5. Carrsbrook
Carrsbrook homes offer spacious home sites, traditional architecture and easy access to schools and Route 29 shopping. This established neighborhood features an nice array of Brick Ranchers and Colonials, mainly built throughout the 1960s and 1970s. With home sites typically ranging from .5 to 1.5 acres, Carrsbrook real estate continues to be a popular option for anyone searching for Charlottesville real estate with large lots and great convenience.
4. Still Meadow
Still Meadow is located just north of the City of Charlottesville on 154 acres overlooking the Rivanna River. The neighborhood is comprised of 135 homes, varying in size, from 2,000 to over 5,000 square feet. Per the neighborhood covenants, all homes are comprised of at least 30% brick or “substantial masonry”, all homes have at least two-car garages. Downtown Charlottesville is less than ten minutes away and shopping, dining and recreational activities are available within a five-minute drive. Still Meadow homes are all members of the community swim and tennis club.
3. Fieldbrook/Raintree
Fieldbrook and Raintree are two adjacent neighborhoods situated just off near the intersection of Route 29 and Rio Road. Fieldbrook and Raintree homes typically range in size from 1600-3000 square feet, offer a variety of architectural styles, and were mainly built throughout the 1980s. These neighborhoods are popular choices if you are looking for an established Albemarle County neighborhood that is convenient to both Route 29 and Downtown Charlottesville.
2. Hollymead
Hollymead features a nice mix of homes and housing types ranging from condominiums to townhomes to single family homes. This community – situated in between Forest Lakes North and South – is close to schools, parks, and major shopping. Hollymead condominiums and town homes in Hollymead are newer and offer distinctive amenities, including pools. The single family homes were built in the 60s, 70s, and 80s and feature a variety of architectural styles. Easy access to major employers like NGIC, Crutchfield, GE, and the UVA Research Park.
1. Forest Lakes
As one of the largest neighborhoods in Charlottesville and Albemarle County with approximately 1,400 homes, Forest Lakes is divided into two main sections – Forest Lakes North and Forest Lakes South. Community amenities include: six beautiful lakes, wooded lots, miles of walking/biking paths, two large swimming pools, two basketball courts, 10 tennis courts (8 lighted), two soccer fields, and a fitness center. Some Forest Lakes homes also have beautiful mountain or water views. Forest Lakes real estate options include single family homes and townhomes. Residents in some areas of the neighborhood can walk to shopping and dining, but all residents are a quick drive to Hollymead Town Center. Forest Lakes is a popular option if you are looking for NGIC real estate choices.
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