The Richmond metropolitan area has over 1.2 million people. It's not some tiny, rural area (not that there is anything wrong with tiny, rural areas). It is a state capital with a state government, has an international airport (not a huge airport but a decent airport), multiple great universities including a good medical school and children's hospital, an award wining fine arts museum, lots of river sports, great restaurant scene, a federal reserve, a NASCAR track, home of the Martin Agency (which does the great Geico commercials), the state fair, several Fortune 500 companies, etc.

Is it the perfect place to live, I don't know but it's not a horrible place with nothing to do.

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Anonymous wrote:Are people offended that Richmond is being referenced as a second-tier city? I thought it was. Most people who move there from the DC area are looking for a less expensive city. There's nothing wrong with that.

By size (half the population of DC or Baltimore)., Richmond is more of a third tier city. Nothing wrong with that. But pretending it’s similar in amount of amenities is a bit dishonest. What is the airport situation?

Aside from the airports, what are these amenities you speak of?

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Anonymous wrote:Are people offended that Richmond is being referenced as a second-tier city? I thought it was. Most people who move there from the DC area are looking for a less expensive city. There's nothing wrong with that.

By size (half the population of DC or Baltimore)., Richmond is more of a third tier city. Nothing wrong with that. But pretending it’s similar in amount of amenities is a bit dishonest. What is the airport situation?

A good question would be why you are so insecure about someone moving to a smaller city. Does it threaten your sense that you've "made it" by moving to DC?

If you really want go there, DC isn't considered a "first-tier" city, either. It's a mid-sized city in a large metropolitan area where the vast majority of the wealth is in the surrounding suburbs.

Anonymous wrote:Are people offended that Richmond is being referenced as a second-tier city? I thought it was. Most people who move there from the DC area are looking for a less expensive city. There's nothing wrong with that.

By size (half the population of DC or Baltimore)., Richmond is more of a third tier city. Nothing wrong with that. But pretending it’s similar in amount of amenities is a bit dishonest. What is the airport situation?

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Anonymous wrote:Richmond is underrated. We know several families that have relocated there over the past 5 or so years and I’d be lying if I told you I didn’t have a tinge of envy. Most live in the Near West End neighborhood around Libbie Avenue and it’s like some yuppie version of pleasantville. Everyone knows each other, immaculate homes and yards, parents put cones in the streets on the weekends and the kids play basketball with the neighbors etc. Just looks like a fantastic, convenient place to live.

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/2ca8cd1e

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/bc39329c

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9eecd2a7

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9c720ce5

But again, unless you do private you can’t really live there if you have kids and care about education.
I say this as someone FROM Richmond. Totally different than somerset in Bethesda or martins additions which also give that vibe but have some of the best schools in the country.

Privates are far less expensive in RVA. Also, the Munford and Fox districts are fantastic, at least K-5. I also disagree re- “vibe.” Richmond has much more character than the neighborhoods you mentioned, which are suburbs through and through. Those houses pp posted are a 10 minute drive downtown, at most.

Who pulls their kid out of school at 5th? If you think section 5 or others are burbs through and through when they’re a 10 min walk to METRO and Bethesda row and more then you’ve lost it. Enjoy the capital of the confederacy with the good ol boys of Richmond. If you think anyone living at Libby and grove are the same that mix with post college grads in the Dan you’re wrong. Richmond is usually a ghost town. It’s where people that can’t afford the DC metro move- flat out. Enjoy!

People of DCUM, please heed this poster’s words and stop moving to Richmond! It was better before the hordes started coming. Charlottesville, too. You all ruin everything.

Anonymous wrote:Are people offended that Richmond is being referenced as a second-tier city? I thought it was. Most people who move there from the DC area are looking for a less expensive city. There's nothing wrong with that.

I think the better term is mid-size. Second-tier has a negative connotation.

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Anonymous wrote:Thank you!!

Any opinion on St. Bridget 's? St. Gertrude?

St Gerts is HS only and just left the city and is pretty far out now. Both have a good reputation St Cats/ st Chris is still in the city and definitely old school Richmond and has the price tag to go with it! Also check out St Benedict’s.

To be honest they all have good reputations.

St Catherine’s/ St Christopher

I'm a 13 year senior from St. Catherines. At least half of my graduating class moved back to Richmond and send their kids to:

St. Catherine's/ St. Christophers
Collegiate
St. Michael's
Trinity
Orchard House (private all girls middle school, gets rave reviews)
St. Bridgets/ St. Gertrudes/ Benedictine (Catholic)
(western) Henrico County Public Schools
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Richmond City Public Schools (elementary only)

Anonymous wrote:Are people offended that Richmond is being referenced as a second-tier city? I thought it was. Most people who move there from the DC area are looking for a less expensive city. There's nothing wrong with that.

I think cost is probably a factor but only in the sense that Richmond can provide a very similar lifestyle to DC for a fraction of the price. That said, I’m sure many people move because they actually prefer a quieter, less frenzied atmosphere than DC. Not everyone wants to live in a “first tier” (read: large) city. Midsize cities like Richmond have great dining, entertainment, and employment opportunities without all the hustle and traffic.

Are people offended that Richmond is being referenced as a second-tier city? I thought it was. Most people who move there from the DC area are looking for a less expensive city. There's nothing wrong with that.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Richmond is underrated. We know several families that have relocated there over the past 5 or so years and I’d be lying if I told you I didn’t have a tinge of envy. Most live in the Near West End neighborhood around Libbie Avenue and it’s like some yuppie version of pleasantville. Everyone knows each other, immaculate homes and yards, parents put cones in the streets on the weekends and the kids play basketball with the neighbors etc. Just looks like a fantastic, convenient place to live.

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/2ca8cd1e

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/bc39329c

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9eecd2a7

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9c720ce5

But again, unless you do private you can’t really live there if you have kids and care about education.
I say this as someone FROM Richmond. Totally different than somerset in Bethesda or martins additions which also give that vibe but have some of the best schools in the country.

Privates are far less expensive in RVA. Also, the Munford and Fox districts are fantastic, at least K-5. I also disagree re- “vibe.” Richmond has much more character than the neighborhoods you mentioned, which are suburbs through and through. Those houses pp posted are a 10 minute drive downtown, at most.

Who pulls their kid out of school at 5th? If you think section 5 or others are burbs through and through when they’re a 10 min walk to METRO and Bethesda row and more then you’ve lost it. Enjoy the capital of the confederacy with the good ol boys of Richmond. If you think anyone living at Libby and grove are the same that mix with post college grads in the Dan you’re wrong. Richmond is usually a ghost town. It’s where people that can’t afford the DC metro move- flat out. Enjoy!

This post is unhinged, do not listen to them OP.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Richmond is underrated. We know several families that have relocated there over the past 5 or so years and I’d be lying if I told you I didn’t have a tinge of envy. Most live in the Near West End neighborhood around Libbie Avenue and it’s like some yuppie version of pleasantville. Everyone knows each other, immaculate homes and yards, parents put cones in the streets on the weekends and the kids play basketball with the neighbors etc. Just looks like a fantastic, convenient place to live.

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/2ca8cd1e

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/bc39329c

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9eecd2a7

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9c720ce5

But again, unless you do private you can’t really live there if you have kids and care about education.
I say this as someone FROM Richmond. Totally different than somerset in Bethesda or martins additions which also give that vibe but have some of the best schools in the country.

Privates are far less expensive in RVA. Also, the Munford and Fox districts are fantastic, at least K-5. I also disagree re- “vibe.” Richmond has much more character than the neighborhoods you mentioned, which are suburbs through and through. Those houses pp posted are a 10 minute drive downtown, at most.

Who pulls their kid out of school at 5th? If you think section 5 or others are burbs through and through when they’re a 10 min walk to METRO and Bethesda row and more then you’ve lost it. Enjoy the capital of the confederacy with the good ol boys of Richmond. If you think anyone living at Libby and grove are the same that mix with post college grads in the Dan you’re wrong. Richmond is usually a ghost town. It’s where people that can’t afford the DC metro move- flat out. Enjoy!

I think this is the same Richmond hater that’s posting in the college section and has no real Richmond knowledge. Please ignore her.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Richmond is underrated. We know several families that have relocated there over the past 5 or so years and I’d be lying if I told you I didn’t have a tinge of envy. Most live in the Near West End neighborhood around Libbie Avenue and it’s like some yuppie version of pleasantville. Everyone knows each other, immaculate homes and yards, parents put cones in the streets on the weekends and the kids play basketball with the neighbors etc. Just looks like a fantastic, convenient place to live.

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/2ca8cd1e

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/bc39329c

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9eecd2a7

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9c720ce5

But again, unless you do private you can’t really live there if you have kids and care about education.
I say this as someone FROM Richmond. Totally different than somerset in Bethesda or martins additions which also give that vibe but have some of the best schools in the country.

Privates are far less expensive in RVA. Also, the Munford and Fox districts are fantastic, at least K-5. I also disagree re- “vibe.” Richmond has much more character than the neighborhoods you mentioned, which are suburbs through and through. Those houses pp posted are a 10 minute drive downtown, at most.

Who pulls their kid out of school at 5th? If you think section 5 or others are burbs through and through when they’re a 10 min walk to METRO and Bethesda row and more then you’ve lost it. Enjoy the capital of the confederacy with the good ol boys of Richmond. If you think anyone living at Libby and grove are the same that mix with post college grads in the Dan you’re wrong. Richmond is usually a ghost town. It’s where people that can’t afford the DC metro move- flat out. Enjoy!

This is such an effing obnoxious post. It’s like the rest of the country has made a pact to send their most arrogant tools to the DC area.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Richmond is underrated. We know several families that have relocated there over the past 5 or so years and I’d be lying if I told you I didn’t have a tinge of envy. Most live in the Near West End neighborhood around Libbie Avenue and it’s like some yuppie version of pleasantville. Everyone knows each other, immaculate homes and yards, parents put cones in the streets on the weekends and the kids play basketball with the neighbors etc. Just looks like a fantastic, convenient place to live.

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/2ca8cd1e

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/bc39329c

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9eecd2a7

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9c720ce5

But again, unless you do private you can’t really live there if you have kids and care about education.
I say this as someone FROM Richmond. Totally different than somerset in Bethesda or martins additions which also give that vibe but have some of the best schools in the country.

Privates are far less expensive in RVA. Also, the Munford and Fox districts are fantastic, at least K-5. I also disagree re- “vibe.” Richmond has much more character than the neighborhoods you mentioned, which are suburbs through and through. Those houses pp posted are a 10 minute drive downtown, at most.

Who pulls their kid out of school at 5th? If you think section 5 or others are burbs through and through when they’re a 10 min walk to METRO and Bethesda row and more then you’ve lost it. Enjoy the capital of the confederacy with the good ol boys of Richmond. If you think anyone living at Libby and grove are the same that mix with post college grads in the Dan you’re wrong. Richmond is usually a ghost town. It’s where people that can’t afford the DC metro move- flat out. Enjoy!

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Richmond is underrated. We know several families that have relocated there over the past 5 or so years and I’d be lying if I told you I didn’t have a tinge of envy. Most live in the Near West End neighborhood around Libbie Avenue and it’s like some yuppie version of pleasantville. Everyone knows each other, immaculate homes and yards, parents put cones in the streets on the weekends and the kids play basketball with the neighbors etc. Just looks like a fantastic, convenient place to live.

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/2ca8cd1e

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/bc39329c

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9eecd2a7

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9c720ce5

But again, unless you do private you can’t really live there if you have kids and care about education.
I say this as someone FROM Richmond. Totally different than somerset in Bethesda or martins additions which also give that vibe but have some of the best schools in the country.

Privates are far less expensive in RVA. Also, the Munford and Fox districts are fantastic, at least K-5. I also disagree re- “vibe.” Richmond has much more character than the neighborhoods you mentioned, which are suburbs through and through. Those houses pp posted are a 10 minute drive downtown, at most.

Anonymous wrote:Richmond is underrated. We know several families that have relocated there over the past 5 or so years and I’d be lying if I told you I didn’t have a tinge of envy. Most live in the Near West End neighborhood around Libbie Avenue and it’s like some yuppie version of pleasantville. Everyone knows each other, immaculate homes and yards, parents put cones in the streets on the weekends and the kids play basketball with the neighbors etc. Just looks like a fantastic, convenient place to live.

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/2ca8cd1e

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/bc39329c

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9eecd2a7

https://apps.realtor.com/mUAZ/9c720ce5

But again, unless you do private you can’t really live there if you have kids and care about education.
I say this as someone FROM Richmond. Totally different than somerset in Bethesda or martins additions which also give that vibe but have some of the best schools in the country.