Greenbrier
The Greenbrier community is located at the northern edge of the city of Charlottesville. The neighborhood is predominately residential, providing a quiet suburban feel within the city limits. Greenbrier consists mostly of single-family dwellings, but the area is also home to Greenbrier Elementary School, Charlottesville High School, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Performing Arts Center. With quick access to the Downtown area and UVA Grounds, Greenbrier is a great choice for those who want to be close to Charlottesville’s most prominent features but prefer a more suburban feel.
Favorite Greenbrier Features
McIntire Park is one of the biggest recreational areas in the city of Charlottesville. The park features baseball diamonds, softball diamonds, nature trails, a playground, and a skate park. With so many activities, the park is a community favorite.
The Rivanna Trail winds across the city, providing beautiful natural areas for community members to enjoy year-round. Following along Meadow Creek, the trail is a great retreat from the city bustle.
Greenbrier Park is tucked inside the heart of the community. The park features numerous walking and biking trails along Meadow Creek. A unique feature of the park is its sycamore groves and Greenbrier Marsh, believed to be one of only two natural marshes in the Piedmont region.