Lewis Mountain

Charlottesville, VA

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Lewis Mountain - Charlottesville, VA

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A historic reprieve neighboring the University of Virginia

Suburban Wooded Quaint University Family-Friendly

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 January 2025, the average apartment rent in Lewis Mountain is $1,720 for three bedrooms.

  • 3 BR

  • 1,200 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,720/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

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Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

32

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

65

Bikeable

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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

Airports

  • Charlottesville-Albemarle

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