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The hallmarks of Greenbrier: walkable and picturesque near parks and shopping
Greenbrier is a postcard-worthy suburb that wins on more than just aesthetics – it has a friendly reputation, too. “It’s the kind of place where you come home and you know your neighbor,” says Virginia Gardner, a Realtor with Howard Hanna Roy Wheeler Realty Company and a Charlottesville resident of over 30 years. “Being a smaller neighborhood helps it feel cohesive.” All the other usual suburban hallmarks are present: abundant park space, public schools within walking distance and densely developed retail centers reachable by modern transportation routes. But what’s unusual about Greenbrier is that it borders North Downtown – one of the city’s most famed neighborhoods, notable for the lively pedestrian mall. Greenbrier may be suburban in many ways, but it’s not average. Urban attitude dances at the edges.
Greenbrier features secluded living within reach of modern amenities.
Shopping and restaurants are just a hop and a skip away from Greenbrier.
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Remodeled midcentury homes from $600,000
A midcentury story is behind Greenbrier. Annexed in 1963, this neighborhood officially became part of Charlottesville the same year as the Barracks Road Shopping Center next door. This act brought together scattered subdivisions, and today nearly 1,000 homes comprise Greenbrier. Brick ranch-style homes and split-levels of the midcentury era are on full display, but with some tweaks. “You’ll see a lot of these ranches getting remodeled,” says Gardner. “Thankfully, teardowns aren’t common here. There just isn’t enough space to overdevelop. The lots are larger, though, so you may see people making additions to the primary home.” Mixed in with midcentury styles are some stray contemporary colonials from the 2000s era. Landscaping overall, though, trends toward mature trees. Prices for homes typically range from $600,000 to $800,000 but some may reach into the $800,000 to $1 million range. “Compared to the downtown neighborhoods south of here, I still consider Greenbrier an affordable neighborhood, especially for a first-time homebuyer,” says Gardner. It remains to be seen whether that competitive edge will endure, given changes to zoning that passed in 2024. “The measure aims to increase the quantity and affordability of houses in town, and it’s hotly contested,” says Joe Porterfield, who’s lived in the area 40 years and is a Realtor with Avenue Realty. “But these changes take place over time.”
Find home in the hills of Greenbrier.
Ranch style homes are a favorite for those looking in Greenbrier.
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Engineering fun at Charlottesville High
Crosswalks have been put in place to assist any students who prefer walking to public schools here. Greenbrier Elementary has a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio and Niche gives it a B-plus. Buford Middle is known for offering engineering and science labs, as well as fine arts programming. It receives a B-minus. Charlottesville High earns an A and includes an engineering lab with a maker space.
Charlottesville High faithfully serves the community of Locust Grove.
Greenbrier Elementary School
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Steps away from the Rivanna Trail
“Parks and nature make Greenbrier a fantastic place to live,” says Gardner. “When I recently showed one house, we walked a block and a half, and were immediately on the Rivanna Trail, which you can take for miles. It’s really amazing to have that kind of amenity so close.” Meadow Creek Valley, an elongated park that covers much of Greenbrier’s western face, is another prime place to pick up the trail. Greenbrier Park offers more natural immersion, spreading across marshland, forest and meadowland. Picturesque scenery includes a footbridge over Meadow Creek, which is also an oft-used path when children walk to Greenbrier Elementary. For a slightly more urban experience, the McIntire Park skate facility on southside is considered by local skaters one of the best in the state.
Catch the sun rise over the mountains from Greenbrier.
Take a walk through the trail at that cuts through Greenbrier.
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Shopping and dining along U.S. Route 29
It's interesting that shopping and dining don’t occur within Greenbrier – it really is largely residential and green – but opportunities couldn’t be closer. The southern border begins dipping into downtown, where the walkable mall presents an array of bars, restaurants and takeout spots. Just on the other side of Meadow Creek Valley is an extensive retail strip that largely tracks along U.S. Route 29. Supermarkets like Whole Foods, Kroger, Costco and Trader Joe’s are all clustered together. Shopping centers include designer brands like Lululemon, while locally owned eateries like Grit Coffee and Bodo’s Bagels make an appearance. The Barracks Road Shopping Center is a busy concentration of clothing stores, craft beer taphouses and restaurants, too. It’s distinguished by a mix of large chains like Chipotle and small Charlottesville names like Brazos Tacos.
Find all of your crafting needs at the Michael's in Greenbrier.
From Poke to Five Guys, the barracks has many food choices close to Greenbrier.
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A walkable environment is Greenbrier's asset
It's not just retail that makes Route 29 stand out. It’s the fact that it intersects with Route 250 at this southwestern corner of Greenbrier, creating an interchange valuable to both commuters and shoppers. But perhaps the most valued form of transportation in Greenbrier is feet. “What people like about this neighborhood is that it’s walkable. Not gentrified, not revitalized, but walkable,” says Gardner. “You can walk to bus stops, too.”
Shopping is never too far away when you reside in Greenbrier.
McIntire Park
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Events at the Botanical Garden of the Piedmont
As part of the friendly vibe in Greenbrier, homebuyers can expect to see highly localized events, like puzzle swaps and craft sales held on streets. The Botanical Garden of the Piedmont in McIntire Park is also a frequent event host. September brings the Botanical Art Festival, with workshops and spotlights on regional artists. On a more regular basis, though, are outdoor events like guided tours, Pilates meetups and nature discovery walks for pre-kindergarten children. A speaker series discussing ecological topics launched in May 2024, in collaboration with Ragged Mountain Running.
Find your new favorite bag at The Arts and Crafts Fair.
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Greenbrier Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greenbrier, Charlottesville sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenbrier, Charlottesville over the last 12 months is $600,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This 1964 Charlottesville City brick ranch is within walking distance of Greenbrier Elementary School and Greenbrier Park. Offering 1,701 sq. ft. of finished main level living space with one step entry access from the paved driveway. The main level space that has most recently been used as a family room could easily be converted to the 4th bedroom with an attached full bath that features an easy
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