City of Fredericksburg Communities

City of Fredericksburg Communities

Dwayne Moyers

11/24/20141 min read

City of Fredericksburg Communities

A Look Inside the Village and Estates of Idlewild

The City of Fredericksburg offers a mix of walkable, amenity-rich neighborhoods with convenient access to downtown and I-95. One of the most sought-after communities is Idlewild, made up of two distinct sections: The Village of Idlewild and The Estates of Idlewild.

The Village of Idlewild

The Village of Idlewild consists of single-family homes and townhomes built primarily between 2005 and 2013 by Ryan Homes and Ryland Homes. Homes feature brick fronts, fiber cement siding, and range from:

  • Townhomes: 1,950 to 2,880 sq. ft.
    Price range (historical): $225,000 – $288,000

  • Single-family homes: 3,130 to 5,400 sq. ft.
    Price range (historical): $314,000 – $486,000

The community includes:

  • 585 single-family homes

  • 200 townhomes on ~400 acres

  • Mostly eighth-acre lots, with some quarter-acre options

Location: Just off I-95 Exit 130 (Route 3, William Street)
HOA Dues: $114/month

Estates of Idlewild

The Estates of Idlewild offer larger executive-style homes on expansive lots (0.30 to 1.93 acres). Builders include Atlantic Builders, Ryan Homes, Ryland Homes, and Westbrooke Homes.

Home features:

  • Finished square footage: 3,220 – 7,770 sq. ft.

  • Floor plans: 4 to 7 bedrooms, 3.5 to 6.5 bathrooms

  • Historical sales: $450,000 – $1,000,000

Sample Westbrooke Homes models and pricing (2015):

  • Emma – 2,989 sq. ft. | $586,900

  • Patriot – 3,280 sq. ft. | $610,000

  • Lafayette – 3,618 sq. ft. | $660,900

  • Monticello – 3,295 sq. ft. | $628,900

  • Washington – 4,017 sq. ft. | $695,000

HOA Dues: $800/year

Community Amenities

Idlewild residents enjoy a long list of amenities, including:

  • 207 acres of preserved green space

  • Walking trails and scenic wooded areas

  • Community clubhouse and fitness center

  • Olympic-sized pool, tennis courts, and tot lots

  • Shuttle service to Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Station in Historic Downtown Fredericksburg

  • Proximity to Central Park, Spotsylvania Towne Centre, and historic downtown shopping (approx. 3 miles)

Idlewild is:

  • 1 mile from I‑95 Exit 130 (Route 3)

  • 3 miles from downtown Fredericksburg and shopping centers

  • Connected to major commuter routes, VRE, and Amtrak