University Heights
250 Colonnade Dr,
Charlottesville, VA 22903
$1,086 - $3,200 | 1-4 Beds
Lewis Mountain
Charlottesville, VA
Lewis Mountain - Charlottesville, VA
Area Guide
A historic reprieve neighboring the University of Virginia
Suburban
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Wooded
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Quaint
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University
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Family-Friendly
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Named for a historic home listed on the National Historic Register that sits on a knoll overlooking the University of Virginia, Lewis Mountain is a quaint, suburban neighborhood bordering the university. This family-friendly part of Charlottesville offers students and all renters the choice of many apartments and houses. Lewis Mountain’s peaceful, tree-lined streets gives a safe feel to its residents.
Lewis Mountain is a quiet college town located just a few miles from the Charlottesville Amtrak and the Downtown Mall, offering historic architecture, local restaurants, live performances, and specialty shops. Sitting between US-29 and US-250, residents in the area can easily commute to nearby locals whether for work or play, such as the Barracks Road Shopping Center just a few miles north of Lewis Mountain.
Rent Trends
As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Lewis Mountain is $1,721 for three bedrooms.
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3 BR
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1,200 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,721/month
Average Rent
Transportation
70
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
32
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
65
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Leander McCormick Observatory
- Rivanna Conservation Society
- Virginia Discovery Museum
- Ragged Mountain Natural Area
- Monticello
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Charlottesville-Albemarle
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