The Grove at Lucks Lane

Independent Assessment

The age-restricted designation is corroborated by an independent engineering firm's project spotlight (AES), which describes the development explicitly as a '55+ age-restricted development on 19.53 acres' — a source with no marketing incentive to overstate the restriction, which strengthens confidence in the claim. Cornerstone Homes' own blog content consistently frames the community as an 'Active Adult Community' as well. The HOA's formal HOPA certification documentation was not independently obtained, so that remains an open item, but the combination of an engineering-firm project description and consistent builder framing is a reasonably solid basis for treating this as genuinely age-restricted.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who want a true courtyard-style, low-maintenance attached home — two bedrooms, two baths, plus flex space, all on one level with a private driveway and garage — in a well-located Midlothian setting close to major retail, are the clear fit. The Epcon-style product is specifically designed for buyers downsizing from a larger single-family home who still want private outdoor space rather than a shared-hallway condo.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Cornerstone Homes developed The Grove at Lucks Lane as a 62-home, age-restricted community on 19.53 acres in Midlothian. Homes follow the Epcon courtyard-home model: Craftsman-style exteriors, private driveways, covered entries, two-car garages, private outdoor living spaces, open-concept living and dining areas, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and flex rooms, with floor plans ranging from about 1,547 to 2,495 square feet.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

No confirmed specific, current price range for The Grove at Lucks Lane was found from a reliable source. Given its Epcon-style courtyard-home product, Midlothian location, and relatively compact floor plans (1,547–2,495 sq ft), it is reasonably positioned similarly to other attached, low-maintenance 55+ new-construction options in the Richmond metro — but buyers should get current builder pricing directly from Cornerstone Homes rather than relying on any listed figure.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

The Grove at Lucks Lane is in active new-construction sales as of the last update, meaning a builder warranty applies to new homes, but pricing and available homesites change as the community continues to build out on its 19.53-acre site. Buyers should get current pricing and availability directly from Cornerstone Homes rather than relying on the listed figures.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes here are subject to Chesterfield County real estate tax, assessed and billed at the county level. Buyers should confirm the current tax rate and this home's specific assessed value directly with Chesterfield County's Real Estate Assessor's Office, and should ask about the county's real estate tax relief program for qualifying residents 65 and older.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

The Grove at Lucks Lane's Epcon courtyard-home design is its defining lifestyle feature: each home has a private driveway and covered entry rather than a shared building entrance, giving residents single-family-style privacy within a genuinely low-maintenance, HOA-supported attached-home format. The tree-lined walking paths and community gardens support a quieter, more residential feel than a large resort-amenity campus.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

The community sits in Midlothian, Chesterfield County, about 13 miles from downtown Richmond — roughly 15 minutes by car, with Richmond International Airport about 30 minutes away. It is close to an unusually dense cluster of grocery options, including Walmart, Publix, Wegmans, Kroger, Food Lion, The Fresh Market, Sam's Club, and Costco.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

An independent engineering firm's project spotlight describes The Grove at Lucks Lane explicitly as a '55+ age-restricted development' — a source without a direct marketing incentive to characterize it that way, which supports treating the restriction as genuine rather than aspirational. Cornerstone Homes' own blog content consistently frames it as an active-adult community as well. The HOA's formal HOPA 80/20 occupancy compliance documentation was not independently obtained, and buyers should still request it directly from Cornerstone Homes before purchasing.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

At 62 homes on a relatively compact 19.53-acre site, the amenity package here is intentionally modest — a covered fireplace pavilion, dog park, and community gardens rather than a large clubhouse with a fitness center and resort pool. Buyers who specifically want a big-amenity, resort-style 55+ community should compare CrossRidge or Woolridge Landing instead. As with any actively building community, buyers should confirm which amenities are complete versus still under construction before purchasing into an early phase.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Within the Midlothian/western Chesterfield corridor, The Grove at Lucks Lane is most directly comparable to Kenbrook at Harpers Mill as a moderately scaled, attached or entry-level new-construction 55+ option, though The Grove's Epcon courtyard-home format and stand-alone (not master-plan-embedded) structure set it apart. Buyers who want detached single-family homes or a larger resort-style amenity package should compare Woolridge Landing or Lake Margaret at the Highlands instead.

Current Listings

A connected local agent can provide current available homesites, Cornerstone Homes' current base pricing, and any early resale activity within The Grove at Lucks Lane.

Is The Grove at Lucks Lane legally age-restricted?

An independent engineering firm's project description explicitly calls it a '55+ age-restricted development,' and Cornerstone Homes' own materials consistently describe it as an active-adult community. Buyers should still request formal HOPA certification documentation directly before purchasing.

What type of homes are these?

Attached, Craftsman-style Epcon courtyard homes with private driveways, covered entries, and two-car garages — designed to feel like single-family living within a low-maintenance HOA structure. Floor plans range from about 1,547 to 2,495 square feet.

How many homes are in the community?

62 homes on a 19.53-acre site in Midlothian, Chesterfield County.

What amenities does it have?

A covered fireplace pavilion, dog park, community gardens, and walking trails — a modest, outdoor-oriented amenity package rather than a large resort-style clubhouse.