$753,326Average Value$244Average Price per Sq Ft44Homes For Sale
Ford’s Colony is an all-in-one, gated community
Ford’s Colony is an all-in-one gated community, offering large homes with quick access to private recreation and dining options. Located 5 miles east of Colonial Williamsburg, this relatively new neighborhood from the 1990s maintains the historic feel that’s found throughout the rest of this storied city. With the large number of amenities offered, local real estate broker Susan Krancer says community engagement is one of the high points of Ford’s Colony. “It’s a very welcoming community. Everyone came here from somewhere else, so people have been making a lot of new friends,” says Krancer, Broker for Ford's Colony Realty, who’s been selling homes in the area since 2003. “This is also a big neighborhood. There are almost 3,000 homes here, so there’s a lot of opportunity to meet people who enjoy the same activities that you do.”
Ford’s Colony offers large wooded lots that create privacy, quiet, and a tucked-away feel throughout the community.
Ford’s Colony has 12 miles of paved trails that weave through the woods and neighborhoods for walks with pets or people.
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Colonial revivals starting in the $400,000s
Homebuyers can find large colonial revivals and ranch-style homes from as early as 1985, as well as houses that were built in the last 10 years. “There is still some building activity going on, so you do have the opportunity to get a brand-new house,” says Krancer. Properties are arranged in subdivisions that weave around golf courses, woodlands and Powhatan Creek. Homes feature manicured lawns, wide driveways and attached garages. Most houses typically sell for $400,000 to $900,000, while even larger properties go for $1 million to $3 million. Ford’s Colony gets a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, which is below the national average of 4.
Ford’s Colony includes some newer construction, giving homebuyers the option of brand-new homes in a mature setting.
Colonial-style homes are a common sight in Ford’s Colony, echoing the historic design of nearby Williamsburg.
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Recreation facilities throughout the neighborhood
Residents have ample recreation options right in the neighborhood. “The neighborhood offers at least 60 different clubs and activities,” says Krancer. There are three 18-hole championship golf courses, one for each subdivision to play on. St. Andrew’s Facility and Westbury Park feature swimming pools, sports facilities and playgrounds. There are 12 miles of paved leisure trails that weave throughout the community. And just north, Freedom Park is a 600-arce forested recreation spot with ziplining, a 2-mile hiking trail and 20 miles of rugged biking trails.
Recreation courts and a baseball field at Westbury Park invite residents of Ford’s Colony to stay active and enjoy community sports.
Ford’s Colony features two neighborhood pools, offering residents a place to cool off, socialize, and relax close to home.
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Events and clubs in Ford’s Colony
Subdivisions in Ford’s Colony host their own events throughout the year. “Each section of the neighborhood has its own special events,” says Krancer. “They have parties for holidays, wine and dine events and some of them have a monthly get together. There’s also the newcomers club, so people can meet others who moved into the neighborhood around the same time.” Other Ford’s Colony clubs include interests like the arts, sports and fitness, games and service groups. There are also golf tournaments for adults and children held at the neighborhood’s Blackheath Course in June.
Highly rated public schools, close to William & Mary
Students may start at D.J. Montague Elementary, which gets a B-plus from Niche, before going to Lois Hornsby Middle, which also receives a B-plus. Lafayette High earns an A-minus and ranks in the top 15 best high schools for athletes in the state. William & Mary, the second-oldest college in the United States, is also just 5 miles east.
Lafayette High School scores an overall grade of A- on Niche.
Lois Hornsby Middle School strives to foster a safe environment.
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Restaurants in the neighborhood, shopping centers nearby
Ford’s Colony offers two on-site restaurants, Murdoch's Tavern & Patio with pints and pub dishes and The Colony Room with classic American favorites. Just south, Newtown is a massive shopping center with Target, Walmart, Publix and Trader Joe’s. There are also other chains like PetSmart, HomeGoods and Old Navy. The Williamsburg Premium Outlets are less than 10 miles north with over 120 additional stores. And just over 5 miles east, Colonial Williamsburg is a historic, 18th-century district with taverns and small shops.
Eleva Coffee Lounge, just outside Ford’s Colony, is a favorite nearby spot for espresso, pastries, and meetups.
Williamsburg Premium Outlets are just 10 minutes from Ford’s Colony, with over 120 shops to explore.
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Commuting via I-64
While residents may be able get to the neighborhood’s amenities on foot, the rest of Williamsburg is car dependent. Commuters can take Interstate 64 north to Richmond, south to Hampton and Newport News and over the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel to get to Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Sentara Regional Medical Center is 10 miles north, and the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is 25 miles south.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Ford's Colony Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ford's Colony, Williamsburg sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Ford's Colony, Williamsburg over the last 12 months is $748,500, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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