Richmond

Brauers, Richmond Neighborhood

Brauers offers a peaceful neighborhood with a variety of housing options including single detached homes, apartments, and duplexes. Its well-planned streets provide easy access to numerous nearby businesses and grocery stores, making daily errands simple. With several parks located conveniently within the area, residents can find tranquil green spaces to relax. This neighborhood provides a cycling-friendly environment, supported by nearby highways that enhance travel convenience. Multiple bus lines link the area to surrounding districts by public transit. A diverse selection of restaurants enriches the local dining scene, while educational facilities are within close proximity of most residences.

Brauers offers a slower-paced ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of Richmond is quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. Finally, there are a few green spaces close by for residents to discover and they are especially well-distributed, which makes it easy to access them.

Highlights of Brauers

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

⚾ Lucks Field

A neighborhood park on North 20th Street featuring baseball diamonds, basketball and tennis courts plus an outdoor gym—a key recreational hub just blocks from many Brauers homes.

🏊 Fairmount Pool

A public, lifeguarded outdoor swimming facility just outside Brauers offering a refreshing summer escape and a gathering spot for neighborhood families.

🛒 The Market at 25th

A community-oriented grocery on 25th Street bringing affordable, high‑quality produce to Brauers, with year‑round half‑off discounts on fruits and vegetables for SNAP users.

🏫 Armstrong High School

The local high school serving Brauers students, home of the Wildcats and offering the Armstrong Leadership Program in partnership with Richmond Hill for mentorship and student development.

🍕 Pizza Bones (Union Hill)

Just adjacent in Union Hill, this pizzeria is famed for its sourdough‑crust pies and natural wine room, Friend Bar—an ideal casual dining spot for Brauers residents.

Brauers

This May in Brauers

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

May 3, 2026

Carytown Farmers Market

City Stadium (3201 Maplewood Ave) • 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

A weekly Sunday market launching this season on May 3, perfect for residents to pick up fresh local produce, crafts, and support Richmond's community of farmers and artisans.

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May 15–17, 2026

Dominion Energy Riverrock

James River riverfront corridor (Downtown Richmond)

This free outdoor sports and music festival brings trail running, kayaking, live music, and adventure activities right to Richmond’s riverfront—ideal for active residents wanting to explore outdoor recreation in the city.

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May 16, 2026

Richmond Moon Market: May Faire

Stone Brewing (4300 Williamsburg Avenue) • 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

A quirky craft and wellness market celebrating mushrooms with live music, food, workshops, and a costume contest—great for families and creative folks looking for a fun, local experience.

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May 3, 2026

Mother's Day Artisan Market

Main Line Brewery (1603 Ownby Ln) • 1:00 PM–5:00 PM

Celebrate Mom by shopping handmade gifts, enjoying craft beer, and playing outdoor games—an easygoing, family-friendly outing for local residents.

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May 21, 2026

Joe Russo's Almost Dead at Allianz Amphitheater

Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront

Catch a Grateful Dead–inspired jam band live in concert—a major regional music event that’s easily accessible to Brauers residents looking for an evening of live music.

From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Brauers

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Brauers

Neighborhood Characteristics

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