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Broad Street Neighborhood Guide Richmond, VA

About

Broad Street, located in Richmond, Virginia, is a bustling avenue with a vibrant mix of historic charm and modern amenities. West Broad Street is studded with a variety of restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, and other businesses. It runs through several key areas including Virginia Commonwealth University, Monroe Park, and the Arts District. Notably, it's near the major highways like I-95 and I-64, and also closely nestled to the James River.

What You Will Love about Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia

  • The eclectic array of restaurants, shops, and art galleries provide an immersive cultural experience.
  • The prominence of Virginia Commonwealth University brings an energetic student vibe to the neighborhood.
  • Broad Street's central location allows easy access to the rest of Richmond, including its surrounding parks and the James River.

What's Nearby

Broad Street is near the famous Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the Science Museum of Virginia, perfect for both art and science enthusiasts. A short distance away, you'll find the historic neighborhood of The Fan, known for its Victorian architecture and quaint streets. Downtown Richmond is also nearby offering a plethora of business and entertainment options.

Lifestyle

With its mix of students, professionals, and families, the Broad Street neighborhood has a lively and diverse environment. The area offers a balance of city living with a touch of suburban comfort, making it ideal for those who appreciate a vibrant, yet easy-going lifestyle.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 397 restaurants, 27 grocery stores, and 23 parks within a mile of the Broad Street neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Crunch Dynasty

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    305 W Broad St

  • GROCERY
    Davis Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.1 miles

    301 W Grace St

  • GROCERY
    Gulitt Mini Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    518 W Grace St

  • GROCERY
    Pick Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    16 E Broad St

  • GROCERY
    Kings Fish Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fish Market, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    12 E Marshall St

  • GROCERY
    Kohlmann's Neighborhood Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.3 miles

    109 E Grace St

Broad Street Apartments and Rentals

169 Rental properties in Broad Street, Richmond, VA.

  • Deco at CNB property

    $1,304+

    Deco at CNB

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    398–1183 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • The Residences at Richmond Trust property

    $1,466+

    The Residences at Richmond Trust

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    384–1158 Sqft

    Available 9/15

  • Stumpf Flats on Main property

    $1,610

    Stumpf Flats on Main

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    526–794 Sqft

    Available 11/9

  • First National Apartments property

    $1,355+

    First National Apartments

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    500–1355 Sqft

    7 Units Available

  • The Foundry property

    $892+

    The Foundry

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    624–1139 Sqft

    6 Units Available

  • 138 W Clay St property

    $2,830

    138 W Clay St

    4 Beds • 2 Baths

    2500 Sqft

    Available 9/23

169 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
36.7%
15%
utilities
0.1%
0.1%
food
4.4%
0.4%
transportation
1.1%
3.1%
healthcare
8.1%
7%

Broad Street Demographics

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Broad Street Reviews

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  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 8 of 8 renters

  • Tree Lined Streets

    Yes

    Say 7 of 8 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 6 of 8 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 6 of 8 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 5 of 8 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 5 of 8 renters

169 Properties Available for Rent

Broad Street Transportation

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Walker’s Paradise

98/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

83/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

62/100
2 bus stops

GRTC Pulse - VCU & VUU Eastbound

Bus Stop

999 W Broad St

GRTC Pulse - VCU & VUU Westbound

Bus Stop

1098 W Broad St

Source: foursquare.com

Broad Street Schools

169 Properties Available for Rent