Richmond metro, VA relocation guide
Moving to Amelia Court House, VA
About Amelia Court House
Amelia Court House is the county seat of Amelia County and a census-designated place. The 2020 census counted 965 residents (per Wikipedia, read September 25, 2026). Named for Princess Amelia of Great Britain in 1735, the village centers on the Amelia County Courthouse with a small historic commercial district. Amelia is farm country — historically known for its mineral springs and resorts — with the Amelia Wildlife Management Area and Sayler's Creek Battlefield (Civil War) nearby. It offers some of the metro's most affordable acreage within a ~45-minute drive of Richmond.
Home prices in Amelia Court House
Home prices in Amelia Court House vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Amelia Court House
- Amelia County Courthouse and the historic village district.
- Sayler's Creek Battlefield Historical State Park (nearby) — Civil War history.
- Amelia Wildlife Management Area — hunting, fishing, and hiking.
- Historic mineral-springs sites and 19th-century resort heritage.
- US-360 farm corridor and country stores.
Commuting from Amelia Court House
- Approximately 35 miles southwest of downtown Richmond via U.S. Route 360; typical off-peak drive ~45 minutes (approximate).
- No GRTC fixed-route transit; driving is the only practical commute.
Amelia Court House FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Amelia Court House, VA?
Home prices in Amelia Court House vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Amelia Court House, VA?
Approximately 35 miles southwest of downtown Richmond via U.S. Route 360; typical off-peak drive ~45 minutes (approximate).
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.