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Peaceful living within Collierstown’s rural landscape
At the edge of Shenandoah Valley where the Alleghany Mountains stand, Collierstown is a rural area named after the creek that flows through. Most of the landscape is made up of tall trees and open fields, broken up by winding roads dotted with residential properties. “It’s a quiet farm community with beautiful views,” says Realtor Karen Little with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, who owns Rockbridge Appraisals and has over 10 years of experience. “Homes vary greatly. You may see a modest farmhouse, or a lavish, large home.” Although Collierstown has a remote feel, it's about 11 miles from Downtown Lexington's shopping and dining.
Single-family homes through the centuries
Most homes in Collierstown sit on large lots of land surrounded by either thick trees or open fields. “Some parcels are very large, leaving some secluded, and in other places neighbors are closer, but nothing like the density found in suburban areas,” Little says. A handful of properties are from the early 1820s, while others were built as recently as the 2000s. Traditional farmhouses with a front or back porch are common. Prices range from $260,000 to $550,000. Colonial homes are another popular housing type, with rows of windows, slanted roofs and the occasional porch area with pillars. These homes go for $525,000 to $740,000. Ranch-style homes and raised ranches from the 1950s to 1990s can be found throughout the area, costing between $325,000 and $700,000. Smaller, single-story or manufactured homes can get as low as $110,000. The CAP Index Crime Score for Collierstown is 1 out of 10, low compared to the national average of 4.
Shenandoah Valley’s mountains, lakes, gardens and natural wonders
While Collierstown is mostly residential, the area’s landscape boasts natural recreation. House Mountain Reserve sits within the eastern slopes of the Alleghany Mountains and has numerous hiking trails cutting through the land. Lake Robertson Campground is adjacent to its namesake and has full hook-up sites for RVs and traditional tent camping sites. Picnic shelters, tennis courts and a swimming pool are also within the campgrounds. There’s a boat launch into Lake Robertson for non-motorized boats, and fishing is allowed. Boxerwood Nature Center & Woodland Garden is close to Lexington, about 11 miles away, and has 15 acres of decorative gardens and two ponds. There’s also the Lexington Golf & Country Club – membership includes access to an 18-hole golf course, four tennis courts and a junior Olympic-sized pool. Roughly 20 miles away past Interstate 81 is Natural Bridge State Park, featuring a 200-foot-tall natural bridge carved within a limestone gorge. The park includes over 10 miles of hiking trails, one of which leads to Lace Falls. There’s also a zoo and safari park nearby.
Retail, restaurants and breweries in Lexington
Downtown Lexington is the closest outlet for shopping and dining. Main Street is lined with dozens of novelty shops, bookstores and gift shops. Walkabout Outfitter is a well-known retailer for outdoor equipment, while Pumpkin Seeds is a unique clothing boutique. There are also several local restaurants on the strip. Bistro on Main is an upscale eatery with Southern-inspired dishes, and Legendary Eats is a casual sandwich shop. Multiple breweries and taphouses can be found for nighttime entertainment. “There are so many places to dine – we have it all,” Little says. “And don’t forget to grab a piece of locally made pottery or art at one of our galleries.”For everyday essentials, Kroger is located farther south on Nelson Street. Stonewall Square is a shopping center close by with Food Lion and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet. Fast-food options in the area include Pizza Hut and McDonald’s.
Getting educated in Rockbridge County schools
Collierstown is served by Rockbridge County Public Schools. Students can attend either Central Elementary School or Natural Bridge Elementary School, depending on where they live in the area. From there, students head to Maury River Middle School. All three schools earn C-plus grades from Niche. The B-rated Rockbridge County High School offers 15 Advanced Placement courses and has Career and Technical Education courses in agriculture, firefighting and trade and industrial technology.Lexington is home to two universities for higher education: Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute.
Driving in and around Collierstown
Navigating Collierstown’s winding country and gravel roads requires a vehicle. Interstate 64 travels east to west, directly north of the area, and merges with Interstate 81 north of Lexington. Commuters can take I-81 to Roanoke in the south or Staunton in the north. The Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is roughly 57 miles from the area and provides nonstop flights to eight major U.S. cities.
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Collierstown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Collierstown, Lexington sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Collierstown, Lexington over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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