Crozet, VA

Established in 1997, Cory Farm is a 67 home neighborhood located in Crozet. Cory Farm homes are 8 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive, yet within walking distance to a variety of shops and restaurants including the Shoppes at Clover Lawn and the Crozet Harris Teeter.

As a relatively small subdivision, Cory Farm doesn't have a large number of sales from year to year. After the final new homes were completed and sold in 2004, there have been a total of 28 sales between 2005 and 2008...meaning that about 42% of the homes have ‘turned over' in that 4 year span. Considering the average homeowner moves every 7 years, Cory Farms is in line with normal turnover rates.

As with most Charlottesville and Crozet neighborhoods, sales numbers and prices in Cory Farm peaked in the 2006-2007 timeframe and have backed off from peak pricing levels. In 2004, the average price per square foot in Cory Farm was $120/sf. As the Charlottesville real estate market took off, so did prices in Cory Farm. At its peak in 2007, price per square foot was $164/sf - a 36% increase in just a few short years.

However, this price per square foot number may be a little misleading, considering the average size of homes sold in 2004 was 2605 sf and the average size of homes sold in 2007 was 2257 (a 13% difference). Comparing apples to apples, the average per square foot of a home is almost always more for smaller homes since each additional square foot is typically less expensive to build/reproduce than the previous one. For example, a similar 5000 sf home most likely does not cost twice as much as a 2500 sf home to produce.

Since 2007, prices have backed off to (approximately) 2005 pricing levels...and, not coincidentally, Albemarle County average home prices are also at about the same levels as 2005.

Through the first 8 months of 2009, there have only been 3 sales in Cory Farm. While the neighborhood's proximity to the new Harris Teeter may be appealing to some, it actually may be a bit too close. Many homes that once looked over farmland now look directly at Harris Teeter. In addition, the increased traffic on 250 (due in large part to Harris Teeter and Clover Lawn) may also be a detractor for Cory Farm. Many people move to Crozet to get away from the traffic and congestion of 29N and the City of Charlottesville. And with other Crozet neighborhoods still surrounded by more privacy, Cory Farm's location may actually be hurting potential sales.

On the positive side, there has been a nice influx of new businesses and services coming into the Crozet area...making Crozet more and more 'self-sufficient'. These new businesses are increasing the popularity of Crozet because residents no longer need to drive to Charlottesville (or Waynesboro) for their daily needs. Moving forward, I expect Cory Farm to continue to be a popular neighborhood mainly because a) it is easy to get to Charlottesville using I-64 and Route 250 b) it is built out and there is minimal construction going on (with the exception of neighboring Liberty Hall) and c) the community has desirable floor plans from several popular Charlottesville builders.

So close to the Blue Ridge you can throw a rock and hit it. Old Trail should be on your list of places to see when looking at Charlottesville Real Estate. With townhomes and single family homes in a walk-able neighborhood, Old Trail is a unique place to live.

The schools are in walking distance as well as shops and even golf...

Come visit Charlottesville and Old Trail, you will be glad you did.

About The Author

Charles McDonald, Associate Broker at RE/MAX Assured Properties and dedicated Buyers Agent is the author of this blog, and several other sites on the Internet. Charles and his group of experts in the Charlottesville area are always available to help you with your Real Estate needs. Call our group anytime at 434-981-1585 or to search for homes visit: Charlottesville Real Estate

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At Nest Realty, we're working hard to raise the bar on real estate videos. We'll be releasing more videos throughout the Fall - featuring neighborhoods and areas throughout Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and Central Virginia.

Here's a taste of what's to come with our first version of a real estate video for Old Trail Village:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMDMieq44YM

About Old Trail Village in Crozet, Virginia

Nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge on over 800 acres, Old Trail Village is a traditional neighborhood development (TND) featuring a Village Center, a community pool, Old Trail Golf, walking trails, and acres of parkland. Old Trail real estate options range from townhomes to carriage homes to estate homes. The Old Trail Village Center includes a coffee shop, restaurants, a day spa, and ACAC Fitness and Wellness - conveniently located within walking distance of all Old Trail homes. Whether you are looking to buy an existing home, purchase a home site, or build your dream home, Old Trail is a must see if you are exploring Crozet real estate.

Homes for Sale in Old Trail

Lots for Sale in Old Trail

I wanted to help spread the word to Crozet,

Charlottesville and the surrounding areas!

1st Annual Crozet Health Fair and 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk

9/15/2009 (Albemarle.org)

Bring your family and friends to the 1st Annual Crozet Health and Wellness Fair. On Sunday, October 18th, the Crozet Business Networking Group is sponsoring the 1st Annual Crozet Health Fair from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. at Crozet Baptist Church on St. George Avenue (near Downtown Crozet). This free event is promoting healthy living for all ages, with over 20 Crozet health care professionals providing free health screenings, education, assessments and other services.

The event will also have a 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk starting at 2:00 at the church.

The Crozet Health Fair will feature free flu shots for children without insurance, cholesterol checks, child fingerprinting, massage, glaucoma tests, oral cancer screenings, body mass index (BMI) measurements, blood pressure screenings, audiogram, orthodontic screenings, energy field screenings, posture analysis, and sleep disorder screenings. There will be local food vendors and activities for children. Meet your local health care providers and find new resources right in Crozet.

Starting at 2:00 p.m., presentations and demonstrations on topics such as first-aid, stress management, and healthy cooking/nutrition, will take place every 30 minutes.
No appointments or pre-registration are needed; attendees will be seen on a first come, first served basis.

Exhibitors will include ACAC Crozet, Albemarle Co. Sheriff’s Office, American HomePatient, Anytime Fitness, Augusta Health Internal Medicine, CHIYU Massage and Reflexology, Connections Chiropractic Center, Crozet Blue Ridge Dental, Crozet Family Medicine, Crozet Eye Care, Optometrists, Crozet Internal Medicine, Crozet Pediatrics at CCHC, Dr. David Maybee, DDS, Drs. Rice & Associates, Encompass Therapy, LLC, Hamer & Hamer, DDS, Orthodontics, Lauren W. Morris-State Farm, Legacy Hospice, M2 Personal Training, Mountainside Senior Living, PT Plus Physical Therapy and Wellness Center, UVA Family Medicine- Crozet, Vision Solutions, LLC, Western Albemarle Rescue Squad, and Your Body Balanced.

The mission of the Crozet Business Networking Group is to provide service to the community and support for local businesses. The group would like to express appreciation for Crozet Baptist Church’s Parish Nursing Ministry for hosting this event.

For more information, please contact:

Dr. Shannon Franklin drfranklin@crozeteyecare.com
Lauren Morris lauren.morris.mmgd@statefarm.com
Dr. Brice Jackson bjackson@connectionschiropractic.com

While driving near Charlottesville Virginia on Hwy 64 there is a little turn-out worth stopping at to take a look at the view (see above photo I took today).

There is more to this stop than just the view. This is the VDOT Workers` Memorial....

see below:

NOTE: No public funds were used to build this memorial.

It is really a sight to see and we are proud that it is located close to our small town of Crozet and Charlottesville in the center of Virginia!

Note the details appears to be 3 images of a worker...