The Rodriguezes' son, Michael, is a junior at Leon High School and a cross-country runner. Besides Leon, Waverly Hills is zoned for Gilchrist Elementary and Raa Middle schools. Their spacious brick home reflects Rodriguez's love of the outdoors. Rodriguez is the director of the Division of Administration in the State Department of Education and a past president of the Waverly Hills Neighborhood Association. Under his leadership, the area around Waverly Pond was landscaped and the bridge over the pond was constructed.
Residents agree that most homes sell quickly.
Though Waverly Hills is an established neighborhood, there are a few vacant lots. Mark and Christine Taul built their home on one of the few remaining ones, and moved in last September. Stone walls and wooden railroad ties enhance the rugged charm of the front and back yards. Their son, Stephen, is a second-grader at Gilchrist Elementary School. Christine Taul grew up in Waverly Hills during the '60s and '70s.