Location: Chester, VA 23831
County: Chesterfield County, VA
Home Type: One-level condos and townhomes
School District: Chesterfield County Public Schools
Welcome to Stonebridge Gardens
Easy, low-maintenance living in the heart of Chester.
Are you looking for a low-maintenance, one-level home in
Chester? Stonebridge Gardens may be the perfect neighborhood for you. The Chester, VA area is home to some of the more fairly priced properties in metro Richmond, and Stonebridge Gardens is no exception. Residents also get to enjoy a plethora of neighborhood amenities for the whole family and close proximity to Highways 288 and 301, and Interstate 95. With central
Richmond located just 15 miles up the interstate, exciting nights out enjoying downtown's nightlife, culture, and culinary scenes are frequently enjoyed pleasures.
The surrounding Chester neighborhood was first established around the year 1900. Chester was a stop along the railroad and carries historic significance, including sites tied to both the American Revolution and Civil War. Chester has since grown from its once-quaint origins into a bustling community that has recently seen an uptick in new homes and businesses.
What to Love
- Easy, low-maintenance living
- Highly walkable location
- Community clubhouse
Local Lifestyle
Those looking to live a more laid-back lifestyle tend to find themselves in Stonebridge Gardens. Most residents choose this neighborhood because of the one-level living, affordable home prices in Chester, VA, and the exterior maintenance included in the HOA. Stonebridge Gardens' agreeable prices do not come with a discrepancy in other lifestyle factors: the community is centrally located, making commutes to the office or trips to neighboring areas easy.
Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping
Just a short drive up the road,
El Patron Cantina is a neighborhood favorite for enchiladas, tacos, grande burritos, and other traditional favorites, along with a selection of colorful frozen margaritas.
A large selection of fresh seafood is served at
Riptides, a family-owned and operated restaurant with a casual dining room and oyster bar. Riptides' crabcakes, crab legs, fried shrimp basket, and frog legs are among the top sellers from a menu of regional seafood favorites.
Stonebridge Gardens is a short drive from picturesque
downtown Chester, an old-fashioned Main Street district home to unique restaurants, shops, and green spaces.
Things To Do
Iron Bridge Park is one of the more popular sites in the area and one of the largest, with 187 protected acres of sporting fields and courts, playgrounds, picnic tables, and close proximity to
First Tee Golf Course. Located in adjacent
Harry G. Daniel Park, the course offers membership programs but is open to the public and hosts tournaments for golfers of all ages throughout the year.
Schools
Stonebridge Gardens is served by Chesterfield County Public Schools, one of the largest school districts in Virginia. Local schools include:
School assignment is based on the specific property address; buyers should confirm zoning for any home with Chesterfield County Public Schools before making a decision based on school assignment.
Real Estate Market
Stonebridge Gardens offers one-level condos and townhomes, with new construction townhomes in the community starting from the mid $200s and existing homes trading higher depending on size and finishes. Chester's broader 23838 area, which includes Stonebridge Gardens, carries a median real estate price around $607,302. Stonebridge Gardens sits within Chesterfield County's real estate tax rate of $0.89 per $100 of assessed value for 2026.
New construction starting price per HHHunt Homes community listing. Broader-area median real estate price per NeighborhoodScout; confirm current Stonebridge Gardens-specific pricing with an agent, as the two figures reflect different property mixes. Tax rate per Chesterfield County Real Estate Assessments, 2026.
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Annemarie Hensley and
Team Hensley have helped many families buy and sell homes in Chester, VA. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have about this community. Want to learn more about other
neighborhoods in Chesterfield County? We can help with that too.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of homes are in Stonebridge Gardens?
Stonebridge Gardens features one-level condos and townhomes designed for low-maintenance living, with exterior upkeep included through the HOA.
What is the price range in Stonebridge Gardens?
New construction townhomes in the community have started from the mid $200s, with existing homes and the broader Chester area trading at a range of prices depending on size and finishes.
What school serves Stonebridge Gardens?
Stonebridge Gardens is served by Chesterfield County Public Schools, with Thomas Dale High School, grades 9-12, as the local area high school.
How far is Stonebridge Gardens from Richmond?
Stonebridge Gardens is about 15 miles from downtown Richmond via the interstate, with easy access to Highways 288 and 301 and I-95.
Sources: HHHunt Homes, Stonebridge Gardens Townhomes community listing. NeighborhoodScout, Chester/Stonebridge Gardens median real estate price. Chesterfield County Public Schools. Chesterfield County Real Estate Assessments, 2026 tax rate.
