Tinbridge Hill Apartments for Rent

The Tinbridge Hill neighborhood of Lynchburg, Virginia, is located near the central business district of the city in the 24504 zip code area. Geographically, the Tinbridge Hill area is laid out in squares. Named streets such as Jackson Street, Federal Street, and Polk Street are crossed by numbered streets including Second Street and Third Street. The area is hilly and winding, so homes are often built on several levels with steep stairs leading from the street. The area homes are generally small and older, but are in good repair. Lots tend to be small and houses are often quite close together. There are many sidewalks and some residents park their cars in the street.

The historic Old City Cemetery borders the Tinbridge Hill neighborhood. This cemetery has an arch and many monuments that honor the Civil War dead. The scenic cemetery is a popular walking area and visitors and residents alike enjoy reading the historic tombstones.

Another landmark which is also in the vicinity of the cemetery is the Legacy Museum-African American. This museum is redone each year and honors different aspects of local history. The Centra Lynchburg General Hospital is also close to the Tinbridge Hill area.

There are many recreation facilities in the Tinbridge Hill area. City parks include Jefferson Park, Reservoir Park and Daniels Hill Recreation Center. These parks feature sports fields, picnic areas, and playgrounds. Jefferson Park is best known for its walking trails and its afterschool and senior programs.

The Blackwater Creek Natural Area is also close to downtown and the Tinbridge neighborhood. Blackwater Creek is part of the James River Heritage Trail featuring a waterfall, an abandoned railroad tunnel and a bridge. Moreover, Blackwater Creek connects to the Ruskin Freer Nature Preserve which is a plant and animal sanctuary.