Fry's Spring
Neighborhood in Charlottesville, Virginia
Charlottesville County 22903
Bungalows and ranch-style homes from $385,000
The investment properties that Porterfield speaks of can have a classic look that fits in with the rest of the neighborhood. For example, a 1970s duplex will feature three bedrooms in each unit, with a finished basement on each side as well. These run in the $500,000 to $600,000 range, and can feature Southern-inspired pastel facades. On the single-owner home front, ranches and bungalows make up a lot of the residences here. These range from $385,000 to $595,000. Prices will vary due to age, condition, size and materials of the home. Homebuyers will see simple, small brick two-bedroom midcentury ranch-style homes at the start of that range, with 1,000 square feet of living space on a yard landscaped mostly by mature trees. On the other hand, the top of the range will be represented by properties like a 1920s restored bungalow with cobbled stone walls and nearly 1,700 square feet of living space. Landscaping can diverge here, too, becoming more decorative with smaller hedges, flowering trees and crepe myrtles.
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Developing mentorship at Charlottesville High
Consistently high-ranking schools contribute to the appeal of Fry’s Spring. Niche gives a B-minus to Jackson-Via Elementary, which has a 15-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Buford Middle is rated the same, and it’s currently expanding into a new institution called Charlottesville Middle, scheduled to be completed by 2026. Charlottesville High is an A-rated school, and in May 2024 it gained a new principal who aims to create a mentorship program for freshmen.
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Musical venues surround Fry's Spring
Events are also a big part of the experience at Fry’s Spring Beach Club. The clubhouse is a social hub with happenings ranging from oyster roasts to summer camps. There’s a Saturday concert series by the pool from May to September. But the neighborhood’s proximity to downtown and the university offer even larger events. “The Ting Pavilion is where you can go for a free summer concert series. It’s got a grassy bank, canvas covering and a great stage,” says Lori Meistrell, associate broker with Nest Realty and Charlottesville native. “Then, once those acts get famous, they’ll go to the John Paul Jones arena on campus.”
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Major retail options at 5th Street Station
Shopping, dining and nightlife spots are largely isolated to the neighborhood’s southeast side, near the elementary school. But in that pocket along Fifth Street, there are a number of options. Food Lion occupies a small strip mall that also contains a CVS and Family Dollar. Fast casual chain eateries like Domino’s Pizza and Taco Bell are included in Willoughby Square Shopping Mall. On the other side of the street is where the more extensive retail options are – at 5th Street Station, a shopping mall with big-box stores like Wegman’s, Marshalls and Pet Smart. Locally owned restaurants, offering unique foods such as Peruvian or Indian, bring an eclectic angle. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema brings an entertaining mix of craft brews and movies.
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Trails and athletic facilities at Azalea Park
Outdoor recreation is a core feature of this neighborhood’s identity. The most public option is the 23-acre Azalea Park, which includes athletic spaces such as basketball courts and baseball fields, but also encourages more leisurely entertainment with gardens and the Rivanna Trail System. Homebuyers will also notice that planned developments like those near Huntley Avenue have wooded trails that lead to Moores Creek. Fry’s Spring Beach Club is a members-only organization with two pools, tennis courts and volleyball courts.
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I-64 is a prime attraction
While the neighborhood does feature many trails throughout, it’s also built around car travel, with Jefferson Park Avenue running down the middle. However, alternative transportation is available with buses leading from the Jefferson Park Avenue’s intersection with Cleveland Avenue down to the Willoughby Square Shopping Mall. Buses can also be picked up at a stop outside the mall’s Food Lion, taking patrons up to where Fifth Street becomes McIntire Road, near the downtown mall. Interstate 64 is a prime attraction, especially for anyone commuting from Fry’s Spring.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Benjamin Reeves
Benjamin Reeves
Keller Williams Advantage Realty
(434) 566-0044
78 Total Sales
3 in Fry's Spring
$302K - $525K Price Range
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Peter Cathcart
Peter Cathcart
Responds QuicklySTEVENS & COMPANY-CHARLOTTESVILLE
(434) 443-8367
38 Total Sales
2 in Fry's Spring
$300K - $549K Price Range
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Joshua Harris
Joshua Harris
Responds QuicklyKeeton & Co. Real Estate
(804) 944-8298
77 Total Sales
1 in Fry's Spring
$282,000 Price
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Cynthia Hash
Cynthia Hash
FIND HOMES REALTY LLC
(434) 443-7402
159 Total Sales
6 in Fry's Spring
$210K - $340K Price Range
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Kristin Cummings Streed
Kristin Cummings Streed
LORING WOODRIFF REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES
(434) 443-5988
111 Total Sales
5 in Fry's Spring
$300K - $1.2M Price Range
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MARLO ALLEN
MARLO ALLEN
MOUNTAIN AREA NEST REALTY
(434) 443-7002
199 Total Sales
1 in Fry's Spring
$350,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Azalea Park West
Azalea Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fry's Spring | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fry's Spring Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fry's Spring, Charlottesville sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Fry's Spring, Charlottesville over the last 12 months is $528,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$499,500
Median Sale Price
$528,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$516,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$459,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
77
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,377
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,731
Below the national average
1,938
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,060
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,650 per month
- Townhouse for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 995 Sq Ft
- 2414 Sunset Rd
- Unit A
- Charlottesville, VA
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$1,750 - $2,750 per month
- Condo for Rent
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 468+ Sq Ft
- 209 Azalea Dr
- Charlottesville, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,924
Median Age
35
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,479
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,301
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.8%
College Graduates
70.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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