Cost to Professional Landscaping / Landscape Design in Richmond, VA

$2,790–$27,900 in Richmond

7% below the national average · 0.93x cost multiplier

Homeowners in Richmond typically spend $2,790–$27,900 on a professional landscaping / landscape design, about 7% below the national average. Labor rates and contractor availability in the Southeast region drive much of the price difference. Permit requirements and material delivery costs also play a role. See the full tier-by-tier breakdown below before requesting bids.

Cost Breakdown in Richmond

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per sq ft	$4	$7	$19
Materials	$1,674	$5,115	$16,740
Labor	$1,395	$5,115	$16,740
Permits	$0	$279	$930
Design	$465	$1,395	$4,650
Total	$3,534-7% vs. national avg	$11,904-7% vs. national avg	$39,060-7% vs. national avg

Budget

Basic front yard refresh for 1,500 sq ft - new mulch, 10-15 new shrubs and perennials, simple edging, no hardscape

Mid-Range

Mid-range full front and backyard redesign for 3,000 sq ft - professional plan, new plantings, mulch, basic paver walkway, landscape lighting, irrigation tie-in

Premium

High-end full property landscape design for 5,000+ sq ft - master plan, premium plant palette, natural stone walkways and walls, full irrigation system, outdoor lighting, drainage, specimen trees

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Richmond may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Basic Refresh (Mulch, Edging, Annuals)	$1 - $4 per sq ft	Lowest cost, immediate visual impact, easy to change each year, good DIY project	Annuals must be replanted each year, does not add long-term property value	Rental properties, quick curb appeal improvements, or homeowners preparing to sellLowest cost, immediate visual impact, easy to change each year, good DIY project
Perennial and Shrub Planting	$3 - $8 per sq ft	Plants mature and fill in over 2-3 years, lower long-term cost than annuals, seasonal interest	Looks sparse in year one, requires patience, plant selection must match climate and microclimate	Homeowners who think long-term and want a landscape that improves each year with minimal replantingPlants mature and fill in over 2-3 years, lower long-term cost than annuals, seasonal interest
Natural Stone Accent Plantings	$8 - $18 per sq ft	Distinctive look, natural stone never needs replacement, low maintenance, premium aesthetic	Expensive, heavy, requires professional installation for stability, limited to accent areas	High-visibility areas like entry gardens, specimen tree circles, or front foundation plantings on premium propertiesDistinctive look, natural stone never needs replacement, low maintenance, premium aesthetic
Low-Water / Native Plant Landscape	$4 - $10 per sq ft	Lower water costs, minimal maintenance once established, wildlife-friendly, increasingly popular aesthetic	Looks informal or 'weedy' to some homeowners, plant selection is climate-specific, may conflict with HOA rules	Drought-prone areas (Southwest, Mountain West), environmentally conscious homeowners, low-maintenance preferencesLower water costs, minimal maintenance once established, wildlife-friendly, increasingly popular aesthetic
Formal / Estate Landscape Design	$12 - $30+ per sq ft	Highest aesthetic impact, symmetric and dramatic, significant property value addition	High maintenance, expensive initially, requires skilled installation and ongoing care	High-value properties where outdoor curb appeal and landscaping are central to the property's characterHighest aesthetic impact, symmetric and dramatic, significant property value addition

Other Projects in Richmond

Full Kitchen Remodel

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Richmond Estimate

Typical Range

$2,790–$27,900

vs. National Average

7% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.93x

Cost Per sq ft

$4–$19

Estimates apply Richmond's 0.93x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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