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About West Point
West Point is a river town in King William County at the head of the York River, where the Mattaponi and Pamunkey rivers meet.
Home prices in West Point
Home prices in West Point vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in West Point
- The Point — the confluence of the Mattaponi and Pamunkey rivers forming the York River; waterfront views and sunsets.
- West Point Historic District — much of downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with 19th- and early-20th-century storefronts.
- West Point Crab Carnival — the town's signature annual festival (early October), a decades-long tradition.
- Mattaponi and Pamunkey Indian Reservations — two of Virginia's oldest reservations, a few miles north of town (tribal lands; visit respectfully, public access limited).
- West Point public boat landings — access to the York River for boating, fishing, and kayaking.
- Main Street shops and restaurants — small-town commercial core with river-town character.
- Nearby: the 1888-era railroad and port history exhibits via the Historical Society of West Point.
Commuting from West Point
- Approximately 38 miles east of downtown Richmond via VA-30 and I-64/US-360 corridors; typical drive ~50–60 minutes (approximate).
- No passenger rail or GRTC service; commuters drive. Route 30 connects to I-64 at Bottoms Bridge for the Richmond run.
Schools in West Point
Public schools: King William County 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.
West Point FAQs
- What is the housing market like in West Point, VA?
Home prices in West Point vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from West Point, VA?
Approximately 38 miles east of downtown Richmond via VA-30 and I-64/US-360 corridors; typical drive ~50–60 minutes (approximate). - Which school district serves West Point, VA?
West Point is served by King William County 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.