Garland Hill Homes for Rent

Garland Hill, located less than a mile from Downtown Lynchburg, is a historic neighborhood known for its ornate homes and rich history. The area features homes built around 1885, with some dating back to 1787, such as the Lynch House. Architectural styles include Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, Victorian, Foursquare, and minimal traditional. The neighborhood's streets are gridded with cobbled roads, small sidewalks, and tree-lined borders. Garland Hill is adjacent to the James River Trail Tunnel, part of the 10-mile James River Heritage Trail, and near Hollins Mill Park, which offers fishing and access to the Blackwater Creek Bikeway. Biggers Park provides a jungle gym and basketball hoops, while the nearby Old City Cemetery in Tinbridge Hill features historical gravesites and rose gardens. Fifth Street, once a major thoroughfare, has been revitalized with eateries like 5th Street Grind and 5th Street Vito’s, and retail options. The Lynchburg Community Market and Food Lion in Madison Heights serve grocery needs. The Downtown Lynchburg Association hosts events such as Bright Nights during the holiday season. Garland Hill is walkable with bike lanes and bus stops along Fifth Street, and Lynchburg Regional Airport is 7 miles away. Children in the area attend Robert S. Payne Elementary, Linkhorne Middle, and E.C. Glass High School, which has a high rating and offers music programs. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average.