Known as one of the most coveted communities in the area, River's Bend on the James offers a unique, pastoral view of suburban life, only minutes from I-295 and I-95 for easy commutes. This is a neighborhood where you know your neighbors, not just because you see them in their yards, but because you've challenged them in a game of tennis, hit the golf course to compare handicaps, and watched their children grow up, as they biked along the sidewalks. River's Bend has maintained high property values through forward thinking protective covenants and thoughtful investments in recreational amenities. In River's Bend on the James, you'll discover a desirable neighborhood with homes prices from the $200s to $800+.
If you listed all the things you'd love to find in the place you'd live, you might find it matches very closely with what River's Bend offers - the natural tranquility of 300 acres on the James River, mature woods and fantastic amenities. After you've visited, you may see why many people feel they've not only invested in property, but in the true community it has created.
Schools
River's Bend is near some of the best schools in the area!
Elizabeth Scott Elementary School 1.83 miles
813 Beginners Trail Loop
Chester, VA 23836
Elizabeth Davis Middle School 1.96 miles
601 Corvus Court
Chester, VA 23836
Thomas Dale High School (5-8 minute drive, in the heart of Chester, VA)
3626 W. Hundred Road
Chester, VA 23831
Recreation
River's Bend has invested in upgrading and refurbishing many of its recreational amenities, including:
- Newly refurbished Junior Olympic pool with two springboards and diving well
- Four newly leveled and surfaced tennis courts, which are lighted for convenient 24-hour access
- Sand volleyball court
- There are two playgrounds, one known as the "Tot Lot", with kid's clubhouse, playground and an open grassy area, nestled on a cul-de-sac.
- The second playground is much larger and has slides and picnic tables for informal gatherings
- Residents love the nature trail with access to the James River for scenic strolls
- The pedestrian-friendly nature of a community with sidewalks and street lights
- The River's Bend semi-private 18-hole golf course is a lovely thread, weaving through the community, like a well-manicured green carpet - many homes are directly on the course!
Homeowner's Association
The River's Bend Home Owners Association is run by a volunteer group of residents, with board members and officers elected for two year terms. The responsibilities of the HOA are to maintain the shared community values, enforce regulations and protect property values. They make decisions regarding community regulations, capital improvements and manage all of the recreational amenities that the community is so valued for. All River's Bend HOA members pay bi-annual assessments, which cover the common area expenses, including landscaping, maintenance and upkeep of amenities, the fees for a management company and insurance for common facilities and structures.
Distance to Major Destinations
Chester, VA - 5 minutes
Fort Lee, VA - 10 minutes
Colonial Heights, VA - 10 minutes
Petersburg, VA - 10 minutes
Richmond, VA - 15-20 minutes
Richmond International Airport - 20 minutes
Points of Interest Nearby
Restaurants and Bars
River's Bend Bistro 0.88 miles
Narita Japanese Sushi 0.92 miles
China Kitchen 0.99 miles
River's Bend Grill 1.04 miles
Ambrosia Family Style 1.16 miles
Coffee
Starbucks 3.35 milies
Groceries
Food Lion 0.93 miles
Wawa Food Market 1.21 miles
Outdoor Parks
Henricus Park 1.46 miles
Library
Chesterfield County Library 2.65 miles
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