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Nelson County… it’s a lifestyle! 324 Montreal Lane Wellmaintained 3 BR, 1.5 BA home located less than 10 minutes from Lovingston. One-level living with an open plan. Spacious eatin kitchen with lots of cabinets and counter space. Appliances convey. Seller has updated the flooring and recently painted. Large rear deck with handicap ramp, and a covered front porch. HVAC was recently serviced. A great starter or retirement home. $130,000

17 Woodman Trail Modern home

with seasonal mountain views on over 4 acres! Open floor plan with spacious kitchen featuring GE appliances and lots of cabinets/ counter space; living room with gas fireplace and dining area with deck access. First floor master with en-suite bath offers a shower and separate garden tub. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath on the main level. Upstairs is a family/ bonus room that runs the entire length of the house. Only 35 minutes to Charlottesville. $239,000

300 Afton Mountain Road Great mountain views from this 4 BR, 2.5 BA brick ranch in Afton. Recent improvements include roof 2019, Central AC 2017, kitchen with new cabinets, countertops and appliances 2016, energy efficient windows 2010, washer dryer and second kitchen appliances 2017, freshly painted interior/exterior 2019, and more. Great room with picture window/views, refinished wood floors, brick fireplace, built-in shelving, cedar closets,full basement with in-law suite and storage/workshop area, sun porch, rec room//home office, garage, 2 carports, storage shed, paved drive, fiber internet. 15 minutes to Waynesboro, and 25 minutes to Charlottesville. $279,000

2705 Ennis Mountain Road This attractive 3 BR, 1.5 BA home on a very private 6.36-acre parcel, is located in Afton just minutes from Nelson County’s wineries, breweries, cideries, Wintergreen Resort and the Farmers Market. Only 20–25 minutes to Charlottesville or Waynesboro! The large great room has a handsome stone fireplace, recently redone kitchen and outstanding views through the French doors onto the deck. Check out the other living/music room! The main floor also has a small office and a charming dining room. There is a full walk-out basement with another bedroom, a large exercise room, laundry and storage. It also opens up to a 2-car garage. Seasonal mountain views that could be year round. This is a real gem and won't last long! $329,000

1697 Cow Hollow Road This 4 BR, 2 BA home sits on a hilltop on 3.77 acres with a combination of hardwood trees for privacy and mountain views. The pool, hot tub, and spaces for relaxing and entertaining make this the perfect home! The rural location is only minutes from popular tourist destinations such as the Appalachian Trail, Wintergreen Resort, craft breweries, trout fishing, hiking and more. Easy 40-minute commute to Charlottesville or Lynchburg. In-ground pool and poolhouse with over 700 feet of decking is a perfect spot for entertaining and family gatherings. $334,000

57 Pounding Branch Road Well-maintained home with an open concept design located in Afton. Main level has 9-foot ceilings. Inviting living room with gas fireplace. The kitchen features maple cabinets, granite counter tops, and an island for additional seating and work space. Upstairs is a master suite with vaulted ceiling and walk in closet, plus two additional bedrooms, full hall bath and the laundry area. Large fenced area for the kids or family pets. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch. Attached garage for added convenience. Close to all the Nelson 151 breweries, wineries and cideries as well as the Farmers Market and Wintergreen Resort. And just 25 minutes to Charlottesville! $269,000

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move-in ready! Enjoy the park-like setting of this large, private parcel with modern Charleston-style home featuring 10-foot columns on double stacked porches. Ideal outdoor living with 1200 square feet of covered porches or decks. Interior offers onelevel living with first floor master suite and room for family or friends with upstairs guest rooms or terrace-level in-law suite with family/rec room and kitchenette. Hardiplank siding, 2x6 construction, renovated kitchen with custom cabinets and granite countertops, Brazilian cherry floors, gas fireplace, optional 4th BR/office/den, oversized garage, workshop/storage, paved drive, seasonal mtn views, fiber internet; 70k in recent improvements. 30 minutes to C'ville. $449,000

424 Hunters Point Custom built, 3 BR, 2 BA golf-front home in the heart of Stoney Creek. Open great room with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, built-in cabinets and shelving. Gourmet kitchen with granite counter top and stainless steel appliances. Spacious master suite with private office, ensuite bath featuring tile shower, soaking tub, double vanity with granite top and large walk-in closet. Hardwood oak flooring in the living space and bedrooms. Level golf front lot minutes from tennis, lake, breweries, and Nellysford. Many upgraded materials used throughout this home $410,000

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Building Goodness Foundation Celebrates 20 Years of Building Community and Improving Lives Announces 2019 Skip Wootten Volunteers of the Year On Saturday, November 16, 2019, Building Goodness Foundation (BGF) celebrated 20 years of building community and improving lives. Over the past 20 years, more than 1,600 volunteers have donated 142,052 hours on projects at home and internationally. They have designed and built six health clinics, nine schools, ten community centers, and more than 1,100 homes in Central America, Haiti, and Liberia. Here in the U.S., our volunteers built a community center in Pearlington, Mississippi in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and renovated more than 60 nonprofit facilities and 120 homes in the greater Charlottesville area. Today, BFG endures; vital and productive, and committed to building lasting structures and thriving communities here and around the world. “What I love about BGF is that we

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GARTH ROAD ESTATE PRICED NEAR TAX ASSESSMENT, JUST 5 MILES WEST OF CHARLOTTESVILLE. Magnificent Georgian residence, copper roof, over 6,500 finished sf., superb quality details and expert craftsmanship. Offering gracious style on 21 private acres in quiet, pastoral setting. Features 10 ft ceilings, hardwood floors, custom cabinetry by Jaeger and Ernst, 5 large en-suite bedrooms, main-level master. Private setting, Blue Ridge Mountain views, salt water pool, and lake. MLS#586392 • $1,975,000 For more information, see our ad on page 41

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do our work in community with others. The strategic partnerships we form help deliver what is best needed in the communities we serve,” said founder Michael Cernik. “Looking ahead, I see bright days for Building Goodness. Building on our past successes, the ripple effect of our work will continue to reach and impact countless lives in the communities we serve and will serve in the future.” The recent event also commemorated the recipients of Building Goodness Foundation’s 2019 Skip Wootten Volunteer Service Award. Francis “Skip” Wootten III was a master carpenter and a long time BGF volunteer, participating in numerous work trips in the U.S., Haiti, and Guatemala. Whether it was working with BGF, the Boy Scouts, his church, or neighbors, Skip embodied the spirit of community and volunteerism. He was a craftsman of the highest quality and embraced each project with great enthusiasm, consideration, and dedication. He passed away unexpectedly at age 54 in 2008. Since then, BGF has used this award annually to recognize the outstanding service of volunteers who embody Skip’s approach to life, community, and service. This year BGF paid tribute to two volunteers. Architect Candy Smith, a staple of the Charlottesville design scene for decades, has been involved with BGF since 2013. She’s designed two birthing centers in Haiti and has been to the country with BGF several times. A thoughtful, human-centered designer, Candy’s contributions to BGF and our beneficiaries are invaluable. Local contractor, Michael Pleasants, is a new volunteer to BGF this

year but he’s already taken two trips to help build a school in rural Guatemala and worked on several projects locally. Attention to details, creative problem solving, and value-driven are some of the traits that make Michael such a valuable volunteer. “Volunteerism is at the heart of BGF. By working together towards a common goal we achieve far more than we ever could as individuals,” said Board of Directors President Dan Fagan, “We thank Candy and Michael, on behalf of the entire BGF family, for their tireless commitment to BGF’s mission and to those we serve.” As Building Goodness Foundation reflects on the past 20 years and looks toward the future, we envision a time in which all communities have the building they need to thrive. From renovating homes for seniors, to designing medical clinics for families, to building schools for all our children, BGF continues to work with those who share our commitment to building communities here and around the world. Building Goodness Foundation is a Charlottesville-based nonprofit construction organization which connects skilled volunteers from the design and construction industries with communities in need at home and abroad. In partnership with the highest-quality NGOs and domestic nonprofits, we build, renovate, and repair critically needed schools, health clinics, community centers, and more. To find out more, please visit www.buildinggoodness.org.

Lend a Hand: Help AHIP Keep Home Repair Strong, and Reach More Neighbors in Need Double Your Impact with Time-limited AHIP Donor Challenge! The holiday season is a joyful time for family, friends, and making memories. But for many of our neighbors, the joys of holiday and family are often tinged with worry—about making ends

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Historic, c. 1788, gem in the heart of Keswick, restored and updated. Main house with attached tavern and party barn on 4 acres. Views of Southwest Mountains. Minutes to Charlottesville and UVA. MLS#587033 $2,250,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

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West of Charlottesville, near Ivy, is this beautiful 92acre home on elevated site with spectacular panoramic views of mtn. fields, and forest. This property is one of 3 preservation tracts of Ragged Mtn. Farms. MLS#595833 $2,475,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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Perfect quaint Stone cottage, conveniently located in the heart of historic Fry’s Spring, just steps from the UVA, and well stocked w/charm, quality & craftsmanship in every corner. Solidly built home situated on a gorgeous lot w/spacious, fenced backyard - perfect for entertaining, gardening & more. Residence features plenty of natural light & a tastefully rustic character that is sure to impress. Totally move in ready! $409,000 MLS#597786 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

YELLOW MOUNTAIN

A perfect combination of open fields and woodland with expansive long range views from several homesites on this 75+ acre estate parcel. Property shares a common border with Mint Spring Park. MLS#587056 $975,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

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Delightful combination of wood and pastureland with a spectacular bluff for a building site overlooking the James River. Property is under easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. MLS#569753 $745,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

THE CHIMNEYS

273-acre farming estate in Madison County, base of Blue Ridge Mountains. Spectacular home with many improvements in a magnificent setting. MLS#584956 $2,900,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 Visit: www.TheChimneysFarm.com

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Magnificent brick Georgian, 5 spacious en-suite bedrooms, main-level master, superb quality details and expert craftsmanship throughout. 21 private acres, just 5 miles west of town. MLS#586392 $1,975,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

BRAMBLEWOOD

Stunning 522-acre private sanctuary in the Southwest Mountains and heart of Keswick. Impressive grounds, farm, and manor home—built circa 2008—with the highest quality craftsmanship and material and great attention paid to every unique detail. Over 14,000 fin. sf. of gracious living space, with two other homes, and a barn. MLS#595091 $6,700,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 www.BramblewoodVa.com

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3-bedroom home on 1.38 park-like acres. Wonderful neighborhood with great yard and privacy yet convenient to UVA/downtown, airport and locations north of town. MLS#595975 $389,500 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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701 acres at the base of Doubletop Mountain. 20 acres in apple orchards, perfect for a first-class vineyard. Convenient to Camp Hoover, Shenandoah National Park, and many fabulous hiking trails. MLS#588709 $2,795,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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Lovely mature 2-acre parcel of land in the Meriwether Lewis Elementary School District. Ideal for residential construction. Beautiful rural setting, great location just minutes west of Charlottesville and UVA. MLS#585959 $249,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

Beautiful country home set on 39.6 private acres at the foot of the Blue Ridge, featuring a well-designed home with multiple living rooms. The property includes a three-bay utility room and a guest house. MLS#587914 $4,475,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

MEADOW HILL FARM

15-miles west of UVA. 6 BR 5.5 BA, Guest cottage, open country kitchen, rich pine flooring, and high ceilings all levels. 13-Acres open pasture, views of rolling Piedmont countryside. MLS#595248 $2,300,000 Mark Mascotte, 434.825.8610

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25.4 acres with varying topography and amazing rock outcroppings. Unique design opportunities to create a stunning residence with magnificent views. Convenient to Charlottesville & UVA. Fiber optic available. MLS#593358 $554,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

2-BR, 2.5-bath townhome in sought-after Old Trail community, 12 miles west of Charlottesville. First level includes upgraded stainless and granite kitchen, spacious LR w/FP, and dining area. MLS#583217 $239,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1893

JUSTIN DRIVE

Wooded parcel with outstanding views and long frontage on the Rivanna River. Close to shopping, restaurants, and more, yet totally private. Spectacular building site overlooking the river accessed by private drive. MLS#580880 $345,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

EXCEPTIONAL LARGE ACREAGE

2 private estate parcels in coveted Ragged Mtn. Farm. Excellent building sites, beautiful Blue Ridge views in the Western Albemarle school districts. 84.79 acres: MLS#563174 $1,295,000; 100.22 acres: MLS#563171 $1,495,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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Built and designed in 1978 by Henry Browne, this superb home features lovely architectural detail and fine craftsmanship, large rooms and heart pine floors. Recently renovated, 2 private acres. MLS#586110 $695,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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Choose your builder and build your dream home on one of 8 private lots in Northern Albemarle. 5+ to 42+ acres. Wonderful Blue Ridge Mtn. views with privacy. Close proximity to NGIC, Airport, shopping, and University Research Park. Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

EDNAM

Quality-built, spacious home priced to sell below tax assessment value!!! Brick home, 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, including main level master suite. Walking distance of renovated Boars Head Resort. MLS#591365 $785,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

INDIAN RIDGE DRIVE

This is the VIEW LOT that you are looking for. Sweeping Blue Ridge views for miles. 5 acres open with remaining 8+ acres in woods. Well already in. Bring your builder or architect. 15 minutes to Hollymead Town Center. MLS#590233 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124

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entral Virginia may not feel very urban, but there are four first class cities (population greater than 10,000) in our immediate area. Harrisonburg is the largest, with a population of 55,346; Charlottesville comes in next at 49,093; Staunton at 24,438; and Waynesboro at 22,784. Add to those, a handful of small towns that dot our eight-county region, and that makes nearly 200,000 people that choose an urban, or at least town-based lifestyle, rather than one in the suburbs or rural Virginia countryside. What is it about living in or near downtown that appeals to so many? Is it easy access to theatres, arts venues, and restaurants? Or are people just trying to avoid a long commute to work? Maybe they’re trying to ditch the car all together and walk, bike, or

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use transit. Others may get a charge from being part of a vibrant community of people that live or work close-by. Even with all those advantages, people still need to be able to recharge with green space and natural areas. The best downtown localities offer those as well. Whatever the reason, to those almost 200,000 people, the urban life-

style is compelling. But not perfect. Living downtown also comes with its problems. Achieving just the right balance for the most people is key to making downtown living work.

Lights, Camera, Action! Downtown is the place to be to see the best shows, hear the best music

and talks, and eat the best food. Last month’s Virginia Film Festival and this month’s TEDx Charlottesville, and upcoming holiday light festivities are perfect examples of why people want to be downtown. This concentration of entertainment, energy, and enlightenment is most often found there. Pair the theatre or concert with a delicious meal. Warm your hands with a hot chocolate as you walk amongst the crowd. Feel the energy in the air. These are the makings for great memories. But for those who live downtown, they’re not one-off occasions. They can be the regular rhythm of life.

Commuters Delight What does a day look like without having to drive a distance to work? Or without a long bus ride for the kids? What if a walk to work checks off a couple of boxes, like aerobic exercise

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and time for calming and clearing your head rather than stressing about traffic on 250 or the Interstate? All these are possible when downtowners reclaim that chunk of time that most people have to spend commuting to work. By living in a compact environment in which a walk to work or school is easier than starting the car and figuring out where to park, a workday gets less busy and less stressful. And by trading time behind the wheel for an active commute (like walking or riding a bike to work), maybe there’s no need for the time or expense of a gym membership.

portation (H+T) costs as they relate to household income, buyers can see how affordability is impacted by location. The accepted benchmark is to keep the combined H+T costs below 45 percent of household income. In the CAAR reading area, every city has pockets in which these costs are below that 45 percent target maximum, indicating pockets of affordability. City residents who live in these location-efficient neighborhoods benefit from a compact arrangement and have easier access to jobs, services, transit, and amenities. And that saves money because they drive less. In some neigh-

But is it Affordable?

borhoods, this may mean a car isn’t necessary at all for day to day activities. A Housing + Transportation map for cities in the CAAR readership area shows that about one third of the city of Charlottesville falls within that affordable range. Harrisonburg, Staunton, and Waynesboro have even less than one third of their geographic area affordable when both housing and transportation are analyzed.

1606 GREENLEAF LANE

City charmer –3 bedroom, 2 bath home with living room, dining room, kitchen, screen porch, on a great flat and fenced back yard. Many features include wood floors, off street driveway, builtins, landscaping and cute front porch. Near parks and schools in convenient neighborhood. Walk to Univesity of Virginia. MLS#595802 $388,000

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BOATING, or Hunting HuntingRetreat Retreat BOATING,FISHING FISHING or - COME ORFOR FOR LIFE! COMEFOR FORTHE THE WEEKEND WEEKEND OR LIFE!

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615 PLUM TREE Road Very well TREE maintained. 615 PLUM Road Relax & enjoy! Spacious Very well maintained. Screen w/ ceiling Relax Porch & enjoy! Spafans electric outlets. cious &Screen Porch w/ Easily + 2 ceiling maintained fans & electric room shed.Easily 1/4ac fenced, outlets. mainsecurity surround & tained +lights 2 room shed. Corner Wood stove. All of 1/4ac fenced, security this makes for a fantastic lights surround & Corget away! $225,000 ner Wood stove. All of this makes for a fantasSpacious Country Home welcomes you & your lifestyle. Flexible floor plan tic get away! $225,000 for casual or formal multi-generation use. Decks. Porches. Trees. Fields. Pond. Lot 6 Contrary Creek

Nature acres. $550,000.00 350+ ft&of49 Waterfront on the ELKSide CREEK Main of LakeRD Anna. MixBuild your retreat on ture of mature woods, moderate to sloped terrain along this absolutely stunning waterfront. area park like Common 10+/- acre boat ramp for launching. Inwaterfront parcel with credible views abound! Conapprox.to 1800 +/-feet of venient the new Shopping waterfront. Across Centers, Restaurants & from Marinas boat or auto)! PossiThe(viaWaters at Lake ble owner financing. Privacy Anna. Mature trees & & Convenience! $300,000 gentle slope! $295,000

BRICK RANCH, 20 ACRES. Near Town of Mineral & LAKE ANNA. BRICK FIREPLACE. $5,000. Closing costs pd by seller. $239,900. New photo in mls for front of home. Brighter than previous one.

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Right up there with time is money. Sure, there are multi-million dollar condos downtown. And prices are going up but there are still options available. An experienced REALTOR® can help locate just the right match of location and affordability. Believe it or not, even with higher housing costs in downtown neighborhoods, it may be less expensive to live in a city than it is to live further out and drive into town for work and entertainment. Transportation costs vary within cities, down to the neighborhood level. By analyzing housing and trans-

Not Just for Commuters Not everyone that chooses to live downtown works nearby. The draw of the urban lifestyle is such that downtown attracts both those that don’t

A rare opportunity to build your dream home in highly sought after downtown Charlottesville. Located only three blocks from the Downtown Mall and four to Court Square. Peaceful city living on streets lined with mature trees and nice landscaping so close to everything downtown has to offer. Illustrated home is just an example of what you could build, bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Offered at $449,000.00 MLS# 561846

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4029 S MT AIRY ROAD Professionally managed loblolly pine plantation (224.8 acres) residual in hardwood creek. The pine is now mature with high value post material and pulpwood which can be clearcut harvested now or thinned for an immediate cash income (check with your tax advisor about establishing a basis in land and timber then when the timber is harvested can be a significant tax advantage). An opportunity to own a well managed loblolly pine plantation that can grow at 10% per year which may provide diversity for your portfolio. If harvested now and replanted with a premium seedling, another harvest in twelve to fifteen years is possible. Access provided by a well established private road to this parcel and many others. Significant hunt club income. MLS# 579489 $493,875

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WINSTON ROAD

Delightful and charming residence on a private lot in a prime intown location. The beamed cathedral living room shares a spectacular see-thru stone fireplace with the dining room, updated eat-in chefs kitchen, sun room, 3-bedrooms and 3-full baths. High end total renovation. Tucked in among native landscaping and beautiful hardwoods. Within a mile to UVA, Historic Downtown and Barracks Road. MLS#597403 $719,000 Charlotte Dammann|434.981.1250|email: cdammann@aol.com 503 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville VA 22903 www.mcleanfaulconer.com

commute at all and even those who commute OUT of town to get to work. Grier Murphy, Associate Broker with Nest Realty, sees it and lives it. People are after the lifestyle. She says that one of the biggest draws for her family is the ability to be spontaneous. There is never a shortage of things to do even if they only have an hour. A short walk takes her and her family to visit neighbors, the finest restaurants, shows, and out for a drink. Yes, she typically rides her bike to work. But on a Sunday evening, she’ll realize that they have had a jam-packed weekend and the car hasn’t moved. That lifestyle, with easy access to all things social, entertaining, and recreational, is just as important as not having to drive to work. The downside is that as the preference for a more urban lifestyle trends upwards, Murphy says, many first-time home buyers or those with limited budgets can be priced out of the market. Typically, there is a direct correlation between home costs and distance from downtown. If higher real estate

prices aren’t offset by significantly lower transportation costs, it can be tough to make the numbers work.

Going Up? The recently completed C&O Row on East Water Street in downtown Charlottesville is emblematic of downtown living and new construction. Each of the twenty-five units has four stories and an elevator. According to Tom Ridley, VP of Sales with Evergreen Home Builders, “Downtown living is always in demand. The lack of buildable lots continues to push prices higher.” But it’s not only the prices that continue to rise. With new construction, the buildings themselves have a smaller footprint and higher profile. Ridley says, “Hence the verticality. There was no way to get 25 typical suburban homes in that space. But the four-story brownstone model with elevator matched the geography and the history of the space perfectly.”

“The Ballet of the Sidewalk” Admit it. There’s something intriguing about watching people walk,

Is Green Space Only in the Country? It’s ironic, but some of the best green space is actually in our cities. Maybe none of them can compete with the grandeur of Shenandoah National Park or the natural areas of Wintergreen and George Washington and Jefferson National Forest. But there

Gypsy Hill Park and Wilson Park flank the northern and southern ends of the major downtown district. Charlottesville is home to two infamous parks due to the controversial Civil War statues onsite. But the presence of these parks and other green and open space may someday be reiterated to evoke more pleasant and calming emotions. And these parks will then be put squarely back in the asset column of downtown living.

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Managing Expectations Living downtown is not without conflict and inconvenience. But if expectations are realistic, city dwelling should be a mostly satisfactory, no, make that a mostly delightful, experience. When expectations are not realistic,

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eat, talk, and live their lives. It’s fun to watch and be part of the action. Author and activist, Jane Jacobs, called this human interaction “the ballet of the sidewalk.” There’s no better front row seat than downtown. Sit on a bench on the Downtown Mall or on a sidewalk café, and just enjoy the show. Or if you live downtown, be a part of it.

Located in one of the most coveted areas of Charlottesville, this renovated and energy efficient beauty is just a short stroll to shops, restaurants, arts& entertainment in downtown Charlottesville and Belmont. Use it as a 3 or 4 bedroom home. A location like this often involves compromise but this home retains theoriginal charm with the luxury of modern living including upgraded kitchen, baths, metal roof, new lighting/electrical & plumbing, spray foam insulation, and more (seephotos for LEAP certification and full list of upgrades). Rare off-street driveway parking AND a 2-car garage that could be converted to an income-producing apartment.Curb appeal, all above grade sq ft, and plenty of storage in this home! MLS# 586847 $639,000

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dissatisfaction and conflict can creep in. A transplant from Glenmore to Charlottesville’s Belmont neighborhood recently took to the social media app NextDoor to complain about noise during a music festival at nearby IX Park. An energetic online discussion ensued. One resounding message was that if the complainer didn’t want to hear music from a nearby concert venue during the day, she shouldn’t have moved within a couple of blocks of a music, arts and concert venue. A reasonable expectation is that some noise and disruption come with the territory. If that is unacceptable,

One level living in cozy woodland nest on large sunny corner lot in one of Charlottesville’s most popular neighborhoods. This hidden gem must be toured to fully appreciate the ambience and private setting. Living room with fireplace, kitchen with sliding glass door to bring nature indoors. Carport offers room for expansion and shelter from inclement weather. Original features include beautiful oak hardwood floors, steel kitchen cabinets, porcelain bath tiles and crown molding. Recent improvements include new roof, hot water heater and furnace. Easy access to bypass and parkway allows convenience to local shopping, restaurants, downtown, Stonefield Shopping Center and UVA. MLS# 595750 $407,500

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are some pretty incredible spaces in or adjacent to downtown areas that contribute to the draw. Like many urban areas, a river flows through Waynesboro. Fronting South River, Constitution Park takes full advantage of its proximity to the downtown area and its river access. The park is home to the farmers market, festivals, concerts, and the Waynesboro Arboretum. Recognizing how this green space contributes to their downtown, Waynesboro recently upgraded and expanded Constitution Park. Staunton also sports two major parks just off of their downtown area.

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the better option is to not move to a downtown neighborhood. Loi Patkin, REALTOR® with Long & Foster Real Estate, works with her clients to help them understand everything that downtown living entails. Especially if this is the first time they will live in an urban setting. Her goal is happy clients and that will only happen if their expectations are in line with reality. Patkin has taken potential buyers to a property at different times of the day to be sure they understand traffic patterns, noise from passing trains and what it really feels like to live in an incredibly dense neighborhood, perhaps one with no yard. Coming to this level of understanding before making the move is critical to enjoying life downtown.

netic? What can inject the gaiety, the wonder, the cheerful hurly-burly that makes people want to come into the city and to linger there?” Music. Arts. Shows. Education. Energy. Vibrancy. Diversity. And people; lots of people. Yes, there will be noise. And traffic. Managed within reasonable limits, these and other inconveniences will be an acceptable trade-off for all of the benefits. The whole point of the downtown lifestyle is to enjoy the rich, variegated, busy, compact tapestry. And the beauty is that downtown provides something for everyone. Carla Huckabee is a writer who helps healthy living services and vendors work to increase real estate value.

More Gaiety. Not Less. One of Patkin’s older clients is getting ready to move into her new unit at C&O Row. Most people her age buy that sort of property because it has an elevator. Not this gal. She just can’t wait to be part of the city; to walk to the theatre, the library, bookstores, and shows. In her 1958 Fortune magazine article, “Downtown is for People,” Jacobs asks “What makes the city center mag-

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1116 HOLMES AVENUE COME HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Sharp updated city gem, close to Historic Downtown Mall, Northeast Park, Rivanna Trail, Meadow Creek Golf Course, Skateboard Park & much more! 4-Bedroom, 2-Bath home, with loads of upgrades... Reconditioned hardwood floors; Gorgeous kitchen with granite, stainless steel &cabinets to the ceiling; Newly redone bathroom; Open stairway from kitchen to lower level boasting large family room, full bath, great laundry room & workshop, and 4th bedroom/office, leading out to delightful screened porch. Enjoy the large fenced backyard from the porch, deck and fire pit, and catch occasional glimpses of the Rivanna area deer. Down the hill, beyond the back fence, is the Meadow Creek, adding to the awesome scenic view. MLS# 597641 $365,000

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Mobile: 434-882-2520 • kelley.barb49@gmail.com Ednam Hall • Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903

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Exquisite French Country home (3700 sq.ft.) set on 21 acres surrounded by trees. 12’ ceilings and large windows lead to a light-filled home. Gorgeous kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, granite countertops and a breakfast nook. Easy one floor living opens to the expansive terraces and gunite lap pool. Property has a cottage (1000 sq.ft.) with 2 bedrooms, an open floorplan and a screened porch. This one of a kind offering shows attention to detail. Only 10 minute to town! $1,425,000

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635 WORTHINGTON DRIVE, UNIT 100

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Albemarle County, 2 BR/2.5 Baths, 2638 Fin Sq Ft.

Albemarle County4 BR, 5 F/2 H Baths, 4948 F/4010 UF, 4.05 Acs

Prime C’ville location, near UVa Grounds, country club environments, medical facilities, historic sites, shopping/dining & much more! Offers spacious one-level living at its best, tastefully remodeled w/flowing floor plan, including adding an attached bath to the 2nd Bedroom, lovely eat-in Kitchen improvements & expanded storage space. Lovely residential & mtn views from all windows. Two-car indoor garage spaces.

Extraordinary home on private setting offers gracious living & entertaining areas inside & out. 1st flr offers formal LR & DR, Great Rm w/FP & access to 2 Terraces, Study, large Eat-in Kitchen w/Breakfast Rm & Pantry, Laundry w/Half Bath, gorgeous Master Suite & Bath, plus add’l BR w/Full-Bath. 2nd flr has 2 BR’s & 2 Full Baths. Basement ready to finish w/multiple rooms, Full Bath, exterior access to side Terrace & stairs to private driveway en-trance. Stunning landscaping & Koi pond, privacy on all sides! Large 2-car attached Garage w/plentiful driveway parking.

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$925,000

MLS# 591712 $1,350,000

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COMING MID-DECEMBER NEAR IVY AND CROZET Dramatic barn home on 5.7 acres with year round Blue Ridge views. Wonderful, high end finishes. Three car garage with large apartment above. Land is level and open for ease of having animals. Home to be built in 2020, so time for you to customize! $1,600,000.

LAKE AND FENCED PASTURE ON 12 ALBEMARLE ACRES

Custom home in beautiful, private setting. 5 acres are fenced with 3 stall barn. 2 acre lake with walking trail around it- enjoy the peace and water lilies! Home has first floor master, kitchen with granite counters and cherry cabinets. Basement apartment provides steady income or can be an extension of the home. $489,000.

BROAD BLUE RIDGE VIEWS

2 acre building site between Ivy and Crozet in Meriwether School District. On a quiet, private road. A short bike ride or drive to Walnut Creek Park for boating and relaxing. Drive by this scene every day on your way into town! $275,000.

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HAVE YOUR DREAM HOME BUILT IN IVY This 3 acre parcel is in a $1m+ neighborhood in the Murray School district. Third generation builder with 300+ homes built by the family will accommodate your design and specifications. Land is easy to build on and has a bold stream. A 5000 sq ft home will cost around $1,500,000. Home can be larger or smaller to suit your needs.

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TAKE ADVANTAGE of the rare opportunity to purchase a brick ranch on 18+/- acres in the South River Valley (Stanardsville). Potential elevated views of the South River and surrounding farms along the western ridge. Home is in need of renovation and TLC. There is a detached garage/ workshop and an equipment shed on the property. $350,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (594497)

REDFIELDS: 3-BR plus loft w/1st-flr master, minutes to UVA and Downtown. Open floorplan w/hardwoods and vaulted ceiling. Large eat-in kitchen w/ granite counters. Quick close if possible. $384,900. Byrd@ByrdAbbott.com 434242-9600. (595510)

CONTEMPORARY CEDAR-SIDED HOME with expansive views of Historic Southwest Mountains. House was renovated, remodeled and enlarged to create beautiful living spaces, a large Master Suite w/Study, two large Guest Rooms en suite, open-concept Kitchen, large porch w/pergola. Over 75 acs of privacy with trails, fenced paddock, small barn, mature landscaping, flowing Mechunk Creek. $814,950. Duke Merrick, 434-962-5658. (596575)

EQUESTRIAN ESTATE in the Heart of Keswick. Cottage homes are known for natural charm & comfort and Kesmont offers a refined country house. renovated kitchen w/chef's layout, granite tops & maple cabinetry. Open floor plan with chic & charming living spaces. Gunite swimming pool, 10-stall stable w/tack room, wash rack, riding arena. Board fenced paddocks w/water. $1,495,000. Duke Merrick, 434962-5658. (593206)

ESCAPE TO THE MOUNTAINS! This 1BR/1BA Mountain Chalet is the perfect weekend retreat. Main level offers a full kitchen, living room with 2 story ceilings, lots of windows and full bath. Loft area serves as a bedroom. Rear deck overlooks backyard which includes various fruit trees. Low maintenance. Easy access to South River Falls in the Shenandoah National Park. Only 15 minutes to the town of Stanardsville. $105,000. Megan Perry, 434-806-5245. (595401)

BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS for as far as the eye can see! Only one of two condos at Wintergreen Resort which offer an elevator Open floor plan, galley kitchen, spectacular views, great room w/ wood-burning fireplace, large master bedroom w/ deck access, ceramic tile in both bathrooms, covered parking, & fully furnished. $175,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (584147)

PERFECT LOCATION to all Charlottesville has to offer! MOVE-IN ready, tastefully renovated end-unit townhome on basement with many great features. Well-appointed floor plan with 3 bedrooms & 2.5 Baths. Newly refinished floors and fully renovated kitchen. Private backyard with mature trees & landscape. A must see! $212,500. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (596149)

A MUST-SEE BUILDER’S OWN HOME on 4 private acres in Northern Albemarle! This PEARL-PLATINUM Certified Energy Efficient custom home will WOW you with impeccable craftsmanship and finest quality finishes inside & out. $1,390,000. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-5310817/434-531-0795. (594679)

2 ACRE PARCEL in southern Albemarle County offering a great building site! Located only 10 minutes from both Route 29 and the historic river town of Scottsville. Easy access to the local area from this beautiful property. Let your imagination take over when designing the perfect home to place on this lot. The possibilities are endless! $19,500. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (588646)

FRAYS GRANT. Ten separate parcels, 2-21

UP CLOSE BLUE RIDGE VIEWS. 2.1 acres between C'Ville and Crozet with broad year-round views. Open and level for easy building then landscape how you wish. Private road frontage shared with two other lots that will have $1m+ homes. $275,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (594339)

THE LOCATION of this building lot offers resort-style living with unparalleled privacy and serenity! Benefits of Stoney Creek living include proximity to the amenities of Wintergreen Resort such as golf, tennis, skiing, swimming pools, and nature/hiking trails in your own community! Charlottesville, Waynesboro, and Lynchburg are within a short driving distance. $40,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (565531)

acres priced from $169,900, located in established neighborhood. Lots feature varied topography; wooded, pastoral, views and may be purchased separately or in different groupings. Institutional seller, all offers considered. $2,250,000 in its entirety of 176 acres. Warren Maupin, 434-9628939. (540724)

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Wonderful Views – 26+ Acres Albemarle County $1,495,000 – MLS #591232 Spectacular custom residence, 5 BR Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Peter van der Linde, 434-981-0889

Beautiful Custom Built Oasis Albemarle County $995,000 – MLS #592821 Southern living plan on 10.5 acres Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882

Elegant Brick Custom Home Mill Ridge, Albemarle Co. $699,500 – MLS #574822 5 serene acres, updated kitchen Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 www.2300MillRidgeRoad.com

Fantastic Investment Opportunity

City of Charlottesville $1,450,000 – MLS #582184 Two triplexes and one duplex, income producing Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

Prime Location Near UVA & More Ednam Condos, Albemarle Co. $925,000 – MLS #597300 2 master suites w/custom full bath Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972

Mid Century Contemporary in Ivy Glenaire, Albemarle Co. $517,000 – MLS #592547 Charming, 2-stall barn total 3.8 acres Bob Durrer, 434-242-6011

Gorgeous Estate – Tons of Privacy

Beautiful All Brick Home

Albemarle County $1,189,000 – MLS #596176 Sprawling owners’ suite, gourmet kitchen Justin Kent, 434-951-7052

Foxchase, Albemarle Co. $1,024,500 – MLS #593714 Brand new kitchen & covered back deck Justin Kent, 434-951-7052

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Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $899,000 – MLS #578572 Stone FP, wall of windows on golf course Alyson Maupin, 434-953-6112

Mountain Brook, Louisa Co. $475,000 – MLS #596262 Lake frontage, 2960 FSF, 1st floor master Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Missy Kent, 434-962-0485

Borders GW Nat’l Forest, Off Grid, Solar Ready $650,000 - MLS #592665 96 acres, Private Waterfalls and Trails Joshua Tracy, 434-249-9300

Hidden Hills, Fluvanna Co. $474,900 – MLS #592389 Quality details, large deck, 2-car garage Alyson Maupin, 434-953-6112

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Forest Lakes, Albemarle Co. $399,000 – MLS #576291 Upgraded appliances, finished bsmt Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

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MLS# 596763 $2,495,000 HARE FOREST - Privately located in arguably one of the most beautiful, and protected areas of Central Virginia, Hare Forest is the quintessential historic estate. The 2 story c 1784 brick Federal style manor home is ideally situated on 173ac in the Rapidan area of Orange County, and is protected by a conservation easement. The house has been updated, while still keeping most of the original, moldings, mantels, and chair rails. The property is further improved by 3 cottages, swimming pool, smoke house, small garage, 24 stall stable, office, 11 paddocks in board fencing. Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

MLS# 595383 $1,175,000 RIVER ROCK FARM - A beautiful farm with long frontage on the Lynch River and great views of the Blue Ridge. The main residence was custom built in an environmentally friendly way with reclaimed materials, native ﬁeldstone and on-site milled oak counters. Geothermal heating/cooling system, passive solar positioning and argon tinted windows. Sited for complete privacy, the home, a pool enjoy beautiful views of the Blue Ridge. Healthy pastures (6) and a good barn complex with riding trails, along with guest cottage/rental round out this wonderful offering. High speed internet available. Peter A. Wiley – 434.422.2090

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MLS# 596165 $1,375,000 FOXCROFT FARM - Located adjacent to the Keswick Club, Foxcroft is situated on 25 private acres yet only 10 minutes from Charlottesville. The colonial home has been added to since it's original construction and boasts a large family room and kitchen ideal for entertaining. The 5 BR, 3/2 bath home is situated approximately in the center of the mostly open parcel. The farm is currently used as a horse property that includes a main stable with 6 stalls, heated tackroom, and wash stall. A second barn has an additional 6 stalls, numerous 3 board paddocks, and a fenced ring. Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

MLS# 597210 $549,000 0 RED HILL ROAD - 21 private acres with views only 12 minutes from town. A level, private lot with good views of the Ragged Mountains. The secluded homesite is well sited for a custom home. The back of the lot has a large stand of magniﬁcent hardwoods that lead down to a year-around stream (North Fork of the Hardware River). Direct access on Red Hill Road allows for a quick commute to Charlottesville. High-speed DSL service available.

KESWICK LANDMARK

EXPANSIVE MOUNTAIN VIEWS

MLS# 595978 $3,500,000 AIRSLIE - Landmark county estate located in the beautiful Keswick hunt area of Albemarle County. House was signiﬁcantly renovated in the early 1990’s using only the ﬁnest materials and craftsmen. The surrounding 62+/- acres are mostly open, and offers stunning views of the south west mountains. Property can also be purchased with additional land and improvements. $3,500,000

MLS# 585925 $256,500 ELK ROCK MEADOW - Blazing fast internet on top of the Blue Ridge. Breathtaking views over Rockﬁsh and Shenandoah Valleys with an easy commute to Crozet and Charlottesville. Hikers paradise; steps from the Appalachian trail and convenient to wineries, breweries and the amenities and natural beauty Rt 151, Crozet, Wintergreen and the Valley have to offer. Additional home sites available ranging from 2.38 acres to 8.96 acres. Pricing from $193,000 to $292,500.

Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

Peter A. Wiley – 434.422.2090

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love the vibe Belmont offers,” declares REALTOR® Grier Murphy of Nest Realty in Charlottesville. “I’ve lived in Belmont for more than 20 years and there have been many changes!” She particularly likes the broad range of socio-economic households, ethnic backgrounds, and familial make up. “I do, too,” chimes in 21-year resident Janice Kavanagh, also with Nest Realty. “Many folks who bought their Belmont homes in the down market are improving those old homes, turning them back into beautiful properties on tree-lined streets. The neighborhood is now a true mix of locals, young families, professionals, and downsizers.”

History

The Belmont neighborhood comprises a little over 400 acres bounded on the north by the CSX Railway, 6th Street SW on the

west, and Moore’s Creek on the south and east. It’s a mix of housing, eateries, churches and parks, with small businesses scattered throughout. Belmont was once a farm estate owned by the nephew of a boyhood friend of Thomas Jefferson. There was a substantial growth spurt back in 1905 when the original Belmont Bridge was built over the railroad tracks. That bridge was replaced in 1961 by the New (!) Belmont Bridge. In the late 1990s the neighborhood was designated a “priority neighborhood for improvements” resulting in new sidewalks, planters and trees in the Downtown Belmont area.

Great for Families “Belmont’s a great neighborhood for kids,” observes Murphy. “My two boys [9 and 11] have loads of playmates they go to visit or who stop by our house, which is terrific. Most kids can walk to Clark Elementary School—and they do.” Youngsters living

in Belmont’s southern area attend Jackson-Via Elementary School, which requires a ride on a school bus. Many people have dogs and while there’s no dedicated dog park, there are sidewalks everywhere, so it’s a common sight to see people out walking with their children and pets. In fact, walkability is a definite positive here. “I love the walkable access to most all of the things we need or want on a daily basis,” Murphy continues. “We walk to parks, to attractions on the Downtown Mall, or to the gym.” She also walks or bikes to her Garrett Street office. “I’ve ridden my bike regularly to the Market Street Market for basics.” She adds that with a vehicle, you can be to larger shopping options like Fifth Street Station in under 10 minutes.

Lifestyle “You simply can’t ignore the caliber of restaurants that are available in downtown Belmont,” says Murphy. Kavanagh agrees that the eateries in Belmont have taken off in the last 10 years. “Not all residents are happy about this increase,” she concedes. “There’s more traffic, tight on-street parking limiting spaces for residents, and increased noise levels from late-night pedestrians and music.” On the other hand, she sees this increase in restaurants as instrumental in putting Belmont on the map of desirable neighborhoods.

structure or adds an additional floor. In some cases, older places in poor condition are simply razed and new construction begun. This can mean a strikingly modern home in the midst of older, more modest bungalows. “Not everyone wants an old house-remodel project,” observes Kavanagh, “so well-designed new homes are filling a very real need.” In particular, she says, downsizers and retirees want city living, but aren’t at the “small

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The neighborhood is a true mix of locals, young families, professionals, and downsizers.

Housing Options As a well-established neighborhood, Belmont has many older, smaller dwellings. In some cases, these older homes are given additions. Sometimes new construction incorporates an existing

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condo” step in their life. “They still want a small yard, but don’t want the upkeep of an older home.” Until recently, there weren’t many new single-family homes available— just a few here and there on random vacant lots. “New housing in Belmont is primarily on infill,” Kavanagh says, “either on a single lot or in areas like the townhomes at Belmont Station and single-family homes at Belmont Point.” She explains that buyers coming from metropolitan areas often want to keep their metropolitan lifestyle. “Many buyers want new construction, but don’t want to be out in the county,” she says. For many, Belmont is the perfect blend of that metropolitan lifestyle with a small-town neighborhood flavor.

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Case in point: The Bridge Arts Building. “It’s transformed itself a few times over the years,” Kavanagh says. “Today, it offers many events: live music, plays, speakers, local-artist displays, and their popular holiday ‘pop-up shop’ with crafts. It’s just a wonderful place to support local businesses and artists while getting together with neighbors.” “If there’s a negative,” says Murphy, “it’s that Belmont traffic has increased significantly as development has increased.” She’s also concerned that people will be priced out of the neighborhood as larger companies come to the downtown area. “It’s hard to know how to avoid that when people want to live close to where they work and have the salary to be able to afford it,” she says.

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“I believe that if these eateries hadn’t happened, Belmont wouldn’t be as popular as it is today with young families,” she points out. “Residents can walk out their door to meet friends for coffee, good food, and entertainment within a few blocks. Most of the streets have sidewalks and many of the homes have front porches, so it’s a great way to get to know your neighbors.” Other neighborhood-y establishments add to the charm of Belmont.

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