Dating back to the 1700s, Oregon Hill is filled with monuments and buildings that hearken back to their Civil War roots. Nowadays, Oregon Hill’s proximity to Virginia Commonwealth University has transformed it into a trendy and vibrant neighborhood filled with renovated homes, restaurants, and bars. Its nearby access to the James River makes it a popular favorite for young professionals and students who prefer a taste of the outdoors.
Highlights
- Access to many parks and the river
- High walkability score
- Proximity to a lively dining and bar scene
- Notable Hollywood Cemetery
Did you know?
Oregon Hill’s Hollywood Cemetery is the resting place for a number of notable historical figures, including Presidents James Monroe and John Tyler, Confederate President Jefferson Davis, and Confederate generals George Pickett and J.E.B. Stuart.
