Seclusion and starry skies in southcentral Virginia
A tranquil atmosphere and bucolic setting attract residents to Jetersville, an unincorporated community in southwestern Amelia County. “Jetersville is literally a zip code with a post office, a fire department and lots of beautiful rolling hills with family farms,” says local Realtor Anita Williamson of James River Realty Group. “It’s very rural—like a starry nights and ATVs kind of setting— and the peace and quiet is the draw.” Homes sit spread out on spacious properties, providing privacy and seclusion from neighbors. Due to its remote location, residents rely on cars for transportation, driving about 15 to 20 minutes for shopping, dining and other modern amenities. “It’s a paradigm shift if you come out this far,” Williamson says. “We’re trading convenience of being right there close to everything for having to plan things out.” Still, locals have plenty of surrounding options for small-town stores and restaurants, including nearby Amelia, Burkeville and Blackstone, as well as the urban atmosphere of Richmond, about 47 miles northeast.
Larger lots and open land offer room to build or spread out
The community’s rural setting allows for larger properties and more land than surrounding communities. “Larger lots out in the country are usually over 2 acres,” Williamson says. Parcels of land for sale provide the opportunity for custom construction, with acreage ranging from 2 up to 180. Homes range in style and size, from minimalistic ranch-style homes and charming Cape Cods to grand antebellum estates. Colonial-influenced homes also range significantly in size, from small cottages to newer, more contemporary builds. Home prices typically range between $230,000 and $525,000, though sprawling colonials and estates can fetch over $1 million.
Education in Amelia County Public Schools
School-aged children in Jetersville are part of the Amelia County Public School District, which earns a C-plus overall score from Niche and serves over 1,600 students throughout the county. Students may begin their education at Amelia County Elementary School before advancing to Amelia County Middle School, both of which receive C-plus Niche grades. Kids can continue to Amelia County High School, which earns a B-minus. Home of the Raiders, the high school serves just under 500 students across the county and offers a variety of extracurricular and athletic programs, including football and basketball.
State parks and trails offer hiking, history and scenic views
Jetersville’s surroundings put locals in proximity to southcentral Virginia’s state forests and parks, including the Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historic State Park. Stretching 370 acres, the historic park is the site of Robert E. Lee’s Retreat and now houses a Civil War memorial. Anchored by a visitor’s center, the park offers hiking trails peppered with signage telling the location’s story. Closer to Farmville, the High Bridge Trail is a popular destination for hiking and biking. The 33-mile-long trail’s crowning jewel is the High Bridge, which sits 125 feet above the Appomattox River and delivers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. Jetersville is also close to Twin Lakes State Park, where dense trees give way to two lakes, encircled by scenic waterside trails.
Residents travel to nearby towns for restaurants and retail
In Jetersville, residents have access to Dollar General and Elliott’s Country Store to fulfill essentials. For groceries, restaurants and stores, locals head to one of several surrounding communities. “It’s a combination of going west to Farmville, going north to Amelia or going south to Blackstone,” Williamson says. “Farmville has Walmart, Food Lion and a ton of mom-and-pop shops.” Located about 18 miles west, Farmville’s Main Street is lined with unique eateries such as The Brew House and The Fishin’ Pig. “And some people drive an hour into Chesterfield for ‘real’ shopping,” Williamson adds. The Midlothian Turnpike and Huguenot Road intersection in Chesterfield brims with familiar big-box retailers and national chains, and The Chesterfield Towne Center houses a mix of boutiques and department stores such as Macy’s.
Car-dependent community takes Route 360
Route 360 bisects the community and serves as Jetersville’s main thoroughfare, connecting to Richmond and south into South Boston. Richmond International Airport is the closest to Jetersville, located about 53 miles away.
Homebuying considerations
A Waste Management landfill is located on the outskirts of Jetersville along Route 360. “It can be smelly at times if you’re on that side of town,” Williamson says, adding that the smell comes and goes, and may not interfere with day-to-day life.
Written By
Christina von Claparede-Crola
