Lakeside Homes for Sale

Lakeside is a residential neighborhood located 4 miles from Downtown Lynchburg, offering convenient access to commercial centers along Lakeside Drive. This area is popular among employees of Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and the University of Lynchburg, which also features an art museum and a performance hall. Homes were mainly built in the 1960s and include ranch, bungalow and contemporary styles, with large front yards set back from the street. The neighborhood is car-dependent with no sidewalks, but public transportation is available as buses stop on Old Forest Road, Hill Street and Lakeside Drive. Lynchburg Regional Airport is 8 miles away. Students in Lakeside can attend Linkhorne Elementary and Middle Schools and then progress to E.C. Glass High School, which is highly rated by Niche. The neighborhood has several attractions, including the Awareness Garden on Old Forest Road, dedicated to cancer survivors, and the Blackwater Creek Athletic Area, featuring walking trails and sports fields. The Lynchburg Dog Park is also nearby, allowing off-leash pet activities. Commercial centers are located along Lakeside Drive, housing big-box retailers and grocery stores, such as The Fresh Market and Aldi. Chain restaraunts along the corridor include CAVA and Chipotle Mexican Grill. Cultural activities are abundant at the University of Lynchburg, including events at the Sydnor Performance Hall and exhibits at the Daura Museum of Art. The neighborhood also hosts various houses of worship, such as the Agudath Sholom Synagogue and St. George Greek Orthodox Church.