Charlottesville VA - Happiest City in the Nation To Live

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - Aug. 1, 2014 - PRLog -- Charlottesville VA Named the Happiest City in the Nation to live.

Well we've all heard the saying "Virginia is for lovers". Lovers we are! Naturally love generates happiness. So, It's no surprise that Charlottesville Virginia has been named the happiest city in the nation in which to live. Charlottesville is nicknamed Cville and Hoo-ville with a motto of “A great place to live for all of our citizens”. Charlottesville VA possesses many great qualities. There is something for everyone here in Charlottesville. Rich in history Charlottesville was founded in 1772 and the birthplace to two US presidents, Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe. Jefferson’s plantation Monticello is designated a national historic landmark among many other sites like The Rotunda and the grounds of UVA. Designed and named by Jefferson “The Academical Village”.  You certainly don’t want to miss the nearby home of Monroe at Ash Lawn or Montpelier just over in Orange. Be sure to experience 18^th century dining at Michi Tavern. The historic downtown pedestrian mall is another favorite of Charlottesville residents and visitors. The downtown pedestrian mall provides a unique blend of specialty shops and dining venues. Virginia is the 5^th largest producer of wines in the United States with about 30 wineries in close proximity to Charlottesville. No, that’s not why we’re all so happy! There are many activities in and around Charlottesville to be enjoyed. Hiking, cycling, camping, horseback riding and ATV riding in the Blue Ridge Mountains and the National Forest can be enjoyed. Nearby Hot Air Ballooning and skydiving can be enjoyed for those who enjoy more adventurous fun.

Just imagine starting every single day with a scenic backdrop of Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding you. I can attest it is sensational! Whether you’re considering a primary residence or a 2^nd home for vacations and quick get-away Charlottesville VA has many great communities in the downtown area (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Charlott...) and the surrounding counties of Albemarle (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Albemarl...), Greene (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Greene%2...), Nelson (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Nelson%20Real%20Estate/), Louisa (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Louisa%20Real%20Estate/)Madison (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Madison%20Real%20Estate/) and Orange (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Orange%20Real%20Estate/). Charlottesville is located about 2.5 hours from our nation’s capital, Washington DC and about 3 hours from our eastern shoreline. Charlottesville is also in close proximity to the ski resorts of Wintergreen and Massanutten. Check out Charlottesville’s popular condo communities (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Charlottesville%20Real%20Estate/). These are perfect weekend get-a ways and great for family and friends to gather to enjoy the sports events, ski resorts or simply a couple of days away. If you’re looking for a retirement home we have some spectacular 55+ communities. The community of Four Seasons (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Ruckersville%20-%20Four%20Seasons/) in nearby Ruckersville VA is just like living in a resort! Have you dreamt of owning a historical home? Here are all 252 homes for sale built between 1700 and 1900 (http://search.charlottesvillehomesandfarms.com/index.cfm?action=searchresults&searchkey=8e9a1533-916d-9bde-5221-e529050cd3c2&sr=1)!  If horses are your dream or starting up a farming business you’ll be interested in these horse and farm properties (http://search.charlottesvillehomesandfarms.com/index.cfm?action=searchresults&searchkey=8e9f7515-e794-a1cd-7702-d28f98b624a0&sr=1) in and around Charlottesville VA. If a pool is a must have in your next home you won’t want to miss out seeing these Charlottesville homes with a pool (http://search.charlottesvillehomesandfarms.com/index.cfm?action=searchresults&searchkey=8e9f7515-e794-a1cd-7702-d28f98b624a0&sr=1)! There are actually 142 homes in and around Charlottesville with a pool.  If golf is your passion there are currently 303 homes for sale in and around Charlottesville with a golf course nearby. (http://search.charlottesvillehomesandfarms.com/index.cfm?action=newsearchsession&search_mode=form&primarysearchtype=active&searchtype=city&state=VA&single_family=y&min_price=0&max_price=1000000000&has_golf=Y&condo_townhouse=y&multi_family=y&resetform=1) You may also enjoy the Charlottesville area waterfront homes. (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/listings/areas/6137,6140,6141,6144,6148,6156,6166,6169,6170,33470,35850,40912,118086,134236,138891,140381,142076,142077,142078,142079/propertytype/SINGLE,CONDO,VAC/waterfront/1/) If you enjoy taking walks in the evening to the downtown pedestrian mall or to the areas dining venues you’ll probably like living in the city of Charlottesville (http://search.charlottesvillehomesandfarms.com/index.cfm?action=newsearchsession&search_mode=form&primarysearchtype=active&searchtype=city&state=VA&single_family=y&condo_townhouse=y&min_price=0&max_price=1000000000&county=City%20Of&city=Charlottesville&resetform=1). If you prefer a more rural setting you’ll want to concentrate on the counties of Albemarle (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Albemarle%20Real%20Estate/), Greene (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Greene%20-%20Ruckersville%20/), Louisa (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Louisa%20Real%20Estate/), Madison (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Madison%20Real%20Estate/), Nelson (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Nelson%20Real%20Estate/) and Orange (http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/community/area/Orange%20Real%20Estate/).

Charlottesville Market Snapshot

It’s important when considering an investment in real estate to understand the pricing trends, inventory levels and statistics. As a professional residential real estate specialist I’ve got you covered! In the 22901 zip code of Charlottesville VA the number of active listings has dropped by 0.2% from the prior month of June. The median listing prices in this area of Charlottesville is $275,750. Homes will remain on the market an average of 81 days before accepting an offer. There are currently 277 homes for sale (http://search.charlottesvillehomesandfarms.com/index.cfm?action=newsearchsession&search_mode=form&primarysearchtype=active&searchtype=zip&state=VA&single_family=y&condo_townhouse=y&multi_family=y&min_price=0&max_price=1000000000&zip_code=22901&resetform=1) in the 22901 zip code area of Charlottesville. 3.3% of these listings are distressed sales. The percentage of rental properties in 22901 is 19.12% above the national average. 53.49% of homes in 22901 are owner occupied. 38.32% are rented. 8.19% of the homes are vacant. To get statistical and demographic information for another zip code visit http://www.cvillehomesforsale.com/mimarket/zip/22902/ and simply enter the zip code of your choice. Right at your fingertips you can access the data on the schools, the community, demographics and pricing trends. You can even compare areas.

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Contact Sherry Hayward, Residential real estate specialist