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What's it like to live in Government Road?
Is Government Road a good place to live?
Government Road is a neighbourhood in Richmond. Homes for sale here run a median of about $340,000. There are 5 schools within the area. It's a quiet area with no major roads or rail lines running through it.
What are homes like in Government Road?
There are 12 homes for sale in and around Government Road, priced from $274,800 to $399,950 (median about $340,000). See the Homes page for current listings.
What schools are in Government Road?
There are 5 schools in and around Government Road including Baker Elementary School, Varina High School, John Rolfe Middle School. See the guide below for what's closest.
What's happening in Government Road this week?
There are 30 events on this week in and around Government Road, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.
Who is Government Road best for?
Based on what's here, Government Road suits first-time buyers.
Choose your own adventure - Government Road
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Three hand-picked days through Government Road, every stop a real place.
More things to do →Through the lens
Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.
What it costs to live in Government Road
From homes on the market right now in and around Government Road.
Schools in Government Road
5 schools mapped in and around Government Road, closest first — ratings shown where families have left them.
Could you live here?
Falling for Government Road? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.
Around town this week
Fresh from local news covering Government Road and the surrounding area.
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Local tips
Insider knowledge from people who live here.
Good to know
What is there to do in Government Road?
Government Road has 0 parks and green spaces, 0 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in Government Road?
Most of Government Road is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.
How do I get to Government Road?
Government Road sits in Richmond, Virginia, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in Government Road?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Government Road, and can connect you with a local agent.