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Rural community between Windsor and Smithfield
Spanning over 300 square miles west of the James River in Hampton Roads lies Isle of Wight County, Virginia, a vast semi-rural county with quaint small towns and swaths of farmland. “Isle of Wight County is a great combination of peaceful country living and town amenities,” says Lee Cross, a native of nearby Suffolk, Virginia, and the managing broker and third-generation co-owner of Cross Realty. “You have farmland if you prefer to have some elbow room, but you also have traditional neighborhoods if you like a sense of community.”
Outdoor time comes easy thanks to quiet roads, fresh air, and wide‑open views in Northern Isle of Wight.
Northern Isle of Wight offers many local eateries serving the best sandwich options around.
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Varied home styles and prices
The choice of single-family home styles in Isle of Wight is as vast as the county itself, from ornate Victorians with gingerbread trim in Smithfield’s historic downtown to 1960s ranch styles in quiet neighborhoods near Windsor to modern traditional new-builds on acres of sprawling farmland. Home sizes range from around 1,000 to 4,400 square feet, and list prices span from $100,000 to nearly $1 million.
Gorgeous Queen Anne inspired homes can be found on several blocks in Northern Isle of Wight.
Established neighborhoods offer sidewalks, parks, and a welcoming sense of community in Northern Isle of Wight.
Colorful Northern Isle of Wight homes sit along beautiful sidewalk lined streets.
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Attending Isle of Wight County Public Schools
Area kids children attend Isle of Wight County Public Schools, including Westside Elementary, rated a B by Niche, and Smithfield Middle, which earns a B-plus. Next, students move on to B-rated Smithfield High, which offers several academic programs, including dual enrollment with Paul D. Camp Community College. “In my experience, the schools are definitely a draw for people,” Cross says.
Smithfield High offers dual enrollment courses through Paul D. Camp Community College.
The inviting entrance of Smithfield Middle School welcomes students.
At Westside Elementary, students thrive in a nurturing environment.
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Car dependent commuting
With Routes 460 and 258, both significant area roadways, running through the county, folks who commute to other parts of the region for work or play will find Suffolk, Newport News and Norfolk are all within a 30-mile drive of the heart of the county. Since public transit is limited to only about three Hampton Roads Transit bus stops around Smithfield, most county residents depend on a car to get around. “Smithfield Foods is a big employer in the area, so a lot of people have local jobs and don’t have to commute very far,” Cross says. “But for those that work in other areas of Hampton Roads, like Newport News or Norfolk, it’s an easy drive time, especially from the northern part of the county.”
Town-based eateries and grocery stores
Much of the dining and retail options in the county are located near the towns of Smithfield and Windsor, with Smithfield’s historic downtown taking the top spot for its collection of charming locally-owned restaurants, like Taste of Smithfield with dishes featuring the town’s world-renowned ham. Smithfield’s downtown also boasts an eclectic mix of local specialty shops, while both Smithfield and Windsor feature grocery stores for everyday needs, including Food Lion and Kroger.
Taste of Smithfield, in Northern Isle of Wight, has dishes featuring the town’s world-renowned ham.
Window displays on Main Street showcase gift shops, gourmet markets, and home décor unique to Smithfield, close in proximity to Northern Isle of Wight.
Small‑town storefronts and services in Windsor support residents like Smithfield Ice Cream Northern Isle of Wight.
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Vast parks for county fairs or peaceful walks
County residents have numerous opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, from Smithfield’s vast Windsor Castle Park, with its endless amenities, including walking trails and a natural playscape for children. Folks in the southern part of the county enjoy events at Heritage Park near Windsor, including Fourth of July Fireworks and the Isle of Wight County Fair.
Kayak and paddleboard launch areas make Windsor Castle Park a popular starting point for exploring Smithfield’s waterways.
Stroll along Windsor Castle Park's numerous scenic paths.
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Holiday parades and festival fun
The county fair isn’t the only fun in Isle of Wight County. From Smithfield’s Party with Purposes fundraising festivals, which include a spring Wine & Brew Fest, to Windsor’s annual Christmas Parade featuring area marching bands and decorated snow plows, Isle of Wight County folks know how to have a good time in their communities.
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Crime and Safety
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Northern Isle of Wight
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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4
Crime Score
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Northern Isle of Wight Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northern Isle of Wight, Smithfield sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Northern Isle of Wight, Smithfield over the last 12 months is $438,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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