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Henrico, Virginia Real Estate

As the county surrounding Virginia’s capital city of Richmond, Henrico has a long history and a unique reputation as one of the finest communities in the whole Commonwealth. With its convenient location – bordering the state capital and in close proximity to the Richmond International Airport – Henrico is an excellent home base for anyone with frequent business in Richmond and throughout the region. But the county itself has its own unique charms, too. Sporting a rich colonial history, strong economy and thriving community, it’s no wonder why the local population keeps growing. Here at Virginia Estates, we’re proud to offer so many diverse listings of Henrico real estate – contact us today and our team of experts will happily work with you to find the right place for you here in Henrico County.

The origins of Henrico date back to some of the first settlements in the New World. In 1611, Thomas Dale first founded the ‘Citie of Henricus’ in present-day Farrar’s Island to honor Henry Frederick, Prince of Wales. While the early colony was destroyed during violence with local Powhatan tribes in 1622, the history didn’t end there – Henrico Shire was later formed around its present-day area in 1634, making it one of the eight original Shires of Virginia established in the Crown’s new colony. And although the territory has changed quite a bit in the last few centuries, Henrico today remains one of the oldest continuous settlements in the country – a living testament to American history.

Henrico Real Estate

These days, Henrico continues to be home to a thriving local community and an excellent place to settle down. With a population of just over 300,000, Henrico is the fifth-largest county in the state – a number that has grown consistently since the 1920s. That comes as no surprise, given the county’s low cost of living (~85% of the national average), access to transportation (hosting both Amtrak lines and the Richmond International Airport) and strong economy. In fact, Henrico is nationally known for its excellent fiscal responsibility – to this day, it remains one of the only counties in the country with the highest bond rating (Triple, triple-A) from all three national bond-rating agencies.

Thanks to all these factors, Henrico real estate offers an incredible value for the price – all on top of being a great place to live. As the home of “America’s Premier Short Track,” living in Henrico is a dream for any NASCAR fans – and thanks to its close proximity to Richmond and easy access to the rest of the mid-Atlantic, it’s the perfect location for anyone interested in major cultural institutions without the hassle of living right in the city. For those seeking a solid middle ground between rural and urban life – as well as easy access to both – Henrico real estate is unparalleled.

Of course, we also know that the property itself is just as important as the location. And at Virginia Estates, we’re proud to offer so many diverse properties throughout the county. Our listings feature everything from small single-story houses and condos to 5-bedroom multi-story homes and even commercial motel properties. And with listings across a diversity of price points, our experts are on hand to help find the right Henrico real estate for your budget. Call today to learn more, schedule a viewing or to discuss what you’re looking for in your new property – we’re excited to help bring your vision to life!