Wes Stearns
M.O. Wilson Properties
(703) 782-3072
332 Total Sales
1 in Margo
$105,000 Price
Margo
Margo means “pearl,” fitting for an area whose crowning jewel is a body of water. Driving through the rural community, you can tell how much everyone treasures Lake Anna, a multitude of marinas and restaurants named after the lake. “Many people move here because of the proximity to Lake Anna,” says Anne Corbin with Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., resident and Realtor with nine years of experience.
East of the lake in Spotsylvania County, Margo features large lots of land for single-family homes, giving it a peaceful pastoral feel. Having over an acre of land is easy to come by no matter what your budget is. “There’s a range of housing, some that are inexpensive and some in the millions. It’s a very eclectic area price-wise. You can definitely find what you’re looking for,” Corbin says. Further from the lake but with plentiful yardage, buy ranch-style houses for around $358,200 or Cape Cods for about $281,500. Closer to the water and secluded by woodlands, you can find more ranch-style homes for around $333,800. For those seeking a lakeside retreat in the woods, a new construction house with its own private dock and views overlooking the water can go for $1.7 million.
Students in Margo go to the Spotsylvania County Public School District, which earns a B grade according to Niche and has a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. Schools include Livingston Elementary School, Post Oak Middle School and Spotsylvania High School. On Niche, all three schools earn B-minus grades. The district has been designated one of the Best Communities for Music Education by The NAMM Foundation for high-quality musical fine arts.
Margo has abundant outdoor recreation, especially at Lake Anna State Park. “Living by the lake means you can certainly boat and relax on the beach,” Corbin says. The state park also has hiking trails, cabins to stay in and campgrounds. There's no end to the water activities from fishing to kayaking and canoeing. At Anna Point Marina, launch boats off wide ramps for jaunts on the water. For a park on dry land, head to Chewning Park for playgrounds, baseball fields and a picnic pavilion.
The area has local retail for basics like groceries and a few restaurants. The 208 Variety Store offers a deli and snacks to pick up as you get gas at the station. To stock up on the week’s food, head to Keystone Grocery. As for local restaurants, Lake Anna Hideaway offers seafood in a laidback but colorful interior with a large bar. Vito’s on Lake Anna has Italian fare in a dimly lit dining room or a large patio ideal for date night.
As for local events, the town of Mineral, a stone’s throw away across the lake, hosts many community get-togethers. At the Fall Festival, bring costumed children to trick-or-treat at the booths, where you can buy arts and crafts or snacks. The area also has a weekly farmers market during summer and autumn months where you can find locally grown produce, meats and home products.
About 74 miles from Washington, D.C., Margo residents can travel to the nation’s capital via Interstate 95 North. For weekend trips in the nation’s capital, visit the Tidal Basin, monuments and Smithsonian museums. In Margo, enjoy a rural community centered around Lake Anna and the state park for an outdoorsy lifestyle.
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Anna Anderson
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Wes Stearns
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Letitia Smyth
Letitia Smyth
Piedmont Fine Properties
(540) 792-3658
102 Total Sales
1 in Margo
$289,900 Price
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Juliet Mayers
Juliet Mayers
LPT Realty, LLC
(571) 462-2413
170 Total Sales
1 in Margo
$575,000 Price
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Debbie Jett
Debbie Jett
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(540) 361-6277
102 Total Sales
4 in Margo
$140K - $525K Price Range
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Bruce Toliver
Bruce Toliver
Elite Realty
(240) 949-4553
65 Total Sales
1 in Margo
$320,000 Price
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Amanda Martinez
Amanda Martinez
Gallery Realty LLC
(571) 520-9376
82 Total Sales
1 in Margo
$600,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lake Anna State Park
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
Marshall Park
Arritt Park Ball Fields
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Belmont Park
- Playground
- Parking Lot
- Multi-Purpose Field
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Margo | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Margo Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Margo, Spotsylvania sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Margo, Spotsylvania over the last 12 months is $474,900, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$499,900
Median Sale Price
$474,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$474,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$315,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$789,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
69
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$262
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,154
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,066
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,474
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,285
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
45,738
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 1pm
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
16,964
Median Age
45
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$101,535
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$120,434
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.3%
College Graduates
25.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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