"Heaven's Virginia when the year's at its Spring." So writes Madison Heights area poet Anne Spencer, in the poem "Life-Long, Poor Browning." In the very center of Virginia, the almost 20-square miles that make up the Madison Heights community feature rivers, mountains, and year-round mild weather that inspired Anne Spencer.
Natural borders and strategic location made the area critical to the US Civil War, and nearby Lynchburg was a hub for Confederate hospitals and supplies. The most amazing claim to fame? Though the Union Army came within a mile of Madison Heights and Lynchburg, this section of Virginia was never conquered. It stayed in Confederate hands until the war ended. When you move to Madison Heights, you won't have to worry about armies encroaching. More important, you can avoid the deep cold that plagues northern states, as winter days generally don't drop below 40 degrees. Sure, it's not shorts and t-shirt weather, but it's pretty great when you can go outside in January without getting frostbite on your nose.
Madison Heights rental apartments are a well-kept secret
"Heaven's Virginia when the year's at its Spring." So writes Madison Heights area poet Anne Spencer, in the poem "Life-Long, Poor Browning." In the very center of Virginia, the almost 20-square miles that make up the Madison Heights community feature rivers, mountains, and year-round mild weather that inspired Anne Spencer.
Natural borders and strategic location made the area critical to the US Civil War, and nearby Lynchburg was a hub for Confederate hospitals and supplies. The most amazing claim to fame? Though the Union Army came within a mile of Madison Heights and Lynchburg, this section of Virginia was never conquered. It stayed in Confederate hands until the war ended. When you move to Madison Heights, you won't have to worry about armies encroaching. More important, you can avoid the deep cold that plagues northern states, as winter days generally don't drop below 40 degrees. Sure, it's not shorts and t-shirt weather, but it's pretty great when you can go outside in January without getting frostbite on your nose.
Getting Here
Madison Heights rental apartments are a well-kept secret. Despite the town's central location, prices have stayed low. Most houses are on the smaller side, so if you are looking for a single-family, detached home for rent, you can expect choices between one and three bedrooms. When it comes to apartments for rent in Madison Heights, you can find the best options in small apartment buildings with one to three units. Depending on your needs, you can find inexpensive studio apartments for rent in such buildings, or more pricey townhouses for rent.
Neighborhoods
As you are shopping for your new home, consider how close you want to be to restaurants and other amenities.
Town Center: South Amherst Highway near the Town Center boasts a variety of tasty options, including Dudley's Family Style Restaurant, Koto Grill, and the popular Silver Pig Barbecue.
Galts Mill / City Gomingo: Others may enjoy the more rural area of Galts Mill / City Gomingo, which is less expensive than other VA neighborhoods.
Staying Busy
The population of Madison Heights was 11,285 at the 2010 census. That's just right for getting to know your neighbors, while still large enough to stay interesting. When you want to break out and enjoy big-city dining and entertainment, Lynchburg is just a short drive. Better still, Washington, DC, is only about four hours away -- less if you take the train. You can show off your spontaneity by spending the weekend in the Nation's Capital on a moment's notice.
Locally, Civil War buffs love to explore Fort Riverview, which was built in 1863 by the Confederate Army. It overlooks Six Mile Bridge and the James River - both key to the war effort. Those that want to get even closer to history investigate the many sites that have earned a reputation for being haunted. Check out The Patrick Henry Hotel in Roanoke, Avenel Plantation in Bedford, The Natural Bridge Hotel in Natural Bridge, and Bremo Plantation in Fork Union.
Lots of locals think a perfect evening is dinner at Sid's Drive In and dessert at The Sweet Spot. Try it out, you'll be glad you did.
The larger city of Lynchburg and its surrounding area, including Madison Heights, is a popular location for movie filming. Most recently, Echolight Studios shot Letting Go. You never know when you will see friends and neighbors as extras on the big screen. Living here might be your opportunity for a big break.
