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Fredericksburg : Virginia

What it's Like to Retire in Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg is a fast growing old town near the Rappahannock River in Virginia. The area is extremely popular as a retirement community with many active adult communities either recently or in the process of being built. The population grew 20% between 2000 and 2009, to just over 23,000. There is a 40-block national historic district in the city’s downtown area and contains more than 350 buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. Fredericksburg is closely associated with George Washington, who was born nearby. During the Civil War Fredericksburg was extremely important as a strategic objective. Close by Fredericksburg to the southeast is the Northern Neck area of Virginia, another very popular area for active adults. Photo of downtown Fredericksburg courtesy of Wikipedia and AlbertHerring.

Where to Retire in Fredericksburg and Home Prices

There are some active adult and 55+ communities here as Washington D.C. area retirees look for retirement places nearby. (see Active Communities link at right). The median selling price of a home in Fredericksburg was about $280,000 in late 2014, according to City-Data.com. Whereas, Zillow.com lists the median selling price lower at $259,950, in mid-2015.

What is special about Fredericksburg

350 historical buildings. George Washington was born nearby. University of Mary Washington College is in Fredericksburg. There are military battlefields here and in nearby Spotsylvania.

What is not special about Fredericksburg

Many of Fredericksburg's residents commute somewhere else to work. Traffic can be very busy from both commuters and the over 1.5 million tourists who come here each year.

Who will like retirement in Fredericksburg

History buffs, active adults in retirement, and many working people who commute elsewhere.

Local economy is driven by

Tourism and retirement are 2 of the mainstays of the Fredericksburg economy.

Climate and Physical Environment

Fredericksburg is 50 miles south of Washington and 55 miles north of Richmond. I95 cuts through town and the Rappahannock River is just to the east.

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

There are a number of museums and National Military Parks in the area, many of them related to the civil war or George Washington.The George Washington Birthplace National Monument is 38 miles to the east. The James Monroe Law Museum is another attraction. A museum of slavery is set to open in the future.

Crime

Crime rate is slightly above average in Fredericksburg.

Medical facilities

Mary Washington Hospital is located in Fredericksburg.

Transportation

I95 goes through Fredericksburg; The Washington Airports of Dulles and Reagan are within 50 miles; there is an AMTRAK station; Fredericksburg has average walkability when compared to other towns.

Valuable Links

Guide to Virginia retirement communities
Wikipedia entry for Fredericksburg

What people are saying about Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg VA area real estate
John - how about adding Fawn Lake to your list of spots to be considered by retirees. West of Fredericksburg on Rt 3 about 12 miles, it has all of the same amenities as Lake Monticello near Charlottesville and is equally distant from DC or Richmond. Good wineries in the area too. It\'s not age restricted, but there are plenty of retirees here. Hope all is well with you. Dave Hi Dave Fawn Lake is here, this is the link: http://www.topretirements.com/reviews/Virginia/Fredericksburg/Fawn%20Lake.html Listed in the VA Directory (Find a Community) under Fredericksburg. Sounds nice
Posted by dbellison on November 20, 2015

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Facts about FREDERICKSBURG

State: VA
Environment: College Town,
City Population: 10,000-25,000
Median age of Population: 25-44
Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
Avg July Temperature: 60-80
Median HH Income: 41,001-60,000
Average Home Price (MLS): $200,001-$300,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
Total Crime Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
Cost of Living Index: 121+ (very high)
Culture Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Income Tax: Yes
Name of the Guide: boomer1

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