Wingina
Neighborhood in Buckingham County
Buckingham County 24599
Mountain retreats, working farms and plenty of open space
Winding roads lead to curving back roads dotted with a variety of mountain residences that make up the housing stock in Wingina. Many perched on spacious lots and some on working farms, single-family homes range from countryside cottages to massive farmhouse estates. Smaller properties may list around $185,000 to $360,000; larger lots and more elaborate homes price in the $400,000 to $600,000 range. And expansive estates on over 100 acres can fetch in excess of $1 million. “It’s ideal for a retreat or someone looking to have a small farm with cattle, since it’s an agricultural area,” says Hess, who recently listed a $2.2 million farm. Generous parcels of land are also available for purchase, offering opportunities for new construction and custom homes.Outdoor recreation along the James River
The James River offers boundless opportunities for outdoor recreation. “People float with a tube and bring their canoes and kayaks or boats, and there are places along the river where you can stop and picnic. Plus, the fishing is excellent there,” says Hess, an avid outdoorsman and fly-fisher. “It’s just a pleasant area. If you’re an outdoor person, it’s worth getting there.” While some riverside properties offer private access, residents can enjoy the water from multiple points along the river. Boaters can launch kayaks and motorized vessels from the Midway boat ramp, and the nearby James River State Park has a ramp for canoes and other paddle boats. The park also features inland activities, like camping and hiking along the scenic waterside trails.Education in Nelson County Public Schools
Students in Wingina are part of the Nelson County Public School District, which earns a B-minus from Niche. Kids may begin at Tye River Elementary School, rated a C, and can continue to the B-minus-rated Nelson Middle School. Serving just over 500 students, Nelson County High School earns a B grade for its academics and diversity. Home of the Governors, Nelson High School offers a range of extracurricular activities, including drama and a top-performing athletics program with 22 state championships to its credit. The high school is also one of only 3 schools in Central Virginia to receive the Virginia Department of Education Highest Achievement Exemplar Award in 2023.Country roads lead to major highways
Route 56 is the main road that bisects Wingina and connects to Route 626. The community is also close to Highway 60, which links to U.S. Highways 15 and 29. Larger central Virginia cities in proximity to Wingina include Lynchburg, about 41 miles south, and Charlottesville, about 37 miles north. The Lynchburg Regional Airport is about 50 miles away and the Charlottesville-Albermarle Airport is a drive of about 55 miles.Local stores and eateries in Lovingston and Dillwyn
Wingina itself is purely residential, so locals head to Lovingston for daily shopping needs. The closest town at about 14 miles away, Lovingston has a Food Lion and a few local establishments like Village Antiques and Trager Brothers Coffee. Family Dollar and Dollar General serve as destinations for home essentials. Rapunzel’s Coffee and Books is a quaint bookstore and coffee shop that also serves as a music venue and performance space. Their events include open mic nights, book clubs, jazz nights and more. The town of Dillwyn is 21 miles east of Wingina and has additional grocers, fresh markets and small-town eats, such as Dillwyn Dairy Freeze, a counter-service diner offering classic milkshakes, hotdogs, burgers and more.
Written By
Christina von Claparede-Crola
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Dempsey Jones
Dempsey Jones
RE/MAX Advantage Plus
(434) 603-6708
86 Total Sales
1 in Wingina
$260,000 Price
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Vonda Lacey
Vonda Lacey
RE/MAX ADVANTAGE-WAYNESBORO
(540) 712-6908
66 Total Sales
1 in Wingina
$165,156 Price
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Janet Newcomb
Janet Newcomb
Responds QuicklyHometown Realty
(804) 409-9149
67 Total Sales
1 in Wingina
$425,000 Price
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Michelle Ford
Michelle Ford
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 All-Service
(434) 771-0323
206 Total Sales
1 in Wingina
$640,000 Price
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Jimmy Giarraputo
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Jimmy Giarraputo
Responds QuicklyWhitetail Properties R E
(434) 436-1433
10 Total Sales
2 in Wingina
$37K - $68K Price Range
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James Strum
James Strum
Responds QuicklyLong & Foster REALTORS
(804) 440-1291
583 Total Sales
1 in Wingina
$370,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
James River State Wildlife Management Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Wingina | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wingina Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wingina, Dillwyn sell after 192 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Wingina, Dillwyn over the last 12 months is $875,000, up 89% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,562,500
Median Sale Price
$875,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,475,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
89%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$421
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
138
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1987
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,649
Below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,008
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
718
Median Age
46
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,666
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,606
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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