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Pantops Virginia

Pantops, VA

Living in Pantops, Virginia Set among the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Pantops offers suburban living on the eastern edge of Charlottesville . The community is situated across from the Rivanna River—a major trading route in the 18th and 19th centuries. Located to the south of Pantops, Interstate 64 connects residents with the cities of Richmond , Norfolk , and Chesapeake . Connect With An Agent Connect With

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Pantops Mountain towers over the community and is the neighborhood's most famous geographical feature. In 1777, Thomas Jefferson purchased land at the foot of the mountain to use as a farm.

If you love to shop, you'll find fashion flagships and boutique stores at Pantops Shopping Center, one of the largest malls in west-central Virginia. There are more than 30 stores and a wide range of restaurants located here.

Real Estate in Pantops, Virginia

Many homes in Pantops have panoramic views of the Rivanna River or Pantops Mountain. The majority of homes in the area are located on and around Richmond Road, a major thoroughfare that slices through the neighborhood, and they include single-family homes and apartments with Colonial architectural features. A large housing development, Pavilions at Pantops includes newer properties; here, you can find modern row houses and townhomes with large lawns.

Transportation in Pantops, Virginia

Various bus routes operated by Charlottesville Area Transit serve Pantops. These provide speedy access to downtown Charlottesville, which is less than two miles away. Pantops is close to Charlottesville's Amtrak and Greyhound stations, too. The community is 11 miles from Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport, which connects residents with Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.

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  • Pantops is just over four miles from the University of Virginia, making it a popular place for students. The college was founded by Thomas Jefferson in the 18th century.
  • Pantops is close to several large parks that the whole family can enjoy. Darden Towe Park has athletic fields, playgrounds, and canoeing facilities, while Pen Park features a golf course and nature trail.