Key West, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Albemarle |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1493164 |
Key West is a special place in Albemarle County, Virginia. It is known for two things. First, it is a modern neighborhood, which is a type of subdivision. Second, it is also a very old house. This house used to be the main landmark for the whole area.
The Key West house was once part of a large property. A rich and important family called the Minors owned it. Over time, much of their land was sold. This land then became the Key West neighborhood we know today. The original Key West house is still standing.
Where is Key West?
The Key West neighborhood is located about 1 mile north of Charlottesville. You can find it along Virginia Route 20.
The Land's History
The land where Key West is located has a long history. It was first given to a person named Martin Key in 1731. This gift came from King George II of Great Britain. The neighborhood sits on the western part of this original land grant.
