Shipman
Neighborhood in Lovingston, Virginia
Nelson County 22922, 22971
Single-family homes from $200,000
Roadways wind through expansive lawns and thick foliage. Most homes line James River Road or Craigtown Road. Pedestrians may use the occasional gravel paths along the main thoroughfares, but the area has few sidewalks. Residences sit on large lots, most averaging an acre, and have driveways or walkways connecting to the street. Bungalows and Foursquares range from $200,000 to $350,000. “There’s also a market for second-home buyers,” says Allen. “People wanting a vacation house.”Summer and winter activities at Wintergreen Resort
The Nelson 151 craft beverage trail begins in Lovingston and features wineries, meaderies, ciders, distilleries and breweries along state Route 151, where patrons can enjoy local beverages and their forested surroundings along the breathtaking byway. Nelson County businesses strive to keep the landscape rural by using sustainable farming practices and wind power as renewable energy. Hikers may access the Appalachian Trail, a footpath that spans over 2,000 miles from Georgia to Maine. About 30 miles away, Wintergreen Resort has options for winter and summer; in winter, skiing, snowboarding and tubing are popular pastimes, while the summer offers hiking trails and swimming in Lake Monocan. The resort also includes a golf course and a spa.
Nelson County High's co-ed wrestling team
Nelson County Public Schools, which receives a B-minus from Niche, serves the Shipman area. Children may attend Tye River Elementary School, which receives a C, and Nelson Middle School, which receives a B-minus. Students advance to Nelson County High School, which also receives a B-minus and has a co-ed varsity wrestling team.Year-round programs at Nelson Memorial Library
Updated and expanded in 2019, the Nelson Memorial Library has more room and resources for its patrons, such as a pollinator garden and music garden, which features musical instruments surrounded by local flora. The library has year-round programming for children, teens and adults. "We do kind of a big event to kick off our summer reading program," says Yulita Ellis, the branch manager of the library. "It's usually one of our most well-attended events." The celebration is a time for residents to get library cards, have their faces painted, and peruse the bookmobile, a motorized library that visits areas throughout the county. Rapunzel's Coffee & Books is a nonprofit organization that cultivates the arts in Lovingston. "It's been a staple of the community for many, many years," says Ellis. The establishment opens only for scheduled events, which include musical performances and open mic nights. First AME Zion Church, Montreal Baptist Church and Shipman Baptist Church hold religious services.
Traveling around Shipman
Shipman has no public transportation or sidewalks, so residents must use cars to get around. The most-used roadways include James River Road, Craigtown Road and the Thomas Nelson Highway. The Charlottesville Albemarle Airport is 50 miles away.Shopping and dining in Lovingston
Residents head into Lovingston for shopping and dining. There are familiar chains like McDonald's and Subway, but locally owned eateries are the favorites here. The Chicken Coop, inside the Nelson Food Market, offers comfort food, focusing on fried chicken, fresh-baked rolls and hearty sides. Trager Brothers Coffee offers organic, small-batch coffee by the bag, and flavored lattes on Front Street. Down Route 29, Blue Moon Antique Mall and Bookstore contains wall-to-wall books and a smattering of trinkets and household items. Across the street, Vito's Pizza & Italian Grill restaurant serves pizza, pasta, subs and wings. Groceries are available at Food Lion in Lovingston, or The Corner Market closer to home.
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Important to Know
Train tracks cut through Shipman, and homes nearby may hear the occasional freight train.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Gavin Sherwood
Gavin Sherwood
YES REALTY PARTNERS
(434) 443-6489
89 Total Sales
4 in Shipman
$155K - $455K Price Range
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MARLO ALLEN
MARLO ALLEN
MOUNTAIN AREA NEST REALTY
(434) 443-7002
201 Total Sales
3 in Shipman
$25K - $294K Price Range
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Gary Palmer
Gary Palmer
Responds QuicklyTOWN REALTY
(434) 443-5220
229 Total Sales
1 in Shipman
$210,000 Price
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Tara Savage
Tara Savage
Responds QuicklyKELLER WILLIAMS ALLIANCE - CHARLOTTESVILLE
(434) 234-4102
330 Total Sales
3 in Shipman
$25K - $297K Price Range
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KAREN KEHOE
KAREN KEHOE
RE/MAX GATEWAY
(434) 443-6584
77 Total Sales
1 in Shipman
$210,000 Price
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Meredith Ford
Meredith Ford
OUT OF AREA BROKER
(434) 771-0393
2,662 Total Sales
8 in Shipman
$17K - $500K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Montreal Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Shipman | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shipman Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shipman, Lovingston sell after 124 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Shipman, Lovingston over the last 12 months is $244,725, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$254,900
Median Sale Price
$244,725
Median Single Family Sale Price
$254,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$190
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
179
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1988
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,397
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,125
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,124
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 222 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$688 - $988 per month
- Ryan School Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 309+ Sq Ft
- 105 Ryan Cir
- Shipman, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
462
Median Age
50
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$18,132
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$32,444
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
65.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
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