt either. There are plenty of local restaurants and fun nightlife/date opportunities. Not to mention you'll be an hour from the beach, an hour from the mtns or an hour and a half from DC!
There are quite a few places you can live where you have easy access to city amenities but don't have to pay city taxes. I would recommend Bon Air if that sounds appealing to you. We live 1 mile outside official city limits in Henrico/the near west end and love it! Otherwise, I agree with the other poster about checking out Chesterfield if you want to be southerly of the city.
It took me a while to adjust. Richmond is not an easy city to "break" into. However, being a teacher, that will plug you solidly into your community and your transition might be easier than mine where I was working from home. I hated living in Short Pump (far west end) for this reason.(although they have a great school system) It was very isolated. And too congested from all of the new construction and shopping they've recently built up.
Hope some of this info helps!