Fry's Spring Historic District

Fry's Spring Historic District is a residential neighborhood in Charlottesville with about 300 buildings spread across a 150-acre area. The homes display different architectural styles including Colonial Revival, Craftsman, Spanish Revival, and Tudor Revival, arranged along streets lined with trees.

James Francis Fry bought the land in 1817 and established the foundation for this neighborhood. Most of the houses seen today were built between 1890 and 1963 during the period when the district developed into a significant residential area.

The district contains four churches and the Fry's Spring Beach Club that served as meeting places where neighbors gathered and spent time together. These locations shaped how residents experienced everyday life in the neighborhood.

The neighborhood stretches along Jefferson Park Avenue and several nearby streets in southern Charlottesville. Walking is the best way to explore it and appreciate the different homes and street layouts at your own pace.

A natural spring on the property led to the creation of the Jefferson Park Hotel, which first functioned as a recreational destination before the area gradually transformed into a residential neighborhood. This spring gave the area its name and was an important resource for a long time.

Location: Charlottesville

GPS coordinates: 38.02440,-78.51280

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:42