Richmond metro, VA relocation guide
Moving to Petersburg, VA
About Petersburg
Petersburg is an independent city on the Appomattox River, the historic heart of the Tri-Cities and one of America's most history-dense small cities. Founded 1748 and dubbed "The Cockade City" by President Madison, it was Virginia's second-largest city in 1860 and the site of the 9-month Siege of Petersburg (June 1864–March 1865) that ended the Civil War. Its Old Towne district holds one of the South's finest collections of 18th- and 19th-century architecture (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026).
Home prices in Petersburg
Home prices in Petersburg vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Petersburg
- Petersburg National Battlefield — National Park Service site preserving the Siege of Petersburg, including the Crater battlefield.
- Old Towne Petersburg — historic commercial district with 18th/19th-century storefronts, galleries, and restaurants.
- Centre Hill Mansion — 1823 mansion museum overlooking the city.
- Pocahontas Island Historic District — National Register district tied to one of the oldest free.
- Trapezium House — the famously "odd" 19th-century house with no right angles.
- Appomattox River trails and the city's riverfront.
- Higher education cluster: Virginia State University (adjacent in Ettrick), Richard Bland College, and Brightpoint Community College serve the area.
Commuting from Petersburg
- Approximately 25 miles south of downtown Richmond via I-95; typical drive ~25–35 minutes (approximate).
- GRTC does not serve the Tri-Cities; Petersburg Area Transit (PAT) provides local bus service (approximate; confirm current routes).
Schools in Petersburg
Public schools: Petersburg 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.
Petersburg FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Petersburg, VA?
Home prices in Petersburg vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Petersburg, VA?
Approximately 25 miles south of downtown Richmond via I-95; typical drive ~25–35 minutes (approximate). - Which school district serves Petersburg, VA?
Petersburg is served by Petersburg 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.