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A P U B L I C AT I O N O F T H E C H A R L O T T E S V I L L E A R E A A S S O C I AT I O N O F R E A LT O R S ®
A PUBLICATION OF THE CHARLOTTESVILLE AREA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Charlottesville Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson, Orange, Augusta
COLLEGE TOWN: If Jefferson Could See Us Now BY KEN WILSON
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22 ACRE FARM IN FREE UNION
10 acres of pasture with four-board fencing, 2-stall barn, riding ring and elaborate kennels backing to Farmington Hunt Club. Ride out! Spacious and charming 5 bedroom home with master suites on 1st and 2nd floor. Walkout terrace level is an apartment or extension of the home. Wonderful remodeled kitchen is open to the family room and huge screened porch. Beautiful views of nature in all directions. $1,500,000.
PENTHOUSE OVERLOOKING UVA AND THE SOUTHWEST MOUNTAINS
One of a kind 2500 square foot home with cathedral ceilings and stunning views from the sixth floor. 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. University Village is a 55+ community offering gracious dining, multiple amenities and activities including a heated indoor pool. Reserved indoor parking with only a 5 minute drive to Grounds and 10 to downtown C’Ville. Walk to the Miller Center, UVa baseball and North Grounds. $950,000.
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A 10 MINUTE WALK TO THE ROTUNDA FROM UNIVERSITY CIRCLE
Cape Cod with character so convenient to everything UVa and downtown. Tucked away on this quiet street with no through traffic. Oasis of green in the hidden backyard.Eat-in kitchen opens to the sun room. Handsome fireplace. Master bedroom and office on the first floor. Full unfinished basement for great storage or expansion. $800,000.
Jim McVay
Roy Wheeler Realty Associate of the Year 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020 Associate Broker • Charlottesville Realtor since 1978 434-962-3420 • jim@jimmcvay.com
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ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY
STORYBOOK CAPE COD
413 Main Street 3 BR, 2 BA, 1796 SQ FT $205,000 mls 617291 Jan Shiflett, 434-242-6057
109 Daves Place 3 BR, 4 BA, 4934 SQ FT $849,900 mls 605988 Warren Maupin, 434-962-8939
655 Harrison Street 4 BR, 3 BA, 2795 SQ FT $395,000 mls 608408 Steve White, 434-242-8355
STUNNING ESTATE PARCEL
SANDY BRANCH RESORT FARM
WESTERN ALBEMARLE
Dick Woods Road 21.28 acres on Ivy Creek $1,500,000 mls 616567 Jane Porter Fogleman, 434-981-1274
2 Burnley Station Road Waterfront parcel of 5.96 acres $235,000 mls 612451 Barb Kelley, 434-882-2520
B Greenwood Road 2.41 wooded acres $144,900 mls 532642 Mike Peters, 434-981-3995
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LAKE ANNA WATERFRONT ESTATE PARCEL
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2330 Homestead Farm Road 4 BR, 2.5 BA, 5614 SQ FT $1,475,000 mls 611677 Steve White, 434-242-8355
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20144 Daniel Road Spectacular 83+ acre parcel $2,499,000 mls 617263 Steve White, 434-242-8355
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HOMESTEAD FARM ROAD
• Private setting with English Cottage main home • 38 acres, 3 separate parcels • Spectacular westward mountain views and sunsets • Charming guest cottage • MLS# 614593 • $1,695,000
• Custom built elegance • 10’ ceilings • Main floor master suite • Lovely mature landscaping • MLS# 611677 • $1,475,000
BLACKWELLS HOLLOW ROAD • 65 acre western Albemarle parcel • Parcel has access through Patricia Ann Byrom Preserve Park. • Within 30 minutes of Charlottesville • MLS# 617660 • $695,000
LAKE ANNA • 82.91 acres • 3500 linear feet on Lake Anna • Rolling pasture and hardwoods • MLS# 610245 • $2,499,000
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UNION MILLS ROAD, TROY • Custom home on 3.55 acres • 5 BR/3.5 BA, 2533 fin.sq.ft. • Bold stream at rear property line with huge 1000+ acre forest behind • MLS# 617760 • $549,900
SOUTH RIVER MEADOWS • 40.70 dividable acres • South River frontage • Blue Ridge Mountain views • MLS# 600761 • $595,000
KESWICK ESTATE • Private setting with mature hardwoods • Elevated building site • Situated on a cul-de-sac • MLS# 615730 • $294,500
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$299,900
$441,705
Lot 24 Pelham Dr/Troy
133 BLUE RIDGE DR
$424,900
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A DREAM HOME IS GREAT, BUT THE RIGHT ONE IS BETTER. SOLD
Bev Nash
434-981-5560
• Construction is underway on 7.8 wooded acres • 1400 sf, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms • Similar to photo, covered porch, rear deck • Superior modular construction like 2x6 walls • Conditioned crawl space • Paved State road • Granite counters, real fireplace • October completion
425 Rosewood Dr
$385,500
Ruth Guss
434-960-0414
• 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths • Finished Bonus Room • To be Built, The Rosalyn on 2.35 Acres • First Floor Master Suite w/ Garden Bath • Luxury Vinyl Plank Floors on Main Level, 2 Car Garage • Kitchen w/ Granite Counter-tops, 42”Cabinets, Island • Upgraded Siding, 10’x16’ Rear Deck, 2 Zone HVAC
4209 HAWKINS LANE
Shannon G. Hudson 540.661.2083 • Classic home in a classy neighborhood • 5 bedrooms w/3 masters, 4.5 baths • Landscaped w/brick courtyard & fountain • Partial basement w/1 car garage • Sunroom, FP, built in bookshelves
$495,000
$99,900
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Dan Corbin
434-531-6155
• New Custom Construction • Available June 2021 • 1980 Sq ft, One Level, 3 bedroom, 2 Bath, on 0.5 ac. • Granite, Gas Fireplace, Patio, Lovely Floors & Fixtures • Gorgeous Pond View, No HOA • Well and Septic = No Water Bills • West River Meadows Subdivision - Fluvanna County • MLS 617217
Piney Mountain Subdivision, Palmyra
10+ acre Lots
GOT PLANS? LET’S BUILD!
434.985.0021 410 West Main Street Charlottesville, VA 22902 Downtown
• Country Living in Convenient Location. • Private Stocked Pond & almost 5 acres in Albemarle County • Main Level Master Suite • Eat In Kitchen w Stainless Appliances • Covered rear deck & Finished Basement • Covered Front Porch w View of your pond & pasture • MLS# 605931
$340,030
14 ELM CT/TROY
Pat Burns
434-465-4444
• Sitting amidst estates and horse properties this beautiful 5 acre lot in Keswick area for sale to build your dream home. Convenient to Charlottesville, Gordonsville. 99,900.
517 LEXINGTON AVE
$895,000 PRICE REDUCED
Lori Click
434-326-7593
• To Be Built! The Brookwood, Similar to Photo! • 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Attached Garage, 1.66 Acres • Upgraded Siding Accent, Wide Window Trim, 10’x16’ Rear Deck • Master Suite with Garden Tub, Double Bowl Vanity • Kitchen with Granite Countertops, Stainless Appliances • Luxury Vinyl Plank Floors, Forest View s/d offer DSL, Fiber Optic
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Quintessential Charlottesville Notable Victorians on Lexington Ave Extensively renovated Redesigned character in all bathrooms, Master suite created on 3rd level Tremendous banquette seating & abundant light Ornate fixtures throughout convey Unique shelves, custom art features & organic tile and Onyx detail. Large level fenced yard
434.974.1500 943 Glenwood Station Ln Suite 203 Charlottesville VA 22901
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Dan Corbin 434-531-6155 • Gorgeous NEW 10+ Acre Homesites • No HOA, Common Sense C&Rs, Firefly • Close to the Lake, Dining, Shopping, Schools • Ready to Build? Be in Your New Home Summer 2021 • Your Choice of Remaining Lots - $109,000 • Call for A Personal Tour - MLS 602023
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2884 PALMER DRIVE | $2,675,000 | MLS 604640 4 Bedrooms • 4 Full Bath & 1 Half Bath • 4,118sqft • 4.15 Acres • 2.5 Car Garage
3280 BROADMOORE DRIVE | $2,700,000 | MLS 604638 4 Bedrooms • 3 Full Bath & 1 Half Bath • 4,000 sqft • 2 Car Garage
2869 PALMER DRIVE | $2,850,000 | MLS 604639 4 Bedrooms • 4 Full Bath & 2 Half Bath • 4,606 sqft • 3 Car Garage
2559 PALMER DRIVE | $2,425,000 | MLS 604636 3 Bedroom • 3 Full Bath & 1 Half Bath • 3,750sqft • 2 Acres
2571 PALMER DRIVE | $2,625,000 | MLS 604637 4 Bedroom • 4 Full Bath & 1 Half Bath • 4080sqft • 2 Car Garage • 2.7 Acres
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Frank Hardy Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to present 5 newly constructed exclusive residences within Keswick Estate. The product of intensive planning and collaboration among the area’s top builders and architects, these homes embody the highest standard of craftsmanship. Owners of these homes will enjoy thoughtfullydesigned floor plans with main-level masters, spacious secondary bedrooms and seamless transitions between the indoor and outdoor space.
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UNIVERSITY CIRCLE
Unique opportunity in the best University location. Over a half acre lot. Bright clean residence with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floors, great room, dining room and eat-in kitchen. Property also offers 2, one bedroom apartments on the terrace level. Large deck. Lots of off street parking! $850,000
REDBUD LANE
Unique, contemporary tri-level home. Set on 2 acres with beautiful trees and mature landscaping. Home features; 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, dining room, 2 decks, paved driveway and a 500 sq. ft. carport. $435,000
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It has come to the attention of the Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® (CAAR) there was a substantive reporting error in the March 2021 home sales data - specifically impacting the closed sales and median sales price. This inaccurate data was included in the CAAR 2021 1st Quarter Home Sales Report. Virginia REALTORS® and CAAR conducted extensive research to determine the root cause of the error. It was determined to be an inadvertent modification of the data feed within the CAAR Multiple Listing Services (MLS) system that Virginia REALTORS® uses for reporting purposes. The data feed has been fixed to avoid similar reporting issues for future reports. On behalf of Virginia REALTORS® and CAAR, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this situation has caused. We understand the magnitude of the impact to you and your sphere of influence. Please know improved quality assurance procedures with each participant in the process are being put in place to ensure that this does not occur again. It is our sincere desire and professional mandate to ensure the accuracy of the data presented so you can continue to have the confidence in the reports you have enjoyed up to now. The Revised CAAR 2021 1st Quarter Home Sales Report is now available at CAAR.com. About CAAR: The Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® serves more than 1,300 real estate professionals and affiliate members throughout the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna,
Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. Widely recognized as the leading voice for real estate in Central Virginia since 1925, CAAR members bring professionalism and high ethical standards to every business transaction. The Association advocates for the protection of private property rights and provides tools and technology for members to achieve expertise in serving the needs of customers and clients. The CAAR membership is committed to enriching the region’s neighborhoods by engaging in a variety of educational programs as well as community service events each year. If you have a question about today’s market, contact a REALTOR® today using mycaar.com for residential properties and cvcmls.com for commercial properties! They have the expertise, tools, and local insight you need to make the best real estate decision. NOTE: The term REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. About Virginia REALTORS® Virginia REALTORS® (previously known as the Virginia Association of REALTORS®) is the largest trade association in Virginia, representing 35,000 REALTORS® engaged in the residential and commercial real estate business. Virginia REALTORS® serves as an advocate for homeownership and homeowners and represents the interests of property owners in the Commonwealth of Virginia. For more information, visit www.virginiarealtors.org or follow Virginia REALTORS® on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. NOTE: The term REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.
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Village” designed by Jefferson himself (in part as a teaching tool) in Palladian and Greco-Roman style. Call it what you like, it’s stately and it’s beautiful, and it’s rich in history. Robert and Ted Kennedy (both law students), former U.S. Senators Chuck Robb and John Warner, along with Katie Couric, Tina Fey and Tiki Barber are just a few of its most famous grads in living memory. But while these alumni and countless others have impacted the nation, the school’s presence here in the 21st century is evident throughout the city. Take the UVA Hospital medical staff working day and night giving out vaccinations in the former Big Lots store in the Seminole Square Shopping Center. Chances are you or someone you know is awfully glad they’ve been there. UVA proudly proclaims its mission “to serve the people of Virginia, and to lead the advancement of human knowledge and to benefit the region and the world.” Look at just a few of the ways the university makes Charlottesville itself such a great place to live.
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Economic Impact
COLLEGE TOWN: If Jefferson Could See Us Now BY KEN WILSON
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magine no afternoons in Scott Stadium watching the Hoos, and no evenings in John Paul Jones Arena cheering on five young men who have been mentored by Tony Bennett. Imagine perhaps just one comfy (but extremely crowded) coffee shop, just a few exciting restaurants, no
annual book and film festivals, no lectures by visiting scholars, and a relative dearth of imaginative start-ups. What you’re imagining is Charlottesville without UVA—without the excitement, creative energy, and derring-do of a college town. How do you like it? Fortunately, you don’t have to. Ranked fourth in the nation among
public colleges and universities by U.S. News and World Report, UVA has a total undergraduate enrollment of 17,011. Formally known as the University of Virginia and fondly referred to as “Mr. Jefferson’s University,” or just “the University,” it lacks a “quad” and a “campus” but is proud of its “Grounds” and its “Lawn,” with its handsome “Academical
The University of Virginia has been the region’s leading economic engine almost since it was established over 200 years ago. “The University of Virginia is a significant driver of the economies of the communities it serves and of the commonwealth as a whole,” says Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Patrick Hogan. “From employment to operational spending and construction, to the activity attributable to research and medical care, UVA is proud of its positive economic benefit to the state.” An independent economic impact study conducted in 2016 found that the university’s Academic Division, Health System, and the College at Wise combined to generate a total of $5.9 billion annually in economic activity for the Commonwealth of Virginia. This includes spending on goods and services, spending by employees, students and visitors, and money spent by businesses benefiting from UVA’s own spending. The university’s 2020-2021 pre-COVID operating budget was $3.845 million. UVA employees and students generate more than $70.3 million annually through contributions to charitable organizations including the Common-
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wealth of Virginia Campaign, which itself supports more than a thousand groups through their volunteer activities. UVA leads all state agencies in giving to the CVC, and has, since 1999, given a total of more than $13 million to the campaign, which supports more than 1,000 organizations.
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Knowledge and Know How, Dollars and Cents One huge way that UVA impacts the economy is through its development of new commercial products—development that the National Venture Capital Association says helps to make Charlottesville the fastest-growing venture capital ecosystem in the country. As a major research university, UVA can take credit for discoveries that make our lives better, such as groundbreaking findings of previously unknown structures in the human brain. Its research enterprises have an annual economic impact of $644.5 million, are responsible for one in five jobs created or supported by the University and attract funders and research and development businesses to the Commonwealth.
UVA’s research park just north of town off of Route 29, newly renamed “North Fork,” houses an impressive array of science and technology firms, government contractors, academic institutions, startups and nonprofits employing hundreds of people and responsible for who knows how many hundreds of collaborations over its 35-year history. Collaborators include UVA’s School of Engineering and Applied Science, its School of Medicine, and its College of Arts & Sciences. Subjects of collaborations, previous or ongoing, include pharmaceutical research; development of cancer, diabetes and alcohol addiction treatments; training; product development and improvements; and a whole lot more. Recent collaborations with the MITRE Corporation include developing software to protect against cyber threats, and work on COVID-19 personal protective equipment and other medical matters. UVA’s School of Medicine, Health System, and College at Wise are engaged with the National Institute of Health, the National Science Foundation, NASA, the Department of Defense, and others,
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Lovingston Winery | Nelson County
105 Finders Way | Charlottesville
Nestled into 65 acres of rolling hills in central Nelson Co, this successful vineyard has a proven track record of producing award-winning and highly rated wines. With 11 acres of vines, a 4000 square foot production facility, and 3 renovated homes, the property has limitless possibilities.
Occupying an idyllic wooded hillside setting just outside Charlottesville, this 4 BR, 3.5 BA home has a new kitchen and wet bar, new cedar shake roof, updated screened porch, new whole-house generator, and extensive landscaping. Farmington location, western Albemarle schools, minutes to Barracks Rd. $1,095,000 | montaguemiller.com/616588
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630 Windrift Dr | Earlysville Desirable neighborhood of Windrift in Earlysville. Home sits atop a knoll with mountain views. Large backyard with fenced tennis court, deck & storage shed. 4 BR, 3 BA. Large bedroom and full bath in walk out basement.
lot 11 Langdon Woods Dr | Albemarle
838 Village Rd | Charlottesville
Proposed custom home to be built by European Homes of Albemarle on this beautiful lot in northern Albemarle County. Superior quality finishes including gleaming hardwood floor, custom Cabinetry, 9 ft ceiling and much more.
Prime location, just moments from UVA & downtown, this pristine Arts & Crafts style home offers a wonderful balance of location, style, and space. 5 BR, 4.5 BA home w/fenced back yard with plenty of space for play and outdoor living.
$850,000 | montaguemiller.com/617300 Anita Dunbar | 434.981.1421
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Calling Investors, Three Houses sold together. 3830 Zion Rd, 3848 Zion Rd & 3864 Zion Rd, Troy VA. All homes are currently tenant occupied. Each home has 2 BRs, 1 BA, kitchen and living room, each on 1.09 acre lot.
Charming Cape Cod in Fry’s Springs! This well loved home features 3 BRs and renovated bath with a new tile shower. Kitchen has newer SS appliances and a built in china hutch. Nice city lot with fenced year yard and off street parking.
$419,000 | montaguemiller.com/616760 Kyle Olson | 540.649.4131
$334,900 | montaguemiller.com/617808 Dana Watson | 434.996.2700
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Black Angus Farm | Scottsville Enjoy total peace and privacy at Black Angus Farm in southern Albemarle overlooking the James River. Located at the end of a quiet country lane, the 66 acres includes elevated pasture and mature forest.4BR, 3.5 BA farmhouse.
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UVA students help make this city such a standout town it’s no wonder so many want to live here after graduation. Keith Davis, Principal Broker/Partner with Nest Realty, has been in Charlottesville for 25 years and has sold homes here for 16. As the largest employer in the area, “UVA has a significant impact on the number of buyers and sellers and the general health of the real estate market” (which is excellent), Davis notes. “Some area REALTORS® have a good referral business that comes from university employees and graduates.” Even more frequently, the potential buyers are UVA alumni, oftentimes retirees. “Being in Charlottesville means you have access to a school that provides everything from arts to sports to the academic,” Davis adds, “not just for their students, but for the broader community. We lived within walking distance of the university for years and frequently went to the Culbreth Theatre or to sporting activities—things that were on grounds, that are fabulous. That outreach is why, in large part, many of the graduates continue to come back to Charlottesville.” Graduates like Davis’ own wife. “She was more than happy to move here when we were getting married,” he says. And while Davis himself has never worked directly for the university, he’s quick to recognize how much its done for him: “Every job I’ve had here has benefitted from hiring from UVA or research that came out of UVA,” he says, “or from a real estate market that’s largely driven by the employment of the university.” activities which directly and indirectly create a wide range of jobs. A lecture series entitled Grounds on the Go, which is presented in conjunction with UVA’s Applied Research Institute, features UVA faculty experts speaking on research to interested fellow park researchers and members of the community.
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Good Neighbor Charity As part of its mission to educate, UVA facilitates student-led organizations that form and train socially conscious, volunteer-minded community leaders, build community partnerships and promote lifelong volunteer service. Madison House on Rugby Road is the university’s volunteer coordinator center. More than 3,000 volunteers serve as tutors, construction workers, day care supporters, patient service representatives, role models, and peer counselors. Madison House has taken the challenging conditions of the pandemic in stride, making many of its volunteer opportunities virtual. Hoos Assisting with Life Obstacles (HALO) tackles hunger, homelessness, unemployment, and pressing local issues through seven different programs, assisting families and individuals in need by providing food, educational training, companionship, and childcare. FoodAssist aims to bridge the gap between food waste and food insecurity by collecting perishable food from fra-
ternity and sorority houses and dining halls—typically hot, leftover meals—and delivering it to needy community members. Founded in the fall of 2018, FoodAssist has roughly 30 volunteers, and hopes to add more. Two to four days a week pre-COVID, the group delivered to the afterschool program Computers for Kids. Since the onset of the pandemic, as FoodAssist has collected food from an increasing number of Greek life houses, and has received a constant stream of donations, donations have gone to the Salvation Army instead—642 pounds worth in the fall semester, and 400 this spring. The 30 or so active members of Net Impact combine their newly acquired business skills to support of socially minded entrepreneurship and consciousness raising. Net Impact facilitates ongrounds discussions of social issues, which help students to think more deeply about how their actions and careers impact the local community as well as the world around us. Currently the group works with a number of non-profits including Community Investment Cooperative, which connects aspiring entrepreneurs with existing ones, city officials with nonprofit service providers, and state agents with local businesspeople. Other collaborators are Charlottesville Angel Network, Charlottesville Business Innovation Council, CIC, Computers 4 Kids, Smart Cville,
The Salvation Army, and Wild Virginia. Altogether, a 2015 study found generous UVA faculty, staff and students volunteered for a total of 111,135 hours at schools, health clinics, food pantries, community centers and animal shelters, and made $18.9 million in charitable donations—$70.3 million including the dollar value of volunteer hours. UVA led all state agencies in employee-giving through the Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign (CVC).
Helping the Community When It Needs It Most Brainy people are good help in a crisis. Take paramedic and UVA Health intensive care registered nurse Jessica Denomme, whose idea it was for UVA to aid COVID-19 first responders by manufacturing personal protective equipment for them. Thanks to Denomme’s initiative, students and employees at the Curry School of Education and Human Development, the Darden School of Business, UVA Health, UVA Engineering, and the School of Architecture worked together—virtually, socially distanced— with local volunteers and businesses to provide PPEs like masks, face shields, and nasopharyngeal swabs. UVA put together a team composed of volunteers who took their time away from their full time jobs, producing products not for UVA Hospital alone, but also for Martha Jefferson Hospital, local EMS
Meeting the Future Thankfully, the unique challenges posed by the Coronavirus crisis are abating; what form the next public emergency will take is unknown. What is clear, though, is that the University of Virginia will be an enormous asset to the Charlottesville community in meeting any challenges that come our way. Quality of life, health care, educational opportunities, career opportunities . . . what hasn’t UVA improved around here? A school that offers 48 bachelor’s degrees, 94 master’s degrees, 55 doctoral degrees, along with professional degrees in law and medicine attracts a lot of smart kids and turns out even smarter young adults, many of whom fall in love with its history and culture and gorgeous Shenandoah Valley setting and decide to stick around. Lucky us. Skilled and educated, creative and entrepreneurial, these UVA grads could make it anywhere they like, and yet they choose to make it here. They are, to say the least, good company. “I always have this tag: live where you love, and love where you live,” says Cynthia Viejo of Nest Realty. “I find this place to be a very powerful energy center that attracts all different kinds of people: artists, writers, and actors; health-conscious, community conscious, and Earth-conscious people.” UVA,” she says, “adds a wonderful flavor.”
COMMONS Based on the Danish model of cohousing Privately-owned homes | Central green spaces First all-solar community in Virginia
At Emerson Commons in Crozet, we have designed a pedestrian-oriented neighborhood where we cross paths with each other often. We can easily take the time to stop and chat. A beautiful club house allows us to have potlucks and neighborhood events together. Neighbors co-manage the community and meet each other that way. A beautiful pool, walking trails by a creek, and multiple playgrounds give us further excuses to connect with our neighbors.
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EMERALD RIDGE
Beautiful contemporary home located near Mint Springs Park in the Western Albemarle School District! 4-BR, 3.5-BA. Walk-out ground floor apt. with second kitchen, BR, library/office space, and full BA. Large back deck with mountain views. MLS#616605 $550,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
MEADOWBROOK HILLS
RIVER LAWN
Delightful combination of wood and pastureland with a spectacular bluff for a building site overlooking the James River in southern Albemarle County. Property is under easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. MLS#569753 $745,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
OLD TRAIL
Classic brick Georgian, c. 2008, 5 bedrooms, including main level master suite, spacious and modern open floor plan. Views of the adjoining Old Trail Golf Course, buffered by small woods, and views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. MLS#614945 $1,475,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
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Circa 1946 brick home on 1+ acre in desirable city location. Features main-level master bedroom and bath, eat-in kitchen, and sunroom. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on second level. Lot may possibly be subdivided. MLS#615341 $2,150,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
Spectacular country estate offering complete privacy and total serenity from over 53 acres in Free Union with Blue Ridge views and 2-acre lake. The heart of the property showcases a stunning custom-designed residence with 6 BR, 6.5 BA, spacious chef ’s kitchen, lovely dining room and breakfast room, cozy paneled den, and great room with soaring exposed-beam ceiling and fireplace. Property is fenced with 3-board fencing. Located approximately 15 miles NW of UVA and Downtown Charlottesville. MLS#617485 $4,165,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
CEDAR HILL
One-level living in this Mid-century brick contemporary with many opportunities located in the middle of 11.5 acres. Property includes a spring-fed pond and a pastoral setting on Panorama Road, just north of Charlottesville. MLS#615745 $590,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
RIVANDALE FARM
An oasis of tranquility and fine country living within 20 miles of Charlottesville, 14 miles to CHO Airport. 177 private acres with c.1901 classic Virginia farm house, completely remodeled and updated. MLS#609244 $3,795,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 www.RivandaleVa.com
CASTELBROOK
A rare opportunity to own a little slice of heaven in Batesville! Stately 2-story brick home built circa 1890, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, nestled on just over 19 tranquil acres, is the quintessence of understated elegance! MLS#616392 $1,595,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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KESWICK
Enjoy mountain views of the historic Southwest Mtns. from this upgraded 4-BR residence on 6 private acres. From the front wrap-around porch, enter into the main level which has just undergone a fabulous transformation. Inviting living space has vaulted ceiling, LR w/stone FP, open updated kitchen flowing into great/ sun room, DR, home office, half bath & laundry. The second level has 2 master suites w/private BA, 2 BR & BA. Barn/ stable & workshop. Convenient to Pantops, Downtown Historic Mall, UVA & Keswick Hall amenities. MLS#611672 $989,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250
NORTH DOWNTOWN
Colonial Revival style c. 1913 residence restored to perfection. Flexible and updated floor plan with 2,970 finished square feet. Coveted private backyard and off-street parking. Walk to the amenities of the Historic Downtown Mall and UVA. MLS#608794 $1,449,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
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CLOWES HOUSE
BLANDEMAR FARM ESTATES
25.4 acres with varying topography and amazing rock outcroppings. Unique design opportunities to create a stunning residence with magnificent views. Convenient to Charlottesville and UVA. Fiber optic available. MLS#593358 $554,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
FOOTHILLS FARM
Private, peaceful, and scenic with idyllic setting & views! 170 acres of pristine farmland with c. 1921, 4-BR farmhouse. Separate 1-BR, 1-BA apt. above 2-bay detached garage. Currently used as cattle farm, the property includes barn & additional outbuildings. MLS#613650 $1,585,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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Circa 1870 residence in the heart of Gordonsville with historic character, original architectural detailing, and updated systems. Walk to the many amenities of Historic Main Street Gordonsville or take a short drive to Charlottesville and UVA. MLS#615710 $289,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
OLD VIRGINIA
Mostly open rolling Albemarle County parcel offering 51.8 acres, sweeping panoramic mtn. views, bold stream, pond, and old unrestored log cabin near old home site. Tract has division rights and is potential conservation easement candidate. West of Charlottesville. MLS#615504 $780,000 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124
BELLAIR
GLENDOWER ROAD
PRICED UNDER COUNTY ASSESSED VALUE! Classic, well-built 4-BR home, privately situated on 5 private acres only 15 miles south of Charlottesville & UVA, and only 5 miles from historic Scottsville. MLS#604475 $599,000 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455
FRAYS MILL
Mostly wooded preservation tract of 81.395 acres next to Frays Mill Subdivision in highly desirable northern Albemarle. This beautiful gently rolling land has a great, private homesite with Blue Ridge Mt. views, and creek on property. MLS#608509 $995,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
EXCEPTIONAL LARGE ACREAGE
Two wonderful estate parcels in coveted Ragged Mountain Farm. Excellent building sites, complete privacy, beautiful Blue Ridge mountain views. Murray/ Henley/Western Albemarle school districts.84.79 acres: MLS#563174 $995,000; 100.22 acres: MLS#563171 $1,100,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
GREENTREES
188+ acres in Albemarle, 12 miles south of Charlottesville on Rt 20. This wooded tract, mostly in hardwoods, offers long road with potential for eight 21-acre lots. There is conservation easement potential. MLS#614109 $1,299,000 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124
LOCUST GROVE
Charming home converted to duplex long ago, close to downtown. Rear deck overlooks playground at Burnley Moran School. All utilities separately metered - a rare find. Off-street parking. Lots of natural light in lower level. MLS#617369 $389,000 Jeremy Fields, 434.270.1220
EDNAM FOREST
Wonderfully large 1.5+ acre building lot in Ednam Forest. Build your dream home on this elevated, wooded lot located in a single family community, minutes from the University of Virginia and within walking distance to the Boar’s Head Resort. MLS#598537 $289,500 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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Rare opportunity to purchase a building lot of just under 1 acre in sought-after Bellair. Lush, mature landscaping, partly wooded, stream/creek. Minutes from UVA, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Murray/Henley/Western Albemarle school district. MLS#614627 $375,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
SIX MILES NORTHWEST
Private 4.29 acres, spacious Traditional brick home, built circa 2006, 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, attached 3-bay garage and detached 2 bays. Meriwether Elementary District, NO HOA, only 6 miles to Barracks Road Shopping Center. MLS#614079 $1,250,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
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HOME SALES STATS ENDING THE WEEK OF MAY 23, 2021
THERE WERE 119 SALES IN THE 11 COUNTY AND CITY AREAS n 41 were in Albemarle with an average price of $590,328 n 15 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $443,212 n 10 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $292,330 n 4 were in Greene with an average price of $452,475 n 16 were in Louisa with an average price of $436,617 n 3 were in Madison with an average price of $243,329 n 6 were in Nelson with an average price of $331,829 n 12 were in Orange with an average price of $328,083 n 6 were in Staunton with an average price of $253,667 n 6 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $222,829
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CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE
GREENE COUNTY
CITY OF STAUNTON
LOUISA COUNTY
www.charlottesville.org Real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100 www.staunton.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100
CITY OF WAYNESBORO
www.waynesboro.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.90 per $100
ALBEMARLE COUNTY
www.albemarle.org Real estate tax rate: $.854 per $100
FLUVANNA COUNTY
www.co.fluvanna.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.925 per $100
www.gcva.us Real estate tax rate: $.775 per $100 www.louisacounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100
MADISON COUNTY
www.madisonco.virginia.gov Real estate tax rate: $.68 per $100
NELSON COUNTY
www.nelsoncounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100
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