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Diamond Hill
One of Lynchburg's seven hills
Diamond Hill is a historic neighborhood within walking distance of downtown Lynchburg. In 1870, it was officially recognized as a part of Lynchburg and went through a golden age in the 1890s that established it as a desirable neighborhood. In 1974, the Diamond Hill Historical Society was created to preserve Diamond Hill’s character, which helped it become Lynchburg’s first historical district. “Lynchburg is known as the city of seven hills and Diamond Hill is one of them. All seven hills are historic areas,” says Robert Dawson, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Dawson Ford Garbee and Co., who has been selling homes in Lynchburg for over four decades. The area upholds its history with the Diamond Hill Historic District and places such as the Anne Spencer House & Garden Museum. The area has grown into a residential community with many weekly and annual events throughout the year. “Diamond Hill is a very popular area since it’s just blocks from downtown, where the YMCA, restaurants and shopping is,” Dawson says. “It’s also right near the City Market, where the farmers market is on Saturdays. They also have live music on the weekends.”
The Lynchburg Community Market is minutes away from Diamond Hill.
Lynchburg Community Market, Kemper Street Flea Market
The Lynchburg Community Market is open Tuesday through Saturday, with a special weekly Saturday market, where neighbors can enjoy live music as they peruse fresh produce. On the other side of the area, the Kemper Street Flea Market offers antique items, an occasional DJ, pool tables, and a small restaurant inside. The nearby Riverfront Park hosts events like an eight-week concert series, weekly movie nights and a July Fourth fireworks show. The Anne Spencer House & Garden Museum is an interesting place to visit any time of the year. Here, people learn more about Anne Spencer, a well-known Harlem Renaissance poet and Civil Rights leader whose home was a gathering place for fellow advocates such as W.E.B. Dubois and Langston Hughes.
Bungalows with front porches from $90,000
Potential buyers will find renovated two-story bungalows with American Foursquare architecture such as shingle roofs and front porches. Prices range from $90,000 to $200,000. There are also larger 1800s Victorian-style homes that range between $180,000 and $350,000.
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Paul Laurence Dunbar Mid. for Innovation
Marine biology at Dunbar Middle School
Lynchburg City Public School District serves children in Diamond Hill. Kids can attend Robert S. Payne Elementary School, before possibly advancing to Dunbar Middle School for Innovation. Both schools earn a B-minus from Niche, while Dunbar Middle offers an Earth Zone, which includes centers for marine biology, herpetology and physical science center. Students move on to E C Glass High School, which receives a B-plus from Niche and offers a promising athletic program. Lynchburg Christian Academy is about 4 miles away, as is its affiliated Thomas Road Baptist Church. The University of Lynchburg is just 3 miles away and Liberty University is 5 miles away. Churches closer to home include Diamond Hill Baptist Church and Gospel Community Church College Hill.
Head to Riverfront park where Diamond Hill residents can enjoy the skatepark.
Riverfront Park, Diamond Hills Recreation Center
While green space is sparse in Diamond Hill, residents can catch a bit of fresh air about a mile away on Riverfront Park's walking and biking trails and its seasonal splash pad. Indoor recreation is found at the Downtown YMCA and Rise Up Climbing, a rock-climbing gym. The Diamond Hills Recreation Center is another popular indoor destination. “The center has afterschool programs for kids and young teens,” says Brooke Bowie, who grew up in the area. “A lot of people go here every day.” The center also has space outside dedicated to a basketball court and playground.
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Dining on Main Street
Main Street is home to most restaurants such as RA Bistro, which serves classic American meals, and Bootleggers, a southern-style speakeasy that’s known for its burgers. For more elegant fine dining, people visit Shoemakers, an old shoe factory converted into a classy restaurant that offers fresh seafood dishes. Three Roads Brewing is a newer spot that serves craft beer and soda has dog-friendly outdoor seating. Aside from the community markets, people can buy groceries at F and L Market Grocery store, less than 2 miles away.
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Commuting on Route 29
U.S. Route 29 is used to get around Lynchburg and reach the downtown area. People also use the public bus service offered by The Greater Lynchburg Transit Company. The Lynchburg Regional Airport is 6 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Riverfront Park
Riverfront Skate Park
Percival's Island Natural Area
Transit
Airport
Lynchburg Regional/Preston Glenn Field
14 min drive
Bus
Main St. & Pearl St. (Inbound)
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12th St. & Grace St. (Outbound)
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Downtown Ymca & Lighthouse Stop
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12th St. & Taylor St. (Outbound)
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16th St. & Grace St. (Outbound)
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Fillmore St. & 15th St. (Inbound)
Bus
15th St. & Pierce St. (Inbound)
Diamond Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Diamond Hill, Lynchburg sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Diamond Hill, Lynchburg over the last 12 months is $175,000, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,292
Median Age
32
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,681
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,416
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
22.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
64.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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