Head just west of Richmond to discover a charming neighborhood with a distinct village vibe: Westhampton. With an upscale, eclectic commercial corridor and historic homes situated on impeccable lawns, it’s no wonder the area around Libbie and Grove avenues is one of the most sought-after in the city. Thinking about moving to the Westhampton neighborhood in Richmond? Here’s what you need to know...
Richmond real estate
If you’ve been paying even the slightest bit of attention to Richmond’s real estate market over the last year, then you know: It is a red-hot seller’s market. One of the hottest in the country, in fact. The number of houses available is historically low, meaning sellers are cashing in big-time with multiple offers — often far above their initial asking prices. So why is real estate inventory so...
When it comes to iconic Richmond neighborhoods, The Fan District is one of our favorites. Named for its streets that fan out westward from Monroe Park to the Boulevard, the historic Fan neighborhood is beloved for its elegant homes and diverse businesses tucked neatly onto street corners. Whether you’re looking to buy a home in the Fan or you’re just spending time there, our guide to Richmond’s Fan...
From Battery Park to Forest Hill and beyond, it’s not hard to find American Foursquare homes in Richmond. This no-frills architectural style rose to popularity in the early 1900s across the United States, and most of these houses are still going strong a century later. Whether you already own an American Foursquare in Richmond or you’re looking for one to call your own, here’s everything you need...
After months of living through the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are rethinking what we want out of our homes. Some are choosing to take advantage of historically low interest rates and upgrade to a larger, more expensive home. Others are being inspired to move into a smaller, less expensive home. Those who are opting to downsize their Richmond homes are often coming out ahead financially. Whether...
When you work with Ruckart Real Estate to sell your home, you’re working with a proven game plan that our team has developed from years of experience. This three-part home selling strategy starts with getting your home primped and ready for its moment in the spotlight. We like to call this step “winning the beauty contest.” First impressions are everything in real estate. That’s why we believe...
When it comes to selling a house in Richmond, first impressions are crucial — and staging your home is one of the best ways to make it stand out from other active listings from the first moment potential buyers lay eyes on it. Whether starting from scratch with a vacant house or refining what you already have, staging can help buyers visualize themselves in a home. More importantly, we’ve found that...