Historic fabric, river culture, mid-Atlantic reach. Median home price runs about $400K with an effective property tax near 0.87% — roughly $3,480/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Richmond
Median home price
$400K
Effective property tax
0.87%
Tax friendliness
5/10
Winter mildness
6/10
Summer comfort
7/10
Walkability
5/10
Outdoor access
6/10
Culture & food
7/10
Healthcare
4/10
Airport connectivity
7/10
Schools
6/10
Safety
5/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
10/10
Growth trajectory
6/10
Who it fits: buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: