Neil Hodge Realtor

03/25/2026

For all your Richmond VA area real estate needs:
Neil Hodge Realtor®
Boyd Realty Group
6784 Forest Hill Ave
Richmond VA 23225
804-456-6000
[email protected]
Home search site:
NeilHodgeRealtor.BRGRealty.us

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03/24/2026

🏡 What ~$300,000 Gets You in 23224 vs $310,000 🏠

At $300K (give or take) in 23224, you’re typically looking at:
• 2–3 bedrooms, 1–2 baths
• Roughly 900–1,300 sq ft
• Smaller lots, often 0.10–0.25 acres
• Older housing stock (1940s–1970s common)
• Mix of:
• Lightly updated homes
• Or “half-renovated / needs finishing touches”
• Kitchens often basic upgrades (LVP, painted cabinets, maybe laminate/granite mix)
• HVAC/roof may be functional but not new

Example range in that zip shows homes like:
• ~1,080–1,136 sq ft, 3 bed/2 bath around $265K–$300K 
• Smaller 2–3 bed homes under $250K still exist but need work 

👉 In plain English:
$300K = solid starter home, decent condition, but not flashy.

🏡 What ~$310,000 Gets You in 23224 🏠

That extra $10K doesn’t drastically change size — but it does change quality and competitiveness.

At $310K, you typically start seeing:
• Same 2–3 bed footprint, BUT:
• More complete renovations
• Updated kitchens (granite/quartz, stainless)
• Cleaner bathrooms (tile work vs. insert)
• Better curb appeal
• More likely:
• Move-in ready
• Fewer immediate repairs
• Sometimes a slight bump:
• +100–200 sq ft
• Or better layout flow

👉 In plain English:
$310K = the “turnkey version” of the $300K house.

🎯 The Real Difference (What Matters Most)

Here’s the key insight you can use with clients:
• $300K buys you into the neighborhood
• $310K helps you win the better house

In 23224 specifically:
• Inventory under $300K is still active, but competitive
• The clean, updated homes tend to cluster just above $300K
• That extra $10K often avoids:
• Multiple offers
• Deferred maintenance
• “lipstick flip” concerns

💬 How I’d Say It to a Client

“If we’re at $300K, we’ll find something good.
If we can stretch to $310K, we’ll find something you don’t have to fix.”

Neil Hodge
Boyd Realty Group

Neil Hodge, Realtor®
Boyd Realty Group
Richmond Va 23225 804-456-6000 👉[email protected]
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03/21/2026

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03/18/2026

For all your Richmond VA area real estate needs:
Neil Hodge Realtor®
Boyd Realty Group
6784 Forest Hill Ave
Richmond VA 23225
804-456-6000
[email protected]
Home search site:
NeilHodgeRealtor.BRGRealty.us

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03/16/2026

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03/13/2026

For all your Richmond VA area real estate needs:
Neil Hodge Realtor®
Boyd Realty Group
6784 Forest Hill Ave
Richmond VA 23225
804-456-6000
[email protected]
Home search site:
NeilHodgeRealtor.BRGRealty.us

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03/13/2026

Born and raised right here in Richmond, Virginia, I’m proud to serve my neighbors as a dedicated Realtor with Boyd Realty Group. My journey to real estate didn’t follow a straight line. I served in the United States Navy, where I learned discipline, loyalty, and what it means to serve something bigger than yourself. After my service, I chased my entrepreneurial spirit, owning and operating restaurants and nightclubs in the Richmond area, building relationships, solving problems on the fly, and learning what hard work really looks like.

Those life lessons didn’t just shape me, they guide how I work for you. I bring integrity, patience, and a strong sense of duty to every transaction. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a beloved family property, or investing in real estate, I’m committed to making the process straightforward, honest, and successful.

I love this city, its people, its history, its quirks and I’m passionate about helping people find their place in it. That means listening carefully, advocating fiercely, and walking you through each step with clear guidance and a steady hand.

My clients often tell me I feel more like a trusted friend than a typical agent. Many highlight my patience, responsiveness, market knowledge, and the personal touch qualities I bring to every conversation and negotiation.

When I’m not out showing homes or helping clients make big plans, I’m usually spending time with my family, catching up with good friends, or hanging out with my Great Dane, Auden — he’s big on personality and even bigger on cuddles.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just want a clear snapshot of the Richmond market, I’d be honored to sit down and talk through your goals. No pressure. Just friendly, expert real estate help from someone who truly cares about you and the place we call home.

Neil Hodge, Realtor®
6784 Forest Hill Ave
Richmond VA 23225
804-456-6000
[email protected]
NeilHodgeRealtor.BRGRealty.us

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03/12/2026

This morning in Richmond, Virginia I stepped outside thinking spring had finally kicked the door open. It was 72 degrees, birds singing, folks walking dogs, and every REALTOR® in town thinking, “Well alright now… the Spring Market of 2026 is fixing to get rolling.

Buyers are calling, sellers are cleaning closets, and yards are getting their first hopeful mow of the season.

Then Richmond did what Richmond does.

By afternoon the temperature dropped faster than a bad appraisal and suddenly it’s 28 degrees and snowing like Mother Nature misplaced the calendar. I half expected to see a snowman holding an open house sign.

Now for folks house hunting today, it may have felt like touring homes in two different states. One showing you’re looking at patios and backyard gardens… the next showing you’re wondering if the driveway will need a snow shovel.

But here’s the funny thing about real estate in the Richmond area. A little weather drama doesn’t slow the market down for long. If anything, it just gives buyers a good look at how a home handles the elements. Sunshine showing you the curb appeal… snow showing you the roof, insulation, and heating system earning their keep.

And truth be told, the Spring 2026 housing market in Richmond is shaping up to be a strong one. Inventory is starting to wake up, buyers are still motivated, and good homes are getting attention quicker than a biscuit at Sunday supper.

So if you see a REALTOR® out there today holding an umbrella, sunglasses, and a snow shovel all at the same time… that’s probably just one of us working the Richmond market.

Because around here the weather might change by lunchtime…

…but helping folks find the right home is always in season.

Call now to connect with business.

02/27/2026

Richmond Real Estate: My Spring 2026 “Best Guess” Forecast (March–May) 🏡🌷
By Neil Hodge, REALTOR®

Alright y’all, I’ve been watching our numbers like a hawk watching a French fry, and here’s my speculative take on what March, April, and May may look like around Richmond.

What we’re coming out of:
Even through the winter months, inventory stayed tight (months of supply dropped from 1.8 in November to 1.3 in January), and that’s the kind of math that keeps sellers smiling and buyers moving fast. 
We also saw prices stay sturdy (roughly $395k–$415k median across Nov–Jan) with the usual January dip. 

My projection for March–May (speculative, based on the trend lines)

1) More homes will hit the market, but not enough to “flood” it.
Spring always brings listings. I expect inventory to loosen a touch from January’s squeeze, but still likely in a seller-leaning range (think “still competitive,” not “wide open”). We’ve been sitting around ✅ 1.3–1.8 months of supply recently, which is tight by any normal definition. 

2) Buyer activity should pick up, especially if rates hang around the high 5’s/low 6’s.
With the 30 year hovering near
✅ 6% lately, more buyers tend to re enter the chat once flowers bloom and leases end. 

3) Days on market should improve from winter, but “properly priced” is still the magic word.
We ran 31–37 DOM in Nov–Jan. My guess is we drift downward in March/April, then competition heats up into May for the well-prepped, well-priced homes. 

4) Prices: modest upward pressure in spring, not a rocket ship.
Given we’re already near $395k–$415k median in the winter stretch, I’d expect spring pricing to firm up (especially in the most in-demand neighborhoods and school districts), but with buyers being more payment conscious than they were in the “easy money” days. 

What this probably means for you
🎯 Sellers: If your home shows well and is priced right, spring could bring strong traffic and solid offers. Inventory’s been tight, and that’s still your friend. 
🎯 Buyers: You’ll likely see more choices than January, but don’t expect a sleepy market. The best homes will still move fast, so strategy matters.

Neil Hodge, Realtor®
Boyd Realty Group
Richmond Va 23225 804-456-6000 [email protected]

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⭐️Disclaimer: This is a speculative projection based on recent market data and current rate trends, not a guarantee of future performance.

12/05/2025

Winter ❄️ Wonderland in the RVA Neil Hodge, Realtor® Boyd Realty Group Richmond Va 23225 804-456-6000 [email protected]

11/25/2025

🏡 Thinking about buying a home in 2026? Here are the steps to start NOW:
1️⃣ Check your credit
2️⃣ Build your savings
3️⃣ Get pre-approved (not just pre-qualified)
4️⃣ Know your comfortable monthly payment
5️⃣ Cut down debt
6️⃣ Make your “must-have” list
7️⃣ Start watching neighborhoods
8️⃣ Don’t buy a car or take on new debt
9️⃣ Keep an eye on rates
🔟 Talk with a local REALTOR® early (Hey, that’s me 😄)

If you’re planning to buy in 2026, I can help you get fully prepared — message me anytime!
– Neil Hodge REALTOR®
Boyd Realty Group
Richmond Va 23225 804-456-6000 [email protected]
NeilHodgeRealtor.BRGRealty.us

Neil Hodge
Boyd Realty Group

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