In this post, we’re focusing on where you can find acreage, privacy, and value— the rural counties around Richmond Va. We dive deep into eight different zip codes across Goochland, Powhatan, Chesterfield, and Hanover Counties to provide current stats on average sold price, home size, and, most importantly, lot size.
đź’¸ Rural Market Breakdown: Price, Size, and Acreage
Powhatan County (23139): The Best All-Around Blend
Powhatan offers arguably the best blend of affordability, availability of acreage, and convenience. It sits south of the James River and is conveniently close to the Midlothian Turnpike commercial hub (which we rank second only to Short Pump). This provides you the opportunity to find a peaceful quiet setting without being too far from “civilization”.
| Powhatan Stats (23139) | Details |
| Average Sold Price | $566,000 |
| Average Price/SqFt | $246 |
| Average Home Size | Almost 2,400 sqft |
| Acreage (2+ Acres) | Over 70% of sales were situated on 2 acres or more. |
| Why We Like It | Offers acreage at a relatively affordable price and maintains good proximity to the Midlothian commercial bubble. |
Goochland County: Proximity Comes at a Premium
Goochland is known for delivering a rural feel while maintaining excellent proximity to the Short Pump commercial bubble (which we rank the best in RVA). However, this convenience comes at a cost.
- Goochland County Average Price (Whole): $738,000 (almost $170,000 more than Powhatan).
- Acreage (2+ Acres): Only 57% of sales included 2+ acres (you get less land for the money here).
| Goochland Zip Code Breakdown | Average Sold Price | Average Price/SqFt | % with 2+ Acres | Location Insight |
| 23103 (Eastern Goochland/ Manakin Sabot) | $950,000 (Highest in video) | $274 (Highest in video) | 41% | Fastest appreciating area due to the best proximity to civilization. Land carries a significant premium here. |
| 23039/23102 (Middle Goochland) | Approx. $750,000 | $256 | 82% (2nd highest) | Offers a high percentage of acreage, but opportunities are limited due to few sales (22 sales in 6 months). |
| 23063 (Western Goochland) | $553,000 | $225 | 64% | Best value for money in Goochland, but you pay with longer commute times due to the distance from amenities. |
Hanover County: North and Farther Out
Hanover offers a rural setting primarily north of the metropolitan core. Montpelier specifically offers the most amount of properties with 2 or more acres out of all the zip codes covered in this post.
| Hanover Zip Code Breakdown | Average Sold Price | % with 2+ Acres | Location Insight |
| 23146 (Rockville Area) | $743,000 | 36% | Good proximity to Short Pump amenities. Crucial to confirm high-speed internet availability. |
| 23192 (Montpelier) | $658,000 (Approx. $85k less than 23146) | 93% (Highest in video) | Offers the most abundant acreage but is located furthest north. Check high-speed internet availability (CenturyLink is common but not great). |
Southern Chesterfield (23838): Acreage vs. Density
Chesterfield county is gigantic and offers something for everyone. This large zip code is far removed from the primary suburbs and offers a mixture of large communities with homes situated on acreage, as well as the more traditional rural living.
- Average Sold Price: $625,000 (3rd lowest in video).
- Price per SqFt: $207 (Lowest in video).
- Acreage (2+ Acres): Only 27% of sales had 2 or more acres, due to large neighborhoods with “smaller lots” like Woodland Pond and The Highlands.
- The Trade-Off: Affordability is high, but the nearest amenities are generally the 3rd and 5th best commercial bubbles (Route 360/Hull Street and Route 10/Ironbridge Rd), lacking the density of Short Pump or Midlothian.
This information should give you a strong foundation for exploring the rural counties around Richmond Va! If you have questions about any specific area or are ready to start your home search, reach out to us! We have the knowledge and expertise to help make your move as stress-free and easy as possible.
