C-ville schools, neighborhoods (Charlottesville, Crozet: for rent, condo, townhouses)

[#22]

Hello,

I am considering a move from metro NY (Conn) to C-ville. Can someone fill me in some more about the differences btwn Albemarle schools and neighborhoods. I see for high schools there are Western Albm, Albemarle, and Monticello (maybe more?). Any great differences?

I see some neighborhoods mentioned in listings, such as Earlysville, Crozet, Keswick. Any preferences, descriptions?

In particular, I like suburbs but the suburbs here are probably different and I wouldn't want to be too isolated.

Also, how are the sports programs for kids and are any schools or areas better for sports? Thanks.

[Tanja M]

Hello,
On schools in Charlottesville, Albemarle county, you would be best served by reading about ratings and parent reviews on these sites:
[SIZE=3]http://www.greatschools.net/schools.page?district=52&state=VA[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Virginia/Charlottesville/index.html[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=3]http://www.city-data.com/school/charlottesville-high-school-va.html[/SIZE][/color]

In general, in my opinion there are no bad schools and your pick will depend on your child's needs.
I have always preferred the city living and my child trully enjoys Burnley Moran Elementary. We as parents think BM is great school....
As for the neighborhoods, there is a vast variety of life styles in different school districts.
Rural or rather closer to the city amenities? Charlottesville, being a small town offers both city-life style and also a quiet and peaceful.
To be more specific, I would have to know what your interest and needs are.
My best, Tanja

[#22]

Thanks Tanja. I think we would prefer a little outside the city but not way out. so in other words not downtown but not too rural. We don't need a bunch of acres, just a decent size yard for the dogs!

How about townhouses to rent? I'm thinking that's a better way to go. SO maybe the way to go is decide on school district then try to find a condo or townhouse in that area, but that might not be easy.

[Tanja M]

Hello,
I agree, it would make most sense for you to pick a school district first. In that case, you will probably be checking out 22911 or 22903 zip codes (considering "not too rural, and just a little outside the city"). There are townhomes for rent available too.
Let me know, I will be happy to help you out.
Tanja