Why Live in Old Town
Just east of downtown and a mile from James Madison University, Old Town Harrisonburg is popular among college students. This historic area has century-old homes with large front porches and gardens. Homes include Craftsman bungalows, Victorian Queen Annes, Cape Cods and American Foursquares, plus some larger Colonial Revivals from the 1970s. Many homes have been remodeled into historic properties, including bed and breakfasts and Airbnbs. The neighborhood is walkable, with sidewalks on many roads and bus stops operated by the Harrisonburg Department of Public Transportation.
Kiwanis Park has a playground, basketball court, and large lawn, as well as the Eastover Tennis Courts for pickleball and tennis. Larger parks like Westover Park and Hillandale Park are under 2 miles away, providing additional recreational opportunities. The Blue Ridge Mountains and Massanutten Resort, located 15 miles southeast, offer mountain biking, hiking and skiing. Dining options range from Urgie’s Cheesesteaks to the upscale Joshua Wilton House, with downtown Harrisonburg offering Mexican food at Magnolia’s Tacos and Tequila Bar and late-night eats at Texas Inn. The Friendly City Food Co-Op and commercial retailers on East Market Street, including Kroger and Costco, cater to shopping needs. Downtown Harrisonburg hosts weekly activities and seasonal events, such as themed nights at The Golden Pony and the Skeleton Festival in October.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old Town a good place to live?
Old Town is a good place to live. Old Town is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Old Town is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Old Town has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.7 people per acre and a median age of 30. The average household income is $97,820 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 72% of residents. A majority of residents in Old Town are renters, with 56.5% of residents renting and 43.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Old Town can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Old Town neighborhood guide.
Is Old Town, VA a safe neighborhood?
Old Town, VA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Old Town?
The median home price in Old Town is $615,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $123,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.46%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,100 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $133K a year to afford the median home price in Old Town. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Old Town is $98K.
What are the best public schools in Old Town?
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Home Trends in Old Town, VA
On average, homes in Old Town, Harrisonburg sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Town, Harrisonburg over the last 12 months is $605,000, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$605,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$605,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$480,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$185
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$615,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%