$582,862Average Value$177Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Central Fredericksburg offers access to the best parts of town
Central Fredericksburg offers homeowners a convenient home base in the heart of it all. “Central Fredericksburg is a perfect location for newer homes in the middle of town with easy access to Interstate 95, historic downtown Fredericksburg, and tons of shopping,” says Chris Ognek, Broker/Owner of Q Real Estate and Central Fredericksburg resident. With its fantastic parks, shopping, and dining, a wide variety of home types, it’s no mystery why Central Fredericksburg residents love their location. Says Ognek, “What I tell people is I’ve been in every neighborhood in Northern Virginia, and that’s where I choose to live.”
Downtown amenities are not far from the doorsteps of Central Fredericksburg.
Residents can live in homes offset from the street in Central Fredericksburg.
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Late midcentury subdivisions and townhouses
Central Fredericksburg’s housing inventory primarily includes single-family homes and townhouses from three main subdivisions: Great Oaks, Idlewild, and Altoona Village. “Altoona Village is more of an established community tucked away right near Interstate 95,” says Michelle Wilson, Realtor/Owner of Michelle Wilson Realty Group and local resident. “But you wouldn’t know it because the lots are wooded.” Homes here weremostly built in the 1970s. Idlewild is an award-winning community that was established around 2005 and offers a variety of house types: town houses, detached homes with attached garages, and detached homes with detached garages, which were meant to mimic the style of downtown Fredericksburg. Idlewild homes are primarily on small city-sized lots, while Great Oaks offers homes in the middle, with fewer amenities but larger, quarter-acre lots. Depending on the subdivision, house hunters can find a three-bedroom town house starting around $375,000 or a four-bedroom single-family home starting around $400,000.
Large homes are nestled right next to one another in Central Fredericksburg.
Large homes make up a significant portion of housing in Central Fredericksburg.
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Lovely green spaces along the Rappahannock
For a bit of fresh air, residents can head to Alum Spring Park, closest to Central Fredericksburg, to walk the trails and take the kids to the playground. A few miles farther is Old Mill Park, Fredericksburg’s most popular green space. Situated on the Rappahannock River, visitors can enjoy waterfront views and launch a kayak or canoe from the boat launch. While here, take the opportunity to stroll through historic Downtown Fredericksburg and get an ice cream cone at Carl’s Frozen Custard.
Those living in the Idlewild area may find themselves with additional outdoor amenities. According to Wilson, “Idlewild has a clubhouse with a pool, so the community puts on numerous events there for adults and families,” she says. “There is a swim team, three tot lots, tennis courts, and a community gym. You can walk all the way to downtown Fredericksburg on one of the paths. It’s a great community for families, professionals, and people who want to stay active.”
Take a stroll at Old Mill Park in Central Fredericksburg.
Immerse yourself in nature at Alum Spring Park in Central Fredericksburg.
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Residents are right next to major shopping centers
Central Fredericksburg does have a major commercial thoroughfare, Route 3, that bisects the neighborhood, providing quick access to breakfast at Silver Diner, home improvement supplies from Home Depot, and late-night snacks at fast food chains like Cookout. But it’s when you take Route 3 to down to the opposite side of Interstate 95 where the retail corridor really gets interesting. “On the west side of Interstate 95, that’s where I call it ‘Retail Heaven,’” Ognek says. “You have retail centers with every imaginable chain store, restaurants — all of it is right there.” Spotsylvania Town Center and Central Park Plaza alone boast 250+ retailers and restaurants. Get all of life’s necessities at Walmart and Target, amuse the kids at Fun Land of Fredericksburg or Regal, shop for clothes at Macy’s and Belk, and go out for a meal at Park Lane Tavern, known for its British pub fare.
Central Fredericksburg residents can get the essentials at Target.
Many big-box stores line Route 3 near Central Fredericksburg for easy shopping and dining.
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Career and Technical Education program at James Monroe High School
Students attend Fredericksburg City Public Schools, typically starting at either Hugh Mercer Elementary School or Lafayette Elementary School, then proceeding to Walker-Grant Middle School and James Monroe High School. James Monroe High, rated B by Niche, offers a Career and Technical Education program; some students may even be able to earn industry credentials upon graduating.
Hugh Mercer Elementary is a highly rated school in Central Fredericksburg.
Lafayette Upper Elementary in Central Fredericksburg earns a C from Niche.
Walker-Grant Middle School in Central Fredericksburg earns a C minus from Niche.
James Monroe High School faithfully serves the community of Central Fredericksburg.
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Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
Trails
Visitor Center
Canal Path
Alum Spring Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Cossey Botanical Park
Fishing
Trails
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.0268 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
2/10/2018Niche Review
Its a little boring at some points but its a really cute town and has lots of cute things to do. The river is a lot of fun and tubing is a great activity along with kayaking. Downtown is a really great place to take pictures. Also the canal path is great and I would suggest using it.
2.0Niche User
5/19/2014Niche Review
It's not good like everywhere else right now.
4.0Current Resident
9/25/2018Niche Review
Honestly, I am eager to leave, but it wasn't a terrible place to grow up. The downtown area is cute, there is lots of interesting history, and within a couple hours drive you could be at the beach, the mountains or a big city.
4.0Current Resident
2/7/2020Niche Review
Very cool area with lots to do. The bar scene/night life isn't crazy, but it's enough to satisfy the college crowd while also catering to the older crowd as well. There is a gorgeous downtown with amazing restaurants, breweries, bars etc...all within walking distance. Surprisingly it's still fairly quiet even with all the activities around. The only reason I don't give Fredericksburg 5* is the traffic/commuting. I work at Quantico and if I don't hit any traffic I can make it in 20 minutes (20 miles). If I hit traffic on the way to work it can take an hour, but going home it has taken me 2 1/2 hours before. To beat traffic you have to be leaving your house by 6am and be leaving work a little before 3 otherwise you will be miserable (keep in mind this is if you work up north).
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Idlewild
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Idlewild Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Idlewild, Fredericksburg sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Idlewild, Fredericksburg over the last 12 months is $560,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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