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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Upscale finishes
  • Pet friendly community
  • Under-cabinet lighting
  • Sleek quartz countertops and backsplash

Location

5047 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA 23225, USA|Westover Hills
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Management

Mainstay

Leasing office

(804) 982-0077

Property Overview

The Westover is highly rated with an impressive Zumper overall rating of 8.8, reflecting its excellent balance of price and value, which is rated 10 out of 10. It features upscale amenities including stainless steel appliances, sleek quartz countertops, and a pet-friendly community, enhancing the living experience. Located conveniently near a top-rated elementary school and a dog park, The Westover offers a prime lifestyle suited for those seeking both comfort and accessibility.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Westover is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Westover has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath651+ sqft$1,437–$1,489 /mo2 units availableLocated in the Forest Hill neighborhood, The Westover provides spacious 1-bedroom apartment homes with upscale finishes including sleek quartz countertops and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and modern shaker-style cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting. Bathrooms include over-sized subway tile tub surrounds, and ample countertop space. All homes come equipped with a stackable washer and dryer, dishwasher, microwave, glass cooktop stove and oven, and an undermount kitchen sink. This is a pet friendly community, with a 2 pet maximum, and a combined weight limit of 100lbs. There is a non-refundable one-time pet fee of $250 for 1 pet, and $400 for 2 pets, and monthly pet rent of $25 per month for 1 pet, and $40 per month for 2 pets. At Mainstay Rentals, we strive to provide an experience that is cost-effective and convenient. That’s why we provide a Resident Benefits Package (RBP) to address common headaches for our residents. Our program handles air filter changes, credit building, rent rewards, on demand pest control, and more at a rate of $35/month, added to every property as a required program. More details upon application.

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Amenities for The Westover

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator
Stackable Washer & DryerWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Outdoor Space
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,437–$1,489

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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About The Westover

HomeApartments in Richmond The Westover

CURRENT SPECIAL: $500 off your first month Located in the Forest Hill neighborhood, The Westover provides spacious 1-bedroom apartment homes with upscale finishes including a waterfall quartz countertop and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and modern shaker-style cabinetry. Bathrooms include over-sized subway tile tub surrounds, and ample countertop space. All homes come equipped with a stackable washer and dryer, dishwasher, microwave, glass cooktop stove and oven, and an undermount kitchen sink.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Westover is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Westover has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Westover
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Westover offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Westover goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Westover receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Westover is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust The Westover to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Westover is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • Pet deposit required
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile

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 The Westover compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

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Rent trends in Westover Hills

1-bedroom apartments at The Westover cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Richmond.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Richmond
A table of studio rental data trends in Richmond
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,254
December 2023$1,237
January 2024$1,248
February 2024$1,239
March 2024$1,216
April 2024$1,238
May 2024$1,265
June 2024$1,253
July 2024$1,256
August 2024$1,246
September 2024$1,241
October 2024$1,284
November 2024$1,297
December 2024$1,320
January 2025$1,303
February 2025$1,288
March 2025$1,268
April 2025$1,255
May 2025$1,248
June 2025$1,270
July 2025$1,250
August 2025$1,252
September 2025$1,284
October 2025$1,294

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$57,480/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,480 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,437.
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Schools near The Westover

Westover Hills Elementary School

1211 jahnke 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
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Getting around Richmond near 5047 Forest Hill Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
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 5047 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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