Moving to Richmond, VA
Archived Q&A and Reviews
March 2003
My husband's company is moving to Richmond, Virginia in the summer, and we are still thinking about moving too. I have two kids 10 and 3 and I heard the schools are excellent. I need some advises on areas to look for housing and any other advises will be appreciated. Thank you
A very good friend of mine moved from the East Bay to Richmond several years ago and sent this recommendation:
HI. We moved from Pleasanton California to Richmond Virginia three years ago. We feel the move has been great for the whole family. We love the four seasons, the central location and the quieter life style. I would recommend for someone new to the area to check out the far West end of Richmond/ Glen Allen area. Richmond is a friendly place but it is much easier to make friends in the newer neighborhoods. You have heard right - the schools are great at all levels.If you have any other questions please feel free to e-mail me. We have moved to Nottingham England for a few years, but will be returning to Richmond. Good luck Kathy R
Hi,
My family (husband and 1.5 yr old) are planning to move to Richmond, VA. He has fam there, and I’m from MA. We just can’t justify the COL here anymore. Despite having a good income, it’s not enough to comfortably buy a house with good schools and a reasonable commute, plus save for college. It’s really changed out here in the 15 years I’ve lived in the Bay Area. I will miss lots of things, but hope this move brings us an easier, less complicated, life. Weather is hot in the summer. Winter is colder than here, but short. The city is liberal, schools in the county are excellent, and Virginia overall is a reliable blue state now.