Chester, VA

Stroll this central park and see historic markers, the 1892 Chester Presbyterian Church, and monuments that tell the story of the community's development from a railroad crossroads.

Spend a day in Virginia's largest state park. The Beaver Lake Trail is a popular moderate hike, while mountain bikers flock to the park's extensive and well-maintained trail system.

This community park is a local favorite with playgrounds, sports fields, picnic shelters, and a walking path. It's the perfect spot for a casual family afternoon or a weekend soccer game.

Find everything you need at this major retail center, featuring big-box stores, grocery anchors, and a variety of restaurants and services, all conveniently located off I-95.

Just across the line in Colonial Heights, this historic gristmill-turned-theatre is a cultural staple, producing professional musicals and plays in an intimate, unique setting.

Settle into a booth at a long-standing local restaurant for fried chicken, country ham biscuits, and sweet tea—the quintessential Chester dining experience.

The historic heart of Chester, centered around the Village Green and Rt. 1. This area features older homes, local businesses, and a strong sense of community identity.

A large, well-established neighborhood with a mix of traditional and contemporary homes, community pools, and quiet streets popular with families and long-time residents.

Technically in neighboring Chesterfield but often associated with Chester, this master-planned community offers resort-style amenities, including a private lake, pools, and extensive trails.

A newer development area near the I-95/I-295 interchange, featuring modern subdivisions with easy highway access to both Richmond and Petersburg.

The neighborhoods along the Appomattox River near the historic site offer more space, larger lots, and a peaceful, semi-rural feel while remaining close to town.