If you’ve been eyeing Richmond as your family’s next chapter but keep hearing things that make you second-guess it… I get it. As a real estate agent who specializes in helping families relocate from Northern Virginia, I hear the same few myths over and over.

Things like:
❌ “Richmond’s too small.”
❌ “It’s just for retirees.”
❌ “There aren’t any good schools.”

Let me stop you right there.

Richmond is not the sleepy little city people think it is—and it’s definitely not short on vibrant neighborhoods, thriving school districts, or space for your kids (and future pup) to grow and play. In fact, more and more families are choosing Richmond for exactly the reasons others overlook it.

Want the real story? In this post, I’m busting the three biggest myths I hear about moving to Richmond—so you can decide with clarity and confidence whether it’s the right fit for your family. Spoiler alert: You might be surprised what you discover 👀