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Pantops has views, but also a desire to modernize
Thomas Jefferson’s influence isn’t just present in Charlottesville’s downtown neighborhoods – even a suburban haven like Pantops derives its name from his writings. The name is a Greek mash-up that means “all seeing.” It’s appropriate for a neighborhood with sweeping views, particularly along the much-coveted Hyland Ridge Drive. But despite the luxury million-dollar properties dotting this easternmost road, residents collectively enjoy spots like Darden Towe Park for easily accessible vistas. “The outdoor amenities play a large part in creating a diverse residential base for Pantops, attracting older people, families and young professionals,” says Jessica Russo, Realtor with Nest Realty who has resided in Charlottesville for 22 years and currently specializes in fulfilling niche housing needs, from single level living to additional office space. “Many of the recently completed developments include walking trails, too,” she says. It can be considered a densely developed suburb in some spots, though: one is likely to see clusters of modern homes in gaps between the park’s rolling terrain. “The story of Pantops is the story of Charlottesville, with the outer tracts of farmland becoming increasingly developed,” says Patricia Irby, a real estate agent at Keller Williams Alliance, recognized there as a top 20% performer in sales and closed production. “It’s not uncommon to see houses close together in Pantops, with zero lot lines.”
In Pantops you can have a great view of the Blue Ridge Mountains from anywhere.
THe larger more expensive home styles in Pantops lie higher in the hills.
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Townhomes, villas and Craftsman style homes
“Pantops has seen growth with Cascadia,” says Russo, referring to a development that includes townhomes, villas, a community garden and a pool with sunset views. She describes the villas as attached units in a duplex style, offering single level living across 2,200 square feet. The single owner homes have a Craftsman look, with stone accents, gooseneck lamps above attached garages and facades in slate blue, sage green or taupe. “Access to fiber optic in Pantops is also a huge draw for the work from home crowd,” Russo says. The Riverwalk development offers backyard access to a commercial complex with Grit Coffee, while further east the Pavilions at Pantops bring more townhome variety. Overall, housing prices in Pantops can be as diverse as the type of resident who lives here. Townhomes range from $374,000 to $573,000. Single owner homes can be had at $665,000 but prices can climb into the $800,000s and $900,000s. It’s this large spread that leads Irby to say that “houses on average are less expensive than Downtown Charlottesville or some areas of Crozet. People here may work in education but also in health care, with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in the neighborhood.”
The townhome style residences in Pantops are also varied in look.
The craftsman style looks in Pantops are varied.
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Darden Towe Park is immersive
Darden Towe Park, located in the northwestern corner of Pantops, is often described as the neighborhood’s crown jewel. “The soccer fields are full of adults and kids on weekends, and they do an amazing job of keeping a lot of the terrain natural, especially with pollinator friendly plants,” says Michaels. Irby says the pickleball courts are equally popular, and furry friends find the surroundings amenable, too. “You’ll see a lot of canine training groups out here,” she says. Alexandria Searls is the executive director of the Lewis and Clark Exploratory Center in the park, and she says this educational hub “brings out all sorts of clubs, from photography to drawing. Pantops may be a suburb but it’s not sequestered. It has things going on.” Indeed, trails lead from Darden Towe Park to Riverview Park along the Rivanna River, a defining feature of Pantops’ western face. Forcey Learmonth, a local river hand, says people will kayak or innertube down the river, which can vary in height throughout the year. “They were going to put a big apartment development around this area,” he says, gesturing to the Riverview Park trailhead. “But it’s on a floodplain.” George Mackaronis, general manager of Rivanna River Company, says people will come to him for kayak rentals but also for his woodfired sauna in cooler months. “You can jump in the river afterwards,” he says. “It’s generally a leisurely river. You can fish there. People in this neighborhood are eager to be outside around the Rivanna.”
The Charlottesville Retreads is a senior softball league that calls Darden Towe Park home.
The Lewis and Clark Exploratory Center is a hands on nature and history center in Pantops.
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Summer camps and a B-plus rated high school
A highly ranked public school pipeline increases the appeal of Pantops and rounds out the suburban persona. Burnley-Moran Elementary is a B-rated school with a 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Burley Middle earns an A-minus rating and features a media center with a broadcasting studio. Monticello High earns a B-plus rating and is known for successful extracurricular clubs, with both the girls swim and dive team as well as the boys indoor track and field team winning state championships in 2021. Steven Michaels is a former real estate agent and currently the assistant director of CBI Journeys under Congregation Beth Israel, and he notes that educational summer camps are big in Pantops. “Kids here are interested in our forest school model, where we put them in contact with nature.”
Monticello High School near Pantops enrolls 1,229 students grades 9-12.
Jackson P. Burley Middle School near Pantops ranks #104 among Virginia Middle Schools.
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Rivanna River Company plays host to outdoor events
Hogwaller Brewing is placed in front of Rivanna River Company, and the two collaborate on a free summer concert series called Rivanna Roots. Food trucks, craft beer and locally known acts like No BS Brass Band fill out the experience. Mackaronis says those Fridays can pull more than 300 attendees. “We also do a food event on Wednesdays called Little Saturdays, named in recognition of the fact that a lot of service industry folks have to work when others are playing. So this is an occasion when they can enjoy time with their community.”
Rivanna River Company in Pantops offers water sports down the Rivanna River.
Hogwaller Brewing offers great beer and food near Rivanna River Co. in Pantops.
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Route 250 and Interstate 64 keep commuters happy
A frequent refrain is that one needs a car to fully enjoy Pantops and greater Charlottesville, but that doesn’t mean it’s far away from amenities. “You can take a float down the river, go home for a shower, then hop on 250 and get downtown in a couple of minutes for an amazing meal,” says Michaels. Russo remarks that 250 also leads to Interstate 64, which is key for certain lifestyles in Pantops. “A lot of times you’ll have a dual income household, where one member works in Charlottesville, but another works in Richmond.” But alternative transportation fans get their day in the sun, too: “Many residents like to bike along the trails around Pantops,” says Searls.
Route 250 links Pantops with the rest of Charlottesville.
The CAT bus system operated efficiently throughout Pantops and the rest of Charlottesville.
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Riverside Village has Grit Coffee and Thai cuisine
“If you live in Pantops, you don’t have to go downtown to experience good restaurants,” says Irby, pointing to a popular Mexican restaurant called Guadalajara. “Lots of food trucks come out here, too.” Grit Coffee is a local staple, recently setting up shop at Riverside Village outside the Cascadia development. The café’s bright, airy atmosphere compliments Maple Pine next door, a Thai restaurant with sleek decor. Despite these newcomers, Russo notes that “a lot of the shops lining Route 250 were already there,” giving incentive to develop more housing. The Pantops Shopping Center has a Food Lion near the Rivanna River, and further east along 250 are chains like Marco’s Pizza and Bojangles. But small locally owned options continue along this stretch, too: Tip Top Restaurant is a retro diner with checkerboard floors and a teal blue counter, serving breakfast all day.
Grit Coffee of Charlottesville has several locations, one in Pantops.
Guadalajara restaurant is a local staple in Charlottesville, as is the location in Pantops.
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Parks in this Area
Darden Towe Park
Rivanna Park
Transit
Airport
Charlottesville-Albemarle
23 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Pantops
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Pantops Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pantops, Charlottesville sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Pantops, Charlottesville over the last 12 months is $500,400, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Bright & spacious END-UNIT TOWNHOME WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS in the heart of Pantops! Built by Southern Development, this 3BR, 2 full & 2 half bath home offers an OPEN-CONCEPT MAIN LEVEL filled with natural light, hardwood floors, and access to both a covered front porch and the backyard. The kitchen features GRANITE COUNTERS, GAS STOVE, island, and breakfast bar, opening seamlessly to the dining and
Spectacular light-filled, end unit townhome, pristinely maintained, with fenced back yard and privacy. Elevated site with mountain views. Energy efficient features include solar panels, attic insulation and a programmable thermostat to name a few. Maintenance free, over-sized deck for entertaining, grilling, lounging and dining, with stunning mountain views. Open floor plan with living and
Maureen RussellKELLER WILLIAMS ALLIANCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE
Open House 6-22-25 11am to 2pm! Motivated Seller. This Spacious End Unit Townhome is located in the sought after community of The Pavilions at Pantops! This home features a first floor primary bedroom, with large walk-in closet and 9ft ceilings. There is a second primary bedroom on the second level with a vaulted ceiling, balcony, walk-in closet and large bathroom with a soaking tub. Truly a one
PATRICK WILSONMONTICELLO COUNTRY REAL ESTATE, INC.
Welcome to 1966 Asheville Drive ? a bright, spacious townhome in a prime location on Pantops conveniently located near Martha Jefferson Hospital, Rt 250 and Interstate 64. This move-in-ready unit features an open main level with hardwood floors, a stylish kitchen with island seating, granite, gas ranges and a pantry. Plus plenty of space for entertaining or relaxing in the living or dining spaces
Welcome to this beautifully maintained, one-owner home nestled in the highly desirable Fontana neighborhood. This spacious 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home offers a thoughtfully designed floor plan with hardwood floors, dual-zone HVAC and open-concept layout perfect for entertaining. Enjoy cooking & gathering in the light-filled kitchen that flows seamlessly into the living & dining areas (with
Convenient in-town living in this beautiful end unit with amazing, upgraded living spaces and finishes and spectacular city views from the rooftop terrace in Cascadia! This home features neutral finishes, and custom window treatments and fans throughout! Ground level entrance level features LVT low maintenance flooring in the foyer, carpeted large rec room and home office/4th bedroom.
Altoview Apartments in Charlottesville, Virginia offers exceptional one, two, and three bedroom apartments with the modern features you crave, like stainless-steel appliances and hardwood-inspired floors. Just beyond your door is a whole blend of trendy lifestyle spaces and community perks. This is the day-to-day vibe at Altoview Apartment Homes. Discover your new address in Charlottesville, VA.
Nestled within the sought-after Cascadia neighborhood, this expansive 4 bedroom home offers convenience to shopping, dining, the 250 bypass and I-64. Just a short drive away from UVA and downtown Charlottesville. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to the Rivanna River and Darden Towe Park. Plus, Cascadia offers fantastic amenities like playgrounds, a swimming pool, a clubhouse, a
Experience the height of suburban living in Charlottesville, Virginia. Located at the foot of Pantops Mountain, our lush and beautifully landscaped community is home to our upgraded, pet-friendly one, two, and three bedroom apartments. Here, you have the space to work from home, settle in and relax, or invite your friends for a lazy-day hangout at the resort-style pool and patio grilling area.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,021
Median Age
42
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$102,856
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,350
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
73.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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