Westover

Richmond, VA

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Westover - Richmond, VA

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An affordable wooded neighborhood minutes from Downtown Richmond

Great Location Affordable Wooded Outdoors Commuter

Westover is a small tree-lined neighborhood about five miles southwest of Downtown Richmond. Westover has a lower cost of living and offers a variety of affordable rentals as well. Great for renters who enjoy the outdoors, the neighborhood is convenient to several natural areas and the James River. Powhite Park is great for mountain biking while Forest Hill Park offers riverside trails, tennis courts, and more. Forest Hill Park is also home to the South of the James Market, a year-round weekly farmers market offering everything from eclectic food trucks to live music. Westover is predominately residential but there are plenty of amenities nearby and residents love being less than 15 minutes away from Downtown Richmond, giving them access to some of the city’s best restaurants, bars, theaters, museums, and more.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Westover is $1,046 for one bedroom, $1,221 for two bedrooms, and $1,816 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Westover has decreased by -27.7% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 680 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,046/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 862 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,221/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,212 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,816/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

36

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

30

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Reviews of Westover - Richmond, VA

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3.8 6 Reviews

Niche User

10 years and 5 months agoNiche Review

There is very little crime in my neighborhood. Everyone works and has a kind heart.

Niche User

10 years and 5 months agoNiche Review

The food in the area is good.

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