Richmond metro, VA relocation guide
Moving to Colonial Heights, VA
About Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights is an independent city (incorporated as a town 1926, as a city 1948) on the heights above the Appomattox River, part of the Tri-Cities. Its name comes from Lafayette's Revolutionary War artillery — the "Colonials" — positioned here to shell British-held Petersburg. Today it is a compact suburb with the region's main retail corridors and deep Civil War history (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026).
Home prices in Colonial Heights
Home prices in Colonial Heights vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Colonial Heights
- Violet Bank Museum — Federal-era mansion that served as General Robert E. Lee's headquarters during the Siege of Petersburg.
- Fort Clifton Park — Appomattox riverfront park with well-preserved Civil War earthworks.
- Keystone Antique Truck & Tractor Museum — large collection of vintage tractors and vehicles.
- The Boulevard (US-1/301) and Southpark Mall — the Tri-Cities' main retail corridor.
- Lakeview Park — lake, trails, and recreation in the middle of the city.
- Appomattox River trails — riverside walking and biking paths.
- White Bank Park — athletic fields and river access on the city's east side.
Commuting from Colonial Heights
- Approximately 30 miles south of downtown Richmond via I-95; typical drive ~30–40 minutes (approximate).
- No GRTC service; commuters drive. I-95 and the Boulevard (US-1/301) are the main arteries.
Schools in Colonial Heights
Public schools: Colonial Heights City Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Colonial Heights FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Colonial Heights, VA?
Home prices in Colonial Heights vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Colonial Heights, VA?
Approximately 30 miles south of downtown Richmond via I-95; typical drive ~30–40 minutes (approximate). - Which school district serves Colonial Heights, VA?
Colonial Heights is served by Colonial Heights City Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.