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Living in Tuckahoe, VA

Tuckahoe, Virginia, residents live in a vibrant area with a robust economy and strong educational institutions. Several prominent local historical sites also add to the feel of the community. For example Tuckahoe Plantation, the childhood home of Thomas Jefferson, dates to 1733. Schools in the area include the University of Richmond, a prestigious private liberal arts school, and Douglas S. Freeman High School, one of the more highly rated high schools in the Commonwealth, according to U.S. News and World Report.

Regency Square Mall in Tuckahoe, VA

Things to Do

The Tuckahoe Family YMCA, on Patterson Avenue west of Parham Road, offers heated pools, wellness programs, fitness training, and group sports like volleyball. Meanwhile, Regency Square Mall gives residents a great place to shop—its 100+ tenants include a number of major anchor stores. Those who prefer the outdoors can try their luck at Gregory's Pond, a local fishing destination in Rockwood Park, or rent a boat at Swift Creek Lake in Pocahontas State Park.

After a busy day, Tuckahoe, Virginia, residents can choose among a diverse range of cuisine from area restaurants, many of which are located along Patterson Avenue and Quioccasin Road. Types of dishes include American, Italian, Greek, and even Croatian, among many others.

People walking in the mall in Tuckahoe, VA

Housing in Tuckahoe

You'll find numerous Cape Cods, Colonials and ranches in Tuckahoe neighborhoods like Barrington, Kingsley, Wellesley, Sleepy Hollow and Raintree. Three and four-bedroom residences are common, although homes with five or more bedrooms are available as well.

The Seal Athletic Center in Tuckahoe, VA

Transportation and Travel

The Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) bus routes 1 and 2 run from Regency Square Mall to downtown Richmond. Other convenient routes run along Patterson Avenue, helping to link Tuckahoe, Virginia, to Henrico to the north, Richmond to the southeast, Dumbarton to the northeast and Lorraine to the west.

 

Residents also travel easily to activities in the greater Richmond area via Interstate 64 to the north and Interstate 195 to the east. I-64 is a major east-west freeway, and I-195 is the Beltline Expressway. Amtrak's suburban Staples Mill Road Station is just 5 miles to the northeast. Train service to Washington, D.C. includes links to the Pentagon and Quantico.


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  • Those who love to fish have many options on where to cast their line including Gregory’s Pond in Rockwood Park or Swift Creek Lake in Pocahontas State Park.
  • Families and exercise enthusiasts alike make their way to the Tuckahoe Family YMCA where plenty of activities exist including swim classes, wellness programs and sports as well as gym equipment, youth camps and child care services.
  • Residents head to Patterson Avenue and Quioccasin Road to find delectable meals to meet any craving including delicious Italian dishes, American comfort foods, Greek dessert treats and more.

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