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Historic events and homes
White Rock Hill, a small historic suburb near downtown Lynchburg, is known for its role in Black culture. The area is home to the city’s first Black cemetery, established in 1882 and used by churches for over 100 years. Hand-carved, heart-shaped headstones mark many graves here. Lynchburg also has strong ties to Black culture because abolitionist John Lynch founded the town. The town’s history is documented by the Lynchburg Museum, which highlights historic events and trends through visual displays and digital exhibits.
White Rock Hill is a beautiful neighborhood.
Enjoy the many murals downtown not far from White Rock Hill.
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Vintage homes start at $40,000
One of seven hills in the Lynchburg area, White Rock Hill has a rough terrain, which made it challenging to build on, and it only became a part of Lynchburg in 1908. The Presbyterian military cemetery and White Rock Cemetery stretch between pockets of residential homes. Industrial buildings border the area, sandwiched between the James River and the freight train tracks. Any space is covered by thick greenery, and tree-lined streets boast occasional sidewalks with slanted, fenced-in lawns. “We’re called the tree city because we got so many trees,” says Debbie Aub, associate with RE/Max 1st Olympic. Most homes were built around 1910 and are in the Foursquare and minimal traditional styles. “There are beautiful, older homes there,” says Aub. “When we bought there, it was a very affordable area. A lot of people and their families have owned their homes for years and years.” Modernized and updated homes sell for $125,000 to $215,000, while vintage homes sell for $40,000 to $70,000.
Foursquare homes are prevalent in White Rock Hill.
The homes in White Rock Hill have great character.
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Percival’s Island Natural Area
Across from White Rock Hill is Percival’s Island Natural Area, with an access path near Route 29. Explorers follow the James River Heritage Trail to a bridge, where residents gaze upon the James and the rolling hills beyond. The bridge leads to the natural area, and locals traverse the trails while enjoying the native plants and animals that call the island home. “It’s paved, so it’s easy to walk on, and people walk their dogs and bike,” says Aub. “They take their kids and strollers. It’s a nice area.”
Go for a run through Percival's Island Nature Area.
Enjoy the view of the James River when you live in White Rock Hill.
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Shopping and dining in Downtown Lynchburg
Most residents dine on Main Street in Lynchburg’s Central Business District. “It’s very convenient to restaurants and shopping,” says Aub. “And the community market.” Waterstone Pizza serves hand-made wood-fired pizza in a modern wood tavern setting highlighted by brickwork. The Caddock Terry Hotel marks its history as an old shoemaking factory with a giant red high heel above the entrance. Within the old hotel is Shoemakers, an upscale surf and turf restaurant. Snacks and necessities can be purchased at White Rock Food Market and groceries are available at the Lynchburg Community Market and the Food Lion in Madison Heights.
Enjoy times with loves ones in White Rock Hill.
Main Street is the central hub of Lynchburg which is close to White Rock Hill.
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Events celebrate Lynchburg history
Established in 1783, The Lynchburg Community Market is the country's third largest continuously running farmers market. Since no significant grocery stores exist in the Lynchburg Central Business District, residents purchase their goods at the community market. The market runs Tuesday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and has an Artisan Crafters Gallery and a Saturday market. “We shop there every Saturday,” says Aub. “In summer, we buy 90% of our veggies there and all of our meat there.” In June, Lynchburg celebrates its past as part of the tobacco manufacturing industry. The James River Batteau Festival celebrates the eight-day journey merchant boats, batteaux, used to take from Lynchburg to Richmond. Dancing, storytelling and singing travel to Richmond along the James as residents in kayaks, canoes and homemade batteaux camp in riverside towns and communities. Those looking to attend religious services may visit Jackson Street United Methodist Church, White Rock Baptist Church, Rescue Mission Non Denominated and others in the area.
The Lynchburg Community Market near White Rock Hill is a great place to shop.
Take a stroll in White Rock Hill with family.
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B-plus rated E.C. Glass High School
White Rock Hill is served by Lynchburg City Public Schools, which receives a B from Niche. Children attend William M. Bass Elementary School, which receives a C, and Sandusky Middle School, which receives a C-plus. Students advance to E.C. Glass High School, which receives a B-plus and offers an early college program, dual enrollment courses and the opportunity to participate in the Lynchburg Regional Governor’s STEM Academy through the XLR8 program at the Central Virginia Community College.
E.C. Glass High School in White Rock Hill prepares your kids well for college.
Sandusky Middle School is a great school in White Rock Hill.
William S. Bass Elementary School in White Rock Hill helps your students excel.
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Commuters use Route 29 and bus stops
White Rock Hill is “not the easiest city to walk around,” says Aud. White Rock is mainly car-dependent. Route 29 borders the area and connects to Route 501 and Route 460. Bus stops are found along Main Street, Buena Vista Street, Grace Street and other main roads. The Lynchburg Regional Airport is 7 miles away.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
White Rock Hill
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
White Rock Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in White Rock Hill, Lynchburg sell after 146 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in White Rock Hill, Lynchburg over the last 12 months is $120,450, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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