The Meadows is a northern suburb of Charlottesville with a penchant for attracting development. Originally, it was just north enough to be farmland, but like a lot of American suburbs, it took off midcentury. The Meadows isn’t cookie cutter, though – it’s connected to the story of Charlottesville. Development hasn’t just come in the form of retail. Two of the city’s most used pathways, U.S. Routes 29 and 250, intersect here. “This is a big corridor for shopping,” says Lori Meistrell, associate broker with Nest Realty. “You have Whole Foods off 29, and then Barracks Road Shopping Center is always busy because it pulls a lot from the university.” Plus, another important fact has continued to bolster The Meadows as an approachable haven: It shares a border with Venable, a highly sought-after and pricey neighborhood. By comparison, housing prices in The Meadows appear more modest. Large companies like Pepsi and defense contractor Northrup Grumman have settled within or near The Meadows, adding yet another asset to a neighborhood that’s decorated by key suburban amenities.
The Shops at Stonefield everything you will need in The Meadows.
Never feel too far away from shopping and entertainment in The Meadows.
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Classic homes from $450,000
Given the midcentury heritage behind The Meadows, homebuyers can expect to see classic forms of that era, like ranch-style homes. Duplexes are another common sight here. Homebuyers should know that rentals also comprise a share of residences here, too. Ranch-style homes will sell between $450,000 and $600,000 – which is drastically different compared to Venable directly to the south, where it’s common for properties to approach the million-dollar mark. Larger multi-story properties will sell between $600,000 and $700,000. Visually, the landscape will appeal to those who prefer variety. On a main drag like Angus Road, a traveler can experience these in a very short distance: a Starbucks set in a sleek modern farmhouse building, midcentury apartment complexes, Meadows Presbyterian Church, low-slung brick ranch-style homes and the occasional crisp white colonial or split-level home. Streets are wide, stacked with mature trees and lined with sidewalks.
Two story houses offer you and your family plenty of room to live in The Meadows.
Ranch style homes are a favorite in The Meadows.
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Rentable plots at Meadow Creek Gardens
Even though The Meadows can appear to be a densely built suburban neighborhood, there are green spaces within it. The Meadow Creek Gardens is situated near the intersection of Routes 29 and 250. Formerly a park, it’s now an agricultural site for dozens of rentable garden plots, where residents grow produce and flowers. Meadow Creek flows by here, tracking along the Rivanna Trail, which passes through woods. Near the trailhead is a nine-hole disc golf course. More walking trails are found at Meadow Creek Valley, an elongated park on the neighborhood’s northeast side.
Grab a plot in The Meadows Gardens and grow with your neighbors.
Summer flowers are blooming in The Meadows.
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Mountain biking at Greenbrier Elementary
Greenbrier Elementary has a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio and receives a B-plus rating from Niche. There are afterschool clubs for kids, but unique programming exists even during school, like mountain biking during PE class. Buford Middle gets a B-minus and maintains a 13-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Charlottesville High receives an A, and is known for innovative programming, from student mentorship programs to night school options.
Greenbrier Elementary School
Take a walk by Meadows Creek in The Meadows.
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Quick access to U.S. Routes 29 and 250
Transportation is strongly in focus for The Meadows, given the immediate access to Routes 29 and 250. Buses run on side streets, like Hydraulic Run and Hillsdale Drive, both of which are good for getting around between the dense network of suburbs. The Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport is 7 miles north, or about a 15-minute drive away. Within residential portions of The Meadows, walkability increases, thanks to wide streets and sidewalks. Most residents will want to use a car, though, especially for reaching popular destinations like downtown Charlottesville.
I29 and I250 are you best choices for commuting in The Meadows.
See the sunsets from under the Blue Ridge Mountains in The Meadows.
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Shopping and dining in The Meadows
Residents have plenty of supermarkets to choose from: Costco, Kroger, Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods are all in the neighborhood. Dining can tend toward fast-casual options like Mezeh and Qdoba. Slower sit-down restaurants include Burger Bach and Burton’s Grill and Bar. A trio of locally owned favorites – Bodo’s Bagels, Grit Coffee and Guadalajara Mexico – have franchise locations here. “You can’t get Bodo’s outside the city, that’s what makes it special,” says Forcey Learmonth, a local guide on the Rivanna River. There are big-box names like Best Buy, but also stores for designer brands like Brooks Brothers and Lululemon. Nearby, the Barracks Road Shopping Center, founded in 1959, adds to the sense that just about any retail desire can be satisfied with a quick drive. A pair of taphouses there ensures access to the craft beer scene, while places like Anthropologie and Old Navy offer something closer to a traditional shopping mall experience.
Shop at Altar'd State for the latest in women's fashion in The Meadows.
Stop by Burton's Grill and Bar for American fare in The Meadows.
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Transit
Airport
Charlottesville-Albemarle
15 min drive
Bus
Hydraulic Rd & Swanson Dr
Bus
Barracks Rd & Cedars Ct Northbound
Bus
Hillsdale Dr & Whole Foods
Bus
India Road, Va
Bus
Seminole Ct & 29
Bus
Hydraulic Rd & Emmet St
Bus
Emmet St & Morton Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
The Meadows
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
The Meadows Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Meadows, Charlottesville sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in The Meadows, Charlottesville over the last 12 months is $455,000, up 154% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Prime Development Parcel by Whole Foods Just Off Route 29. Surrounded by Major Retailers with Long Road Frontage on Hillsdale Drive. This 2.54 Acre Parcel is Available By Right for Almost Any Use. No Proffers. No BAR Required. Much Utility Work Already Mitigated. Sidewalks Completed. Potential for Multi Family (Up to 10 Stories By Right), Retail, Restaurant, Professional Office, Self
Hearthwood is an affordable housing community located in beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia offering a range of two and three bedroom townhomes as well as studio and one bedroom apartment homes. With a range of 300sqft up to 1200 sf the right home is available to meet your needs. Amenities include in-home laundry or on-site laundry machines, pool and playground and close access to local
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,495
Median Age
35
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,999
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,539
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.5%
Advanced Degrees
11.4%
% Population in Labor Force
74.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
43/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 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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