I recently received an e-mail from Retro Richmond reader Toby asking about mid-century communities in the area. Here’s what he had to say:

My wife and I are real big fans of Retro Richmond.

I’m interviewing for a job up there — in Raleigh now — and I’ve got a question for ya.

Are there any mid-century neighborhoods in town (or the outlying towns) that would be a good place to start looking? Nothing too fancy and nothing bombed out — just a cool old neighborhood with REAL people living in it?

A time capsule would be great, but I’m not gonna get my hopes up.

Thanks for your time — and for a great web site.

Toby

I’ve suggested Highland Hills, Chamberlayne Hills, Monument Avenue (a shot in the dark, I know) and the area near Bellevue off Brook. There are a few in there. But where else?

I’m turning to my Richmond readers once again! Let’s help Toby find a cool mid-century home! If you know of some happening mid-century neighborhoods in and around town, please post a comment and let everyone know.

It will also give me an idea of places to take photos!