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Chester at a glance:
  • Nearest Airport: RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL
  • Community Characteristics: Stable Population / Low Residential Turnover
  • Population: 38,449
  • Income Per Capita: $27,811
  • Average Household Expenditure: $61,168

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Chester, VA

Originally a stop on the Richmond and Petersburg Railroad, Chester is a small community thirty miles from Richmond. Chester real estate owners enjoy quiet country living with close proximity to urban amenities. Historical properties and newer condominiums and townhouses are among the housing options that characterize Chester real estate.

More than 38,000 residents call Chester real estate home. Many are attracted to Chester real estate because of its proximity to Richmond. Families choose to invest in Chester real estate because of the schools; the town boasts seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the town’s natural beauty, as well as the easy accessibility of the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west. In short, Chester real estate offers something for everyone. For more details on living in Chester, see the facts below.

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Lovely 5026 sqft home in golf course community. Cul-de-sac lot. 5 bdrms,3 full & 2 half baths. Huge kitchen w/ stainless appliances, 1st floor...
$495,000 - 12421 Hogans PLACE, Chesterfield, VA 23836
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12421 Hogans PLACE
Chesterfield,VA-23836
ACTIVE $495,000
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
5 3 2 5026

Owners will consider a lease purchase. New Price! Need Privacy? Need Space? Need Storage? Need first floor bedroom(s)? Want low exterior...
$485,000 - 11836 Middlecoff DRIVE, Chesterfield, VA 23836
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11836 Middlecoff DRIVE
Chesterfield,VA-23836
ACTIVE $485,000
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
4 3 1 3947

Immediate. Great new neighborhood located in Chester! The Ryan 'Cresswell' plan offers a formal dining room, first floor master suite...
$465,950 - 13812 Tobacco Bay COURT, Chesterfield, VA 23836
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13812 Tobacco Bay COURT
Chesterfield,VA-23836
ACTIVE $465,950
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
6 4 1 4393

PRICED WELL UNDER ASSESSED VALUE!! Quality comes with this stunning all BRICK Transtitional with all the Perks! 2 story Foyer and Family room with...
$449,000 - 4823 Krenmore COURT, Chesterfield, VA 23831
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4823 Krenmore COURT
Chesterfield,VA-23831
ACTIVE $449,000
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
4 3 1 3441

Location, Location, Location! Beautiful, immaculate 5 bedroom, 3.5 baths, featuring hardwood floors, master bath with all the extras including a...
$379,500 - 806 Greyshire DRIVE, Chesterfield, VA 23836
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806 Greyshire DRIVE
Chesterfield,VA-23836
ACTIVE $379,500
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
5 3 1 2978

The Beautiful all brick home with great floor plan all living area on one floor with additional second floor master suite. Extra trim work package...
$385,000 - 4700 Faraday DRIVE, Chesterfield, VA 23831
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4700 Faraday DRIVE
Chesterfield,VA-23831
ACTIVE $385,000
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
4 3 2541

WOW! Welcome Home to your new home with 4 bedrooms including 2 master suites with private baths, and 2 other large bedrooms which share a jack and...
$374,000 - 4337 Village Creek DRIVE, Chesterfield, VA 23831
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4337 Village Creek DRIVE
Chesterfield,VA-23831
ACTIVE $374,000
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
4 3 1 3226

Hulberts/Madison III, First Floor Master with Luxury Bath, Second floor 3 Bedrooms one with its own bath(2nd floor master) and shared bath for the...
$360,000 - 14519 Woodleigh DRIVE, Chesterfield, VA 23831
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14519 Woodleigh DRIVE
Chesterfield,VA-23831
ACTIVE $360,000
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
4 3 1 3292

This well designed 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Transitional Home is situated in one of Chestrfield's well established neightborhoods. Master Bath with...
$329,900 - 1913 Mount Blanco ROAD, Chesterfield, VA 23836
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1913 Mount Blanco ROAD
Chesterfield,VA-23836
ACTIVE $329,900
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
4 2 1 2210

EXQUISITE FRENCH COUNTRY HOME! LIKE NEW! Unique patio home in Bel Arbor where you enjoy carefree living w/freedom from lawn & exterior...
$324,900 - 6624 Bel Lac DRIVE, Chesterfield, VA 23831
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6624 Bel Lac DRIVE
Chesterfield,VA-23831
ACTIVE $324,900
Number of Bedrooms Number of Bathrooms Number of Half baths Total Square Feet
2 2 1 2085

Facts about Chester, Virginia

 
Demographics
Location (Zip Code(s)) Chester: 23831, 23836
County Seat Chesterfield County
Area by Square Miles 57
Population 38,449
Population Density 671 pop/sq mile
Median Age 36
Total Households 13,125
Average Household Size 3
 
Employment
Income per Capita $27,811
Median Household Income $65,678
Commute Time (minutes) 22
 
Scholastics
High School Graduation 56%
College Graduation 35%
Post-College Graduation 11%
 
 
 
Climate
Avg. Low Temp.-Jan 29°(F)
Avg. High Temp.Jan 50°(F)
Avg. Low Temp.-Jul 68°(F)
Avg. High Temp.-Jul 91°(F)
Annual Precipitation (inches) 45
 
Taxes
Sales Tax Rate
4.50%
 
Others
Annual Residential Turnover Not available
Median Years in Residence 4
Earthquake Risk 57
Air Pollution Index 90
Nearby Sports Team Richmond Braves (AAA)
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