THE STORY
A Modern Neighborhood Around an 1858 Farmhouse
Western Ridge was built in the late 1990s by Hunter Craig’s Craig Builders on what had been the Walton family farm. The developers kept the centerpiece: the neighborhood clubhouse is the 1858 Walton farmhouse, a genuine antebellum house now anchoring a modern subdivision of tree-lined streets and Blue Ridge views.
Not to disparage Western Ridge, but it just ain’t walkable. Tell your clients to prep for lots of short duration drives.
a Crozet resident, on Jim Duncan’s RealCrozetVA (2013)
That candor captures Western Ridge well: it is a drive-to neighborhood, not a walk-to one — a trade made for the space, the deep amenity set, the Blue Ridge views, and the Western Albemarle schools.
TIMELINE
Western Ridge Through the Years
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1858
The Walton family farmhouse is built — later the neighborhood's clubhouse.
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Late 1990s
Craig Builders develops Western Ridge on the former Walton farm.
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2010s
The "West End at Western Ridge" phase is added.
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2022–2023
The subdivision is redistricted into Crozet Elementary (the largest group moved — 162 students).
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Today
An established, amenity-rich subdivision on Crozet's edge.
CHARACTER
What It’s Like to Live Here
Architecture: Traditional single-family homes, generally around 2,000–2,600+ square feet, on tree-lined streets with Blue Ridge views.
The Amenities: A deep set — community pool, fitness room, tennis and basketball courts, trails, a pond, a playground, picnic grounds, and the historic farmhouse clubhouse. HOA dues run around $246/month.
The Vibe: Quiet, amenity-rich streets — but car-dependent. Expect short drives for errands rather than a walkable downtown.
By the Numbers
Five homes closed in the 12 months ending August 16, 2026, at a median of $626,000 and a range of $550,000 to $797,000. Over 24 months: 12 closings, median $675,000. Five sales is too thin to call a trend; the $49,000 gap between the two medians is as likely noise as signal at this volume.
MLS closed sales, all statuses Sold, compiled by Jim Duncan. Updated August 2026.
