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Highlights
- Quiet neighborhood
- Cozy fireplace
- Open floor plan
- Storage space
- Sunroom
- New stainless steel appliances
Location
2648 Melbourne Dr #1, Richmond, VA 23225, USA|Gravel Hill
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About 2648 Melbourne Dr #1
Family-friendly 3-bedroom, 2-bath home located in a quiet neighborhood at 2648 Melbourne Dr in Richmond. This well-maintained home features an open floor plan with a cozy fireplace, a full basement for flexible living or storage space, and a large yard ideal for families. Home has a brand new heating and cooling system, updated electrical and plumbing. Partially furnished for added convenience and situated near parks, schools, major highways, the James River, downtown Richmond, and shopping—offering comfort, convenience, and an easy commute. The beautiful kitchen is equipped with new stainless steel appliances. This home includes a sunroom and a deck.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 2648 Melbourne Dr #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 477 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Gravel Hill |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 23225 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Gravel Hill
3-bedroom apartments at 2648 Melbourne Dr #1 cost about 34% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Richmond.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Richmond
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,070 |
| April 2024 | $2,098 |
| May 2024 | $2,183 |
| June 2024 | $2,184 |
| July 2024 | $2,197 |
| August 2024 | $2,082 |
| September 2024 | $2,004 |
| October 2024 | $1,995 |
| November 2024 | $1,996 |
| December 2024 | $2,026 |
| January 2025 | $2,086 |
| February 2025 | $2,000 |
| March 2025 | $2,136 |
| April 2025 | $2,217 |
| May 2025 | $2,250 |
| June 2025 | $2,237 |
| July 2025 | $2,197 |
| August 2025 | $2,126 |
| September 2025 | $2,009 |
| October 2025 | $1,999 |
| November 2025 | $1,994 |
| December 2025 | $1,960 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| February 2026 | $2,022 |
| March 2026 | $2,025 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 2648 Melbourne Dr #1
Southampton Elementary School
3333 cheverly rd
richmond, VA, 23225
PK, K-5Public
C-
Amelia Street School
1821 amelia st
richmond, VA, 23220
PK, K-12Public
Maymont Pre-K Center
1211 s allen ave
richmond, VA, 23220
PKPublic
Martin Luther King Jr. Early Learning Center
900 mosby st
richmond, VA, 23223
PKPublic
Summer Hill Preschool Center
2717 alexander ave
richmond, VA, 23234
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Gravel Hill | Richmond, VA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Richmond near 2648 Melbourne Dr #1
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 2648 Melbourne Dr #1, Richmond
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Family Dollar
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B U Couture LLC
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Starbucks
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Starbucks
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Starbucks
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Xtrags Cafe
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Pit & the Peel
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Rock Falls Tavern
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Stratford Pizza
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Carytown Burgers & Fries
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Home Sweet Home
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Walmart Bakery
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Poor Georgie's Bake Shoppe
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Kroger Bakery
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Murray's Cheese
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