With its rich history, breathtaking scenery, mild climate and wealth of amenities it’s easy to see why so many people choose to make Richmond, VA their home. Steeped in history yet economically and culturally progressive, Virginia’s capital boasts stunning architecture, excellent educational opportunities, a solid employment base and an eclectic mix of lovely homes and neighborhoods. Consistently ranked as one of the “Best Places to Live and Work in America”, Richmond is a flourishing metro area located just over an hour’s drive to the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west, Atlantic Ocean to the east and only 100 miles south of Washington, D.C.  |  | | Beautiful Richmond, VA |
A Metropolitan Area
The Richmond Metro Region is comprised of the City of Richmond, Virginia and surrounding counties – Chesterfield, Hanover, New Kent and Henrico. A sprawling network of interstates has given rise to growth in business without losing the area’s charm. Whether it’s the top ranked schools, affordable housing, temperate climate or solid economic opportunities, Richmond has the best of both worlds. Like most cities, Richmond contains several distinct areas with their own identifiable look and feel.
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The Fan
Aptly named for its fan-like grid of pedestrian streets, the Fan district contains some of the city’s most desirable real estate and is where you’ll find Monument Avenue. Quietly nestled between Broad and Cary Streets, this area of Richmond is known for its large collection of Victorian townhouses earning it a place on the National Register of Historic Landmarks. Dotted with small cafes, grassy parks and adjacent to the Museum District and Carytown, it is also home to the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University.
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Carytown / Museum District
Home to 20 museums and galleries, the Museum District is located between the Fan and the city’s West End. Historical preservation is of chief importance to the residents of this disrict, which has led to its being named a Federal and State Historic District. Carytown, a residential and commercial mix of real estate located on and around Cary Street, hosts homes dating back to the 1920’s.
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Shockoe Bottom
Just east of downtown along the James River, Shockoe Bottom is the hub of the city’s nightlife, restaurants, dining and entertainment. With its original cobblestone streets and Colonial-style brick buildings, this area is also home to Tobacco Row. Loft apartments, condominiums, offices and retail space now reside where the smell of fresh leaf tobacco can still be found lingering in the air. The completion of a floodwall in 1995 was the impetus for a redeveloped riverfront area offering modern amenities such as upscale, open-air shopping malls that pull suburbanites into the city for festivals, cultural pursuits and frequent community events.
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An Award-Winning City
Richmond has earned numerous awards and distinctions such as:
* Ranked 10th in the Nation’s Best Places for Business and Careers in - Forbes
* Named one of the Fastest Growing Inner Cities of Business in the Nation – Inc. Magazine
* 3rd Best U.S. City for Business - MarketWatch.com
* 15th among "50 Hottest Cities for Expanding and Relocating Companies" - Expansion Management Magazine
* Virginia is rated No. 1 on Forbes.com’s annual “Best States for Business” list for the second year in a row.
* 8th among "Top 20 Large Metro Areas for Business Attraction and Recruitment" -
Expansion Management magazine
* 6th among "Top 50 Medium Markets for Relocating Families" - Primacy Relocation and Worldwide ERC And this is just the past two years! The list literally goes on and on. 
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 Something for Everyone
Housing options, styles and price points truly offer something for every taste, budget and desire. You’ll find everything from historical homes to the latest in new construction. While the predominant style in Richmond is Colonial, the latest architectural designs and “smart homes” are at your fingertips. Not bad for a city nearing 200 years old! It’s no wonder our beautiful city’s motto is “Richmond – Easy to Love”. Contact Us today to let us find your new home – and fall under the spell of Richmond’s charm.
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