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Living close to recreation destinations
On the edge of Charlottesville in Albemarle County, the Riverrun neighborhood has townhouses and condos surrounded by tall pine and oak trees, the Rivanna River and park grounds. “What makes Riverrun so interesting is the location. It’s a blend of two worlds,” says Matthias John, an experienced Realtor with Wiley Real Estate who specializes and lives in the Charlottesville area. “You can be downtown in 10 minutes with the Downtown Mall and many great restaurants. Or if you don’t care too much about the city atmosphere, you can be in Pen Park surrounded by nature in two minutes.” Riverrun creates a quiet escape for families and older residents who want to be close to downtown Charlottesville and the natural beauty of Virginia.
Close knit communities are plentiful in River Run.
Play a round of golf at Meadowcreek Golf Course in River Run.
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Townhouses and condos starting at $200,000
Virginia Moore, a Riverrun resident for seven years and the certified celebrant with Beautiful Elopements & Creative Ceremonies says there were multiple reasons she and her husband moved to the neighborhood. “The main reason is that it's by the river,” Moore says. “My husband and I are woods walkers, and there are great trails we use every day. Also, we’re a mile from Pen Park.” The streets of Riverrun are filled with rows of townhouses and collections of condos. Condos sell for $200,000 to $275,000 and townhouses for $275,000 to $400,000. These simple shingle-style homes with white trim were built between 1980 and 2005. The older townhouses have alternating designs, where units with tan siding bookend a section with light-colored stucco and dark trim. Some have attached garages, but most have assigned parking spots. The neighborhood also uses cluster mailboxes because the homes have small garden beds and paved sidewalks instead of front yards. Those who have backyards don’t have much yard space to maintain. "Some streets have formed their own sub-associations, so you may have to pay two HOA fees,” John says. “You get something in return, though, because maintenance is on top of things. You don’t see abandoned sidewalks here.”
River Run has a rural feel while being conveniently close to amenities and shopping.
Fun Condos are a favorite for buyers in River Run.
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Recreation at Pen Park and Meadowcreek Golf Course
Down the street from the neighborhood is Pen Park, the largest park in Charlottesville. “Pen Park offers a lot of amenities for families and young children. There’s a playground, and then there’s the Meadowcreek Golf Course. Pen Park also has miles of hiking trails and, of course, the Rivanna River. What I love about Charlottesville is the Rivanna Trail. It was completed two or three years ago by hundreds of volunteers, and it forms a loop around Charlottesville and gives residents access to its well-maintained trail throughout the city.” The park is growing as construction continues on the Bennett’s Village all-abilities play space, including features like a large treehouse, sensory garden and water play area. Riverrun residents who don’t want to go far from home to relax hang out at the outdoor community pool.
Pen Park
Take time to smell the flowers in River Run.
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High-ranking Albemarle County schools
The Albermarle County Public School District serves Riverrun, so kids attend Woodbrook Elementary School, which gets a B-minus from Niche. Journey Middle School earns an A-minus and feeds into the A-rated Albemarle High School. Albemarle High is also ranked as the top school in the county. Parents interested in private education can send their kids to Charlottesville Catholic School for kindergarten to eighth grade or the Renaissance School for ninth through 12th grade. Both schools have A-plus ratings.
Woodbrook Elementary School
Albemarle High School
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Farmers markets, art festivals and concerts
Every Wednesday evening from May to September, vendors set up at Farmers in the Park in Pen Park. The open-air market draws shoppers from all over Charlottesville for fresh produce, homemade treats and artisan crafts. Downtown Charlottesville stays busy with events throughout the year, but the Charlottesville Art Festival is one people mark on their calendars. Every May, residents gather for live concerts, craft workshops and food vendors. Ix Art Park offers free admission for interactive art exhibits and a weekly farmers market.
There are plenty of trails for you and your dog to enjoy in River Run.
Go to Plan 9 Music for all of your record needs in River Run.
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Relaxing at the Downtown Mall and Ix Art Park
Rio Road guides shoppers 3 miles south to the Downtown Mall in the city’s center. The area has an open area with restaurants and boutiques in historic buildings. Residents walk around the red brick roads to get lunch or window shop. Moore recommends Hamiltons’ at First & Main for its brunch, lunch and dinner menus, while John calls out Smyrna for its Mediterranean menu. Even farther south, Ix Art Park has restaurants like the North American Sake Brewery & Restaurant and the Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen & Brewery for locals to try. A Trader Joe’s, Costco Wholesale and Whole Foods Market line Seminole Trail, also called Route 29. After picking up groceries at one of these stores, places like Mission BBQ and Burtons Grill & Bar are nearby spots to grab lunch.
Take a quick trip to the Downtown Mall from River Run.
The Downtown Mall is just a hop and a skip from River Run.
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Quick commutes to UVA and downtown
Residents in Riverrun use their cars to get downtown or to visit Pen Park, but some wait for CAT buses at the intersection of Rio Road and Waldorf School Road. Destinations like the University of Virginia and the UVA Hospital are 4 miles south of the neighborhood, about a 15-minute drive. Locals have some sidewalks to use for running or walking dogs, but they don’t line every street here.
Enjoy a shaded walk in River Run.
Use the CAT to get to anything you might need from River Run.
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Riverrun Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverrun, Charlottesville sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverrun, Charlottesville over the last 12 months is $320,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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