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Welcome to Chester, VA

Originally, Chester, Virginia, was a stop on the Richmond and Petersburg Railroad, with its prime location only thirty miles from Richmond. Today, Chester is a bedroom community that has developed and thrived off of quiet country living with big-city attractions nearby.

Chester is ideally located between the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. This great location gives the community pleasant climates all year round, with little snow fall in the winter and ample sun in the summer. The relaxed and peaceful atmosphere that Chester has to offer attracts families and retirees to the city. There are 17 active neighborhood organizations in Chester, and with a population of more then 18,000 people, Chester has been named as one of the most populated cities in Chesterfield County. Chester plays host to great schools and shopping centers, and takes pride in preserving its Virginia charm.

Historic Civil War sites and parks abide in the city limits of Chester, as well as museums and recreational activities perfect for families. Recent downtown development has given Chester the opportunity to become better know for its commercial development. Many professionals realize their opportunity for work lies in Richmond, and the simple drive and short timing gets them to work easily!

Real estate options in Chester range from historical properties to new townhouses and condominiums. You are sure to find what you need is this beautiful and serene city, with big city amenities nearby. Check out Chester homes today!
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Chester, VA657$222,488$233,302
home sale data for other nearby cities
Ashland, VA135$192,000$243,094
Bon Air, VA397$196,000$206,823
Chesterfield, VA805$241,574$254,538
Colonial Heights, VA86$170,500$230,574
Dinwiddie, VA14$155,000$152,614
Glen Allen, VA1,009$296,414$339,433
Hanover, VA19$200,000$201,192
Highland Springs, VA146$122,930$120,767
King William, VA28$179,475$214,408
Lanexa, VA26$157,400$185,498
Manquin, VA2$57,679$57,679
Mechanicsville, VA678$244,508$261,735
Midlothian, VA1,527$286,869$377,215
Millers, VA454$175,000$191,157
Montrose, VA454$175,000$191,157
Moseley, VA167$389,500$389,841
New Kent, VA7$239,950$267,903
Petersburg, VA164$145,978$144,779
Providence Forge, VA38$296,905$326,676
Quinton, VA31$230,000$244,023
Richmond, VA6,536$176,232$195,879
Rockville, VA16$300,000$321,530
Sandston, VA120$159,950$163,327
Sutherland, VA8$307,000$288,313
Varina, VA454$175,000$191,157
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Population

Total Population7,637
Population Density1,064 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population4,011
Male Population3,626
Population Change since 1990↑ 22% Increase
Population Change since 2000↑ 15% Increase

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public CollegeEcpi Technical College
Distance9 miles
Nearest 4-Year Public CollegeRandolph-macon College
Distance0 miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households2,650
Family Households1,723
Average Family Size3.00
Average Household Income$56,920
Median Household Income$43,805
Income Change since 1990↑ 54% Increase
Income Change since 2000↑ 19% Increase

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk0.49
Crime Risk (County)0.28
Personal Crime Risk (County)0.19
Murder Crime Risk (County)0.24
Rape Crime Risk (County)0.35
Robbery Crime Risk (County)0.14
Assault Crime Risk (County)0.21
Property Crime Risk (County)0.33
Burglary Crime Risk (County)0.20
Larceny Crime Risk (County)0.51
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County)0.14

Climate

Average July High Temperature87.1 °F
Average January Low Temperature25.3 °F
Annual Precipitation44.0 inches
Air Pollution Index91% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate5.00%
Nearest AirportRichmond International
Distance19 miles
Nearest Major Sports TeamRichmond Braves (aaa)
Distance13 miles
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Grades: 5 - 8

Carver Middle School3800 Cougar Trl
Chester Middle School3900 W Hundred Rd
Elizabeth Davis Middle School601 Corvus Ct

Grades: 9 - 12

Chesterfield Community High School12400 Brander Bridge Rd
Thomas Dale High School3626 W Hundred Rd

Grades: K - 12

Evangel Christian School16801 Harrow Gate Road

Grades: K - 5

C C Wells Elementary School13101 S Chester Rd
C E Curtis Elementary School3600 W Hundred Rd
Ecoff Elementary School5200 Ecoff Ave
Elizabeth Scott Elementary School813 Beginners Trail Loop
Enon Elementary School2001 E Hundred Rd
Harrowgate Elementary School15501 Harrowgate Rd
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BANKS

Bank Of Southside Virginia4310 W Hundred Rd
Bank Of Virginia4023 W Hundred Rd
Bb&t12840 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Citizens & Farmers Bank4820 W Hundred Rd
First Market Bank12601 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Hsbc Bank12114 Bermuda Crossroad Ln
State Farm Bank4910 W Hundred Rd
Sun Trust Bank12551 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Sun Trust Bank12020 Iron Bridge Rd
Village Bank4221 W Hundred Rd
Virginia Commonwealth Bank4600 W Hundred Rd
Wachovia Bank4400 W Hundred Rd
Wachovia Bank13241 Rivers Bend Blvd
Woodforest National Bank12000 Iron Bridge Rd

EMERGENCY SERVICES

Chesterfield Co Fire Station2711 W Hundred Rd
Chesterfield County Fire901 Bermuda Hundred Rd
Enon-rivermont Dist Fire Dept1920 E Hundred Rd
Ettrick Fire DeptChesterfield Court House
Matoaca Fire DeptChesterfield Court House
Southern Area Station Chstrfld2920 W Hundred Rd

GOLF

River's Bend Golf Club11700 Hogans Aly

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Joyner Fine Properties
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