Lakeside is a neighborhood located in the Henrico County of Virginia, adjacent to the city of Richmond. It is primarily a residential area with a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. Situated around the Lakeside Avenue corridor, which runs north-south through the neighborhood. This street is lined with local businesses, including restaurants, shops, and services, which gives the area a small-town feel. Known for its vibrant community and eclectic mix of local businesses, and a thriving local arts scene and a number of unique and trendy shops and restaurants. It is primarily a family-friendly community with a mix of longtime residents and newcomers.
There are also several parks and green spaces in the neighborhood, including Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, which is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.
Mural painted by Nico Cathcart - painter and muralist from Toronto, Ontario, currently living in Richmond, Virginia. www.nicocathcart.com/
