Montrose Virginia Map

About Montrose, Virginia

Montrose is a locality in Henrico County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,285. The population density is 1034.5 people per km². Montrose is located at 37.5207°N, 77.3783°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 23223.

Montrose unfolds along the western edge of the James River, its landscape a gentle embrace of rolling terrain that slopes towards the water. It lies 5.0 miles east-south-east of Richmond, VA (from Richmond, VA: bearing 117°T), and is situated 6.1 miles south of Mechanicsville. Here, the air often carries the damp, earthy scent of fertile Virginia soil, mingling with the fainter, salt-tinged breath of the broader Chesapeake. Mature trees, oak and pine mostly, stand sentinel over the land, their branches reaching out in a slow, deliberate dance against the often bright, expansive sky. The character of Montrose is one of quiet habitation, a place where the day's work unfolds with a steady, unassuming pace. Houses, some weathered and aged, others newer and bright, dot the landscape, their presence harmonizing with the natural contours of the land rather than imposing upon them. The history of Montrose is tied intrinsically to the James River, a vital artery for commerce and settlement since colonial times. Though not a grand industrial hub, Montrose has long been a place where the land provides, its economy historically rooted in agriculture and the bounty of the river. Evidence of this past can be seen in the enduring patterns of cultivation and the occasional weathered barn or farmhouse that speaks of generations who worked this ground. Today, Montrose retains a connection to its heritage, while also embracing the conveniences of modern life, a subtle blend of the old and the new. The river itself remains a focal point, offering not just its historical significance but also recreational opportunities, a constant, flowing reminder of Montrose's enduring relationship with the water.

About This Montrose Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Montrose, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.520702, -77.378314. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Montrose and Henrico County.

Detailed location data for Montrose includes the ZIP code (23231), telephone area code (804), county seat of Henrico County, and school district assignment (Henrico County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Montrose is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.