Henrico, Chesterfield & Hanover Counties, Virginia
Richmond's metro is experiencing significant growth, particularly in the surrounding counties. From Mechanicsville to Midlothian, explore active new construction communities across Virginia's capital region.
1.3M+
Metro Population
8,000+
New Homes Per Year
$350K–$700K
New Build Price Range
Top 15
Fastest-Growing Metro
Why buyers love Richmond
Richmond is experiencing significant growth across its metro area, particularly in the surrounding counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover. The state capital offers a diverse economy anchored by government, healthcare, finance, and a growing tech sector, providing stable employment that drives consistent housing demand.
New construction in the Richmond area spans from the Mechanicsville Turnpike corridor in Hanover County to the booming Midlothian and Chesterfield areas south of the James River. The Short Pump and Glen Allen areas in Henrico County offer modern suburban living with top retail access, while the west end continues to grow near the Innsbrook corporate corridor. Prices range from the low $300s to $700s+, with major builders like D.R. Horton, Lennar, Ryan Homes, Pulte Homes, and Taylor Morrison active across the metro.
Richmond's diverse economy spans government, healthcare (VCU Health), finance (Capital One, Dominion Energy), and a growing tech sector. The state capital's stable job market drives consistent demand for new construction.
Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover counties consistently rank among Virginia's top school districts, making the Richmond suburbs a magnet for families seeking new construction near excellent schools.
Richmond offers a unique mix of Revolutionary War history, James River outdoor recreation, and a modernizing downtown. New construction communities span from historic infill to suburban master-planned.
Richmond sits at the fall line of the James River at the edge of the Piedmont region, giving new construction communities rolling hills, mature hardwoods, and scenic views that flat coastal areas lack.
New Construction Market
Richmond's new construction market is driven by strong demand across the metro counties, with traditional and colonial-style homes dominating the master-planned communities in the rolling Piedmont hills.
Traditional, colonial, and craftsman-style single-family homes dominate, with master-planned communities featuring brick and siding exteriors across the metro counties.
Prices range from the low $300s to $700s+, with the most active new construction in the mid-$300s range across Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover counties.
Major builders include D.R. Horton, Lennar, Ryan Homes, Pulte Homes, Taylor Morrison, and local builders — each active across multiple communities in the metro.
Richmond is experiencing steady population growth with diverse economic drivers, making it one of the more stable and consistent new construction markets in the Mid-Atlantic.
Where to look
The Mechanicsville Turnpike corridor has the most new construction. Midlothian and Chesterfield to the southwest are booming. Henrico County west and north is also active.
Approximate area of Richmond, VA — communities span from Mechanicsville in the north to Chesterfield in the south, with the west end corridor extending toward Short Pump.
Active Developments
Below are current new construction areas actively selling in the Richmond metro, sorted by area. Each corridor offers a distinct mix of home styles, builders, and price points.
From the mid-$300s
Hanover County's fastest-growing area with new master-planned communities. Affordable Richmond metro with I-95 access. Single-family homes from D.R. Horton and Ryan Homes in the Mechanicsville Turnpike corridor.
Home Sizes
1,600–3,200 sq ft
Bedrooms
3–5 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the mid-$300s
Chesterfield County's premier area with top schools and Swift Creek Reservoir access. Taylor Morrison and Pulte Homes offer family-oriented master-planned communities with traditional and transitional homes.
Home Sizes
2,000–3,500 sq ft
Bedrooms
3–5 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the mid-$300s
Henrico County's retail and residential hub anchored by Short Pump Town Center. Lennar and D.R. Horton offer modern suburban living with convenient access to shopping, dining, and I-295.
Home Sizes
1,800–3,200 sq ft
Bedrooms
3–5 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the low $300s
South of Richmond with affordable new construction and growing retail. Ryan Homes and D.R. Horton offer family-friendly homes with good schools and convenient access to I-95.
Home Sizes
1,400–2,800 sq ft
Bedrooms
3–4 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the mid-$300s
Central Henrico community with an established-area feel and new builds. Pulte Homes and Taylor Morrison offer homes convenient to downtown Richmond and the Innsbrook corporate corridor.
Home Sizes
1,800–3,200 sq ft
Bedrooms
3–5 Bedrooms
Key Features
From the mid-$300s
Growing area near Innsbrook with modern homes and corporate corridor access. Lennar and D.R. Horton offer single-family homes in Henrico County's active west end market.
Home Sizes
1,600–3,000 sq ft
Bedrooms
3–5 Bedrooms
Key Features
Note: Prices, availability, and community details are approximate and subject to change. Listed information is based on publicly available builder and market data as of July 2026. Contact us for the most current pricing, lot availability, and incentive information for any Richmond-area community.
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Richmond's new construction market offers diverse options across multiple counties, each with different tax rates, school districts, and builder incentives. A local specialist who knows Mechanicsville, Midlothian, Short Pump, and Chesterfield can save you time and money.
