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Idlewild offers access to the best parts of town
Idlewild offers homeowners a convenient home base in the heart of it all. “Idlewild 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 Idlewild resident. With its fantastic parks, shopping, and dining, a wide variety of home types, it’s no mystery why Idlewild 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 Idlewild.
Residents can live in homes offset from the street in Idlewild.
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Late midcentury subdivisions and townhouses
Idlewild’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 were mostly 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 Idlewild.
Large homes make up a significant portion of housing in Idlewild.
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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 Idlewild, 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 Idlewild.
Immerse yourself in nature at Alum Spring Park in Idlewild.
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Residents are right next to major shopping centers
Idlewild 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.
Idlewild residents can get the essentials at Target.
Many big-box stores line Route 3 near Idlewild 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 Idlewild.
Lafayette Upper Elementary in Idlewild earns a C from Niche.
Walker-Grant Middle School in Idlewild earns a C minus from Niche.
James Monroe High School faithfully serves the community of Idlewild.
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Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
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Cossey Botanical Park
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Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.0250 Reviews
3.0Current Resident
12/29/2017Niche Review
I live here for awhile now and what I can say it's very good place but it isn't the best. The environment of Fredericksburg is decent with various types of people and attractions but the flora and flana isn't stand out or amazes me. It's relevantly peaceful and the citizens are also kind and nice.
4.0Current Resident
12/28/2016Niche Review
It a great place to raise a family and go to school. Not as expensive as the metropolian surroundings of Washington DC. I wish it was more options for activities or musemums. And the mall can use a serious upgrade.
5.0
7/3/2017Niche Review
My boyfriend lives here and I love it. He lives in downtown and everything is so close by. I can go to all the shops I want and then we can stop and enjoy great food.
5.0Current Resident
6/30/2017Niche Review
Fredericksburg is a quaint little area outside the major DC. It is a convent locations that houses many unique shops to peak your interest. Come enjoy our Old Town festivities or take a stroll around our Old Mill park. You'll have a blast!
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Idlewild Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Idlewild, Fredericksburg sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Idlewild, Fredericksburg over the last 12 months is $585,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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