Moving to Claremont, VA

About Claremont

Claremont is a tiny James River town in Surry County — about 305 residents (2020 census), incorporated in 1886 as a river port and rail terminus. Named for the royal residence in Surrey, England, it holds a distinctive piece of Black history: the Temperance, Industrial, and Collegiate Institute, a school for African Americans founded by formerly enslaved educator John J. Smallwood (marked by a state historical marker). The port and railroad are long gone; today it's river views, old homes, and deep quiet — with the James River shoreline as its main asset.

Home prices in Claremont

Home prices in Claremont vary by neighborhood and property type.

Top places in Claremont

• James River shoreline — fishing, sunsets, and river views.
• Temperance, Industrial, and Collegiate Institute historical marker — the Smallwood school site.
• Historic town homes — late-1800s port-town architecture.
• Claremont Beach area — river access.

Commuting from Claremont

• To Williamsburg: ~35–45 minutes via VA-10/VA-31 and the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry or via I-64 (approximate).
• To Newport News: ~50–60 minutes (approximate).
• To Richmond: ~60–70 minutes via VA-10 (approximate).

Schools in Claremont

Public schools: Surry 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.

Claremont FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Claremont, VA?
  Home prices in Claremont vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026
• How is the commute from Claremont, VA?
  To Williamsburg: ~35–45 minutes via VA-10/VA-31 and the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry or via I-64 (approximate).
• Which school district serves Claremont, VA?
  Claremont is served by Surry County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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