6809 South Drive

Location, location ! One of the rarest setups in Richmond walk to Pony Pasture, the James River and restaurants (trailhead across the street) while living just 5/10 minutes from Carytown, Stony Point, and downtown. This is one of the very few areas where you can have privacy, usable land, and immediate access to miles of riverfront trails all within the city. Fully renovated down to the studs in 2018, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a fully fenced front and backyard with mature landscaping and fruit trees (peach, fig, jujube, guava, lychee), creating a peaceful and functional outdoor space. Inside, the home combines character and modern upgrades with 10-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, arched openings, and abundant natural light. There are two functional fireplaces, including one in the oversized primary bedroom, which also features direct access to a private backyard courtyard. The main level offers a flexible and practical layout: Primary bedroom with fireplace and backyard access Second bedroom Updated and expanded bathroom (2025) Large bonus room with private entrance (ideal office, guest space, or additional bedroom) Bright sunroom laundry with large-capacity washer and dryer (2021) Upstairs: Two additional bedrooms, including one oversized room Full bathroom with heated tile floors and floor-to-ceiling tile finishes The kitchen was renovated in 2021 and opens to the dining area, featuring solid wood Kemper cabinets (soft-close), new flooring, stainless steel appliances, and butcher block countertops. Major system upgrades already completed: 4 independent climate zones (Bosch heat pumps + LG mini splits) Spray foam insulation Updated plumbing and electrical (new panels) Pella high-efficiency windows and French doors with safety locks. The exterior adds even more value: Detached 25x18 garage (2023) with overbuilt foundation for a future 2-story ADU Workshop shed with electricity New driveway Fully fenced front and backyard Conveniently located: Walk to Pony Pasture and river trails 7 minutes to Carytown and Stony Point 10 minutes to downtown Easy highway access Recent light appraisal completed February 28 at $687,000 (available upon request). Homes offering this level of location, privacy, upgrades, and direct access to the James River are extremely limited. This is a rare opportunity to own one of them.