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A PublicAtion of the chArlottesville AreA AssociAtion of reAltors速 Charlottesville, Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson, Orange

Old Trail Village: A Diverse and Walkable Community in the Heart of Historic Crozet

By Celeste M. sMuCker, Ph.D.

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McLean FauLconer Inc.

Farm, estate anD resiDential Brokers

KESWICK - Walnut Grove is an impeccably maintained & updated brick residence on 6.9 park-like acres. Residence has LR; DR; huge FR adjacent to kitchen & screen porch; 4 BR/ 3 baths & 3 fireplaces. Charlotte Dammann (434)981-1250. #468844

TREMENDOUS REDUCTION! NORTH DOWNTOWN - just two blocks from the Downtown Mall, this totally upgraded elegant residence is a rare find.

In addition to the main house there is a fully equipped studio apartment over the two car garage. $1,295,000 Charlotte Dammann (434)9811250 #486907

FARMINGTON- Newly remodeled residence in quiet location. Traditional home recently expanded, features exceptional mostly one level floor plan: charming reception room w\fireplace, spacious DR w\French doors to covered porch, new kitchen, top quality appliances large master suite. $1,275,000. Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076

DOWNHILL FARM - Affordable equestrian farm, 20 minutes north of Charlottesville. 72 acres, 4BR-3BA farm house, managers cottage, 4 stall barn, 8 fenced pastures, riding ring, pool, 3 car garage w/studio apt. lovely vistas, great location. $1,050,000. Michael Gage (434)996-9894; Tim Michel (434)960-1124 #492060

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BELLARMINE - Complete privacy, a spectacular setting & beautiful gently rolling terrain are only a few hallmarks of this 64+ acre property w/charming 3,292 sq.ft. residence, swimming pool, 2,220 sq.ft. horse barn, run-in shed, large pond, paddocks, hardwood forests & three-board fencing. $1,950,000. MLS #472936 Steve McLean (434) 295-1131.

Elevated 357 acre property 30 miles south of Charlottesville with 360 degree views of Nelson County and Wintergreen. Mostly wooded with mature timber, stocked pond, and open feeding plots. Timber appraisal and additional acreage available. #483099 $892,500.00 Sandy Stuart (434)872-3435

SUPER DUNLORA HOME - 5 BR residence on private homesite, borders forest. Exc. Condition. Great location near club amenities and Pen Park: golf, tennis, garden areas, hiking trails, ball fields. Great price: $569,000. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076.

MALICORNE-Truly elegant country home with river frontage near Charlottesville & UVA. Stunning gracious rooms with high ceilings and custom woodwork, which are rarely found in today’s homes.

Beautiful setting on 8+ acres w/ complete privacy.

Charlotte Dammann (434)981-1250. #490965

CLONMELL c. 1870 - Historic 35 acre estate in Afton, Virginia, beautifully sited on an open knoll over a lake and with sweeping mountain views and rolling fields. A great small farm with a wonderful 5 BR, manor home offering extensive period details, moldings, 8 fireplaces and gracious high ceiling rooms. A restored log guest house further compliments the property. Offered for the first time in many years. $775,000 Tim Michel (434)960-1124 #496101

HUGE VALUE/DOWN $400,000+ - Completely renovated & enlarged, charming, small farm. Offering 15+ acres with separate guest house/office/studio building, small barn (perfect for horse), and oversized garden. Tim Michel (434)960-1124. $699,900

HISTORIC PROPERTY - Four 100-acre tracts only 10 miles from Charlottesville, has a Jefferson legacy.

Magnificent land, spectacular views, perfect for horses or grapes! In protected area, but close to town, extremely scenic. From $1,595,000 $1,795,000. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076.

EXQUISITE FARMHOUSE-STYLE HOME, designed

by Dalgliesh Gilpin Paxton Architects, to be on over 37 acres at Bundoran Farm, appx. 15 minutes south of Charlottesville. 1st-floor master wing, high-quality finishes & spectacular views. $3,995,000. MLS #481487 Steve McLean (434) 295-1131.

Gorgeous brick home in Wind River on 4 acres with 6 BR,5 BA. Classic design with up-to-date open floor plan and well proportioned rooms. $975,000. Nancy Roche, 981-7873 #488057

503 Faulconer Drive - charlottesville, virginia 22903 Phone (434) 295-1131 Fax (434) 293-7377 email: homes@mcleanfaulconer.com - WeBsite: www.mcleanfaulconer.com

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Clunie Farm- Very special 151+/- acres w/ c.1870 home. Combination of farm land & woods offers a private & beautiful setting. Located on a country lane just minutes from amenities. Great opportunity for conservation easements. Charlotte Dammann (434) 981-1250 MLS#493734

Windy Hill, 6.05 acres, feat. 2 homes & spectacular post & beam barn. 1.5 story, c.1913, spacious main residence, feat. first level master suite, heart pine floors, high ceilings, large country kitchen, & more. Second home has over 2000 sq.ft. Property has 2 division rights. $545,000 Will Faulconer, (434)987-9455 #490858

MEADOWBROOK HEIGHTS-Solid 2-level classic home w/full basement in great neighborhood, convenient to entire city. Large LR and rec room w/FPs, 1st level BR and BA, or in-law quarters.

Total 4 BR, 3 BA. Great yard! #481815 Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076. $399,500

BLOOMFIELD ROAD- Rare estate parcel in an exclusive and protected area of fine residential and farming estates. Minutes west of Farmington Country Club, UVA, and town offering bold Ragged and Blue Ridge Mountain views, gently rolling, well in place NO architectural restrictions and room for horses. $649,000. Andrew Middleditch (434)981-1410. #481566

DREAM KITCHEN & ADJOINING FAMILY ROOM - Greenbrier School District. Fenced yard, 4 BR, 3 full baths, formal and informal living areas. 2 Fireplaces. On City bus line. Punkie Feil (434)9625222. $299,900 #479703

BECKONING RIDGE - Wonderful new Braxton Design Group one story 10 minutes west of town in Ivy. Western schools, terrific location, Blue Ridge mnt. & field views. $779,000 Tim Michel (434)960-1124 #484689

GEORGETOWN FARM-Spectacular 636 farming estate offering privacy and a magnificent setting only 8 miles from Charlottesville. Blue Ridge Mtn. views, river frontage, numerous houses & barns.

Call Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076.

Traditional 3 BR, 3 BA brick residence c. 1948, formal and informal rooms, plaster walls, remodeled professional kitchen, first floor master suite with cathedral ceiling, paneled library, 2 fireplaces, shop/ garage, 1 BR guest cottage, 5 acres with mature landscaping‌.a gardener’s dream! $795,000. Andrew Middleditch (434)981-1410 #496091

BOLLING AVENUE - 4BR/2BA farmhouse-style home, 1st level feat. recently updated large eatin kitchen & LR, FR/DR, BR/office, bath & mud room. 2nd level offers 3 BR & full bath w/ laundry.

Huge backyard. Located on a fantastic corner lot & just a short walk to Belmont restaurants & the Downtown Mall! $389,000 #494865

ESTATE PARCEL - Wonderful 21 acre elevated parcel in northwestern Albemarle offering unparalleled mountain views & complete privacy. Attractive mix of open & wooded land, long frontage on the Lynch River & well in place. $315,000. Andrew Middleditch (434)981-1410. #481444

ADJACANT TO UVA CAMPUS AND UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER - The Barringer Condominiums offer the best location in a very secure building with 1 covered parking space in garage. The one sunny bedroom unit faces south with all appliances included. Tim Michel, (434)960-1124. #494758 $269,900

KESWICK - Private, 11+ acre parcel in Keswick.

Mostly wooded with 10.55+/- acres located in Albemarle County and 1+ acres located in Fluvanna County. Great location surrounded by other large farm and estate properties. $225,000.

MLS #490626 Steve McLean (434) 295-1131..

503 Faulconer Drive - charlottesville, virginia 22903 Phone (434) 295-1131 Fax (434) 293-7377 email: homes@mcleanfaulconer.com - WeBsite: www.mcleanfaulconer.com

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GARTH ROAD - 23+ acres of mostly open, gently rolling countryside offers complete privacy & magnificent views, minutes west of Charlottesville. Quality 4BR/5BA brick residence w/soaring ceilings, elegant moldings & wideplank heart pine flooring. 2BR/1BA guest quarters above garage, pool, greenhouse & equipment shed. $1,750,000.

MLS #484733 Steve McLean (434) 295-1131.

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2.097 beautiful wooded acres. One level home with finished walk-out basement. 2 wood burning fireplaces. Hardwood floors. 3 bedrooms/2 full baths on main level & 2 possible bedrooms w/1 full bath downstairs. Pool. Fantastic place to entertain! Great fenced yard! Winter mtn views. MLS#496393, $240,000

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in our next issue: Paramount theater: Cville’s Cultural landmark.

LAND, Lots, & Acreage three 2-acre lots in northern Buckingham Replanted pine, new survey, perk test, hard surface road frontage. Owner/agent. $25,000.00 each.

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8287 Seminole Trail Ruckersville, VA

BeaUTIFUl CaPe W/oVer 5,000 FIN SQ FT

434-296-7171 434-990-1777

ON 6.55 ACS In Free Union.

4 BR, 2.5 BA in Main House Spacious Apt w/Hardwood Flooring Over 2-Car Garage Great Rm w/Double-Side FP To Family Rm, Formal LR & DR Wrap Around Deck. Mtn Views MLS# 496306 $630,000

“Personalized Real Estate Service”

BeaUTIFUl oNe-oF-a KIND HoMe!

Unique Details Include Jeffersonian InfluencesHidden Staircases, Tapered Pillars, Transoms & Keystone Accents. 3 BR, 2.5 BA, Detach Storage/Garage Private, Mostly Wooded Lot Backs up to 300 AC Farm Energy Efficient Dual Heating System. Convenient to NGIC, DIA & UVA Research Park MLS# 492334 $220,000

Well-Maintained 3 BR, 1.5 BA Home 1368 Fin.Sq. Ft., Eat-in Kitchen, Family Rm Central Heat & Air. Large Rear Patio Huge 320 Sq. Ft. Shed. Mins to Dining and Short Drive to Ch’ville. $149,900.

MLS# 489573

MargareT raMSey, 434/953-7057

JUlIe HolBrooK, 434/989-4415

TWIN laKeS! MoVe-IN reaDy!

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3 BR, 3 Full Baths, FP, Full Fin Bsmt Cathedral Ceilings in LR & Dining Area Two Car Garage. Fannie Mae Homepath Prop MLS# 496078 $134,900 JUlIe HolBrooK, 434/989-4415

MargareT raMSey, 434/953-7057

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Open Floor Plan. Custom Stone FP w/Wood Storage Spacious Master Bedroom w/Attached Full BA Large Bonus Room on 2nd Level Privately Situated on 1.66 Acres MLS# 492006 $189,900

JUlIe HolBrooK, 434/989-4415

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$38,500 BeloW TaX ValUe!

Extra Large Home Having Pastoral Views,2BR,2BA Formal Living & Dining Space, Den & Sunroom Easy Access to Senior Center,Library, Shopping 55+ Community. MLS# 494319 $175,000

1315 Rose Hill Drive 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home Great Location Near Greenleaf Park Great Condition & New Roof MLS # 486875, 486912 $249,900

roBerT raMSey, 434/242-2280

MargareT raMSey, 434/953-7057

FIrST TIMe HoMeBUyer!

A Great Opportunity to be Near UVA, Hospital, Downtown. Neat & Clean Home Offers 3 BR, Office, Full Bsmt, Fenced Yard, Gas Heat & Central Air. Call Today to See How Little CASH You Need to Buy This Home. MLS# 486245 $175,000!

MIlDreD MorrIS, 434/981-2599

Realty Specialists (434) 974-1500 www.remaxrealtyspecialists.com

G. R. Falls 434-760-2500

pat buRns 434-465-4444

Gorgeous Fontana home w room to grow! Gourmet kitchen w granite counters, stainless appliances, ceramic floors. Kitchen open to huge great room w floor to ceiling stone f/p & B-I cabinets. Slider from great room to deck.

Master w tray ceiling & attached bath. Sweeping lower level rec area w f/p, built-ins and slider access to patio. 6 bedrooms total, 3.5 baths. 2 car garage.

Fenced yard w level play area. $490,000

Bucolic setting in southern Albemarle, just 8 miles south of Piedmont. Nice master bedroom addition. Newly finished family room in the basement. Wood stove, large deck, great yard for gardening. $225,000

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pat buRns 434-465-4444

G. R. Falls 434-760-2500

Charming home in the town of Louisa. Home features cathedral ceiling, and hardwood floors on first floor.

Rear deck and front porch. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $149,900 Reduced $35,000!

The Maryland ready now! Nice, open ranch plan with vaulted ceiling in great room, site work included.

Small subdivision with easy access to I64. Rent to own possible! Built by LIBERTY HOMES. $143,500

G. R. Falls 434-760-2500

pat buRns 434-465-4444

Immaculate 2 story home with basement in peaceful Laurel Park subdivision. Just off RT29 North, close to the airport and shopping. 9 ft. ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors and ceramic tile. Blue Pearl granite countertops, brushed nickel lighting fixtures.

Finished basement with possible 4th bedroom.

Private rear patio area with beautiful rose garden. $279,900

Quality built home in a prime location!

Home features 2 wood burning fireplaces, hardwood throughout the top floor (in some rooms under carpet), formal dining room, and fenced backyard. $269,900

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3 Minutes From Broadus Wood Elementary Classic Williamsburg Colonial on 4.62 Acres 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full & 2 Half Baths Corian Counters and Cherry Cabinets 3064 Finished Sq. Ft, 947 Unfinished. Whole House Generator Tankless Water Heater, Whirlpool Tub MLS# 489263 $398,000 roBerT raMSey, 434/242-2280

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open open sunday, march 4th 2-4 pm 2153 LorInG cIrcLe dunLora This like-new Dunlora home is light & bright with plenty of space and an open floor plan that backs to the woods for privacy. Special features include a two-story foyer, dining and living room with hardwood floors, eatin kitchen with Corian countertops, center island and desk area, open to the family room with gas fireplace that opens to the private, screened-in porch, generous master suite with sitting area and walk-in closet, finished terrace level with rec room, 5th bedroom and full bath.

MLS#492375, $492,000. the marjorIe adam team • 434-817-9573 marjorie.adam@yahoo.com directions: Rio Rd into Dunlora. Dunlora Drive to a left on Loring Run just past the clubhouse to 2nd left on Loring Circle to home on right.

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open sunday, march 4th 2-4 pm 1330 Breckenridge court dunlora GREAT PRICE on this spacious & bright Dunlora home, designed with care and attention to detail. Features include two-story foyer, kitchen w/butler’s pantry & builtin eat-in area open to the family room w/raised hearth gas fireplace & window seat, first floor mudroom & home office, two staircases, second level bonus room & 4 bedrooms, master bedroom w/2 walk-in closets, finished terrace level w/office space, rec room, home theatre, guest area &full bath on a private cul-de-sac.

MLS#486089, $598,000. the marjorie adam team • 434-817-9573 marjorie.adam@yahoo.com directions: Rio Road into Dunlora. Follow Dunlora Drive to a left on Loring Run to a right on Breckenridge Court to house in cul-de-sac on right. See sign.

434-817-9573

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2084 AVINITY LOOP AVINITY ATH MLS# 492260 $309,900

1035 WEYBRIDGE CT CLAREMONT AT CARRIAGE HILL CND MLS# 496268 $199,900

1565 NEWCASTLE CT PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS ATH MLS# 490341 $359,900

5327 CHESTNUT LN CHESTNUT GROVE DET MLS# 496085 $219,900

21 WINDMERE LN OLD TRAIL PDT MLS# 495710 $610,000

2084 AVINITY LOOP AVINITY ATH MLS# 492260 $309,900

1113 CAMBRIDGE HILL LN GLENMORE DET MLS# 491062 $799,900

2095 AVINITY LOOP AVINITY ATH MLS# 487264 $326,312

charlottesville 101 LONGWOOD DR LONGWOOD ATH MLS# 484693 $248,900

1565 NEWCASTLE CT PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS ATH MLS# 490341 $359,900

louisa

5633 UPLAND DR OLD TRAIL ATH MLS# 489352 $379,695

56 BEAR ISLAND PKWY SPRING CREEK DET MLS# 492369 $497,300

5623 UPLAND DR OLD TRAIL ATH MLS# 484463 $384,950

1890 TAYLORS GAP RD NONE DET MLS# 495462 $499,900

309 KENT RD MERRYDEN DET MLS# 495882 $450,000

770 CLACTON CIR HICKORY RIDGE DET MLS# 492033 $519,900

fluvanna

6721 WELBOURNE LN OLD TRAIL DET MLS# 495680 $525,000 1113 RIVER OAKS LN DUNLORA DET MLS# 494282 $599,000 21 WINDMERE LN OLD TRAIL PDT MLS# 495710 $610,000 3400 WATTS PSGE WATTS STATION DET MLS# 492149 $749,900 1113 CAMBRIDGE HILL LN

GLENMORE DET MLS# 491062 $799,900 848 COLRIDGE DR KENRIDGE ATH MLS# 461139 $961,326

Augusta 96 LEDGES LN SWANN RIDGE ESTATES DET MLS# 493772 $300,000

charlottesville 1103 LOCUST AVE LOCUST GROVE DET MLS# 492555 $199,900 101 LONGWOOD DR LONGWOOD ATH MLS# 484693 $248,900 101 MELBOURNE PRK MELBOURNE PARK CONDOS CND MLS# 495345 $279,000

353 JEFFERSON DR LAKE MONTICELLO DET MLS# 490917 $239,000 8 MONISH DR LAKE MONTICELLO DET MLS# 496492 $257,900 135 TULIP DR THE VILLAGES AT NAHOR DET MLS# 494776 $325,000 156 LEXIE LN SYCAMORE SQUARE DET MLS# 492844 $359,000

greene 115 WEXFORD RIDGE RD WEXFORD DET MLS# 483856 $384,900 212 WEXFORD RIDGE RD WEXFORD DET MLS# 492872 $394,900 463 HANCOCK DR HANCOCK FARMS DET MLS# 494938 $489,000

louisa 1125 LOVING RD RETRIEVER RIDGE DET MLS# 492996 $349,900 56 BEAR ISLAND PKWY SPRING CREEK DET MLS# 492369 $497,300

All information deemed accurate as of 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday, February 28th 2012 as per CAAR MLS Open House data.

ATH=Attached • CND=Condominium • DET=Detached FRM=Farm PDT=Proposed Detached PAT=Proposed Attached PCD=Proposed Condominium open sunday, march 4th 2-4 pm 1344 dunLora drive dunLora This Dunlora home sits on a private lot with a flat backyard & is in truly immaculate condition. The owners have upgraded & prepared this house to sell with fresh paint, carpet on the second level, completely redone master bath with tile, sinks & tile shower, new heat pump and furnace, upgraded kitchen & more. Move right in to this great home! MLS#495791, $414,900. the marjorie adam team 434-817-9573 marjorie.adam@yahoo.com directions: Rio Road to Dunlora Drive, follow all the way to back to the left; house is on outer loop.

Look for sign.

434-817-9573

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Roy Wheeler Realty Co. 85 years of Trust, Tradition, and Market Leadership Celebrating Over 75 Ednam Hall • 1100 Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (434) 951-5155 • Fax (434) 951-5190 Email: homes@roywheeler.com • Website: roywheeler.com

open houses Sunday, march 4th

Hosting Agent: Virginia Gardner

CLAssIC unIVeRsITY area charmer on Kent road. Beautiful treed lot backs to St. anne’s. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, full basement, eat-in kitchen, high ceilings, 2084 finished feet plus workshop and storage. Visit www.CharlottesvilleHOME.com for photos. $450,000.

Virginia Gardner 981-0871. (495882) Directions: From Ivy Road (250W) turn onto Alderman to right on Kent road, #309 is on the left.

5327 CheStnut lane

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Hosting Agent: Mike Peters

WeLL CAReD FoR brick home on beautiful Albemarle Cty. lot. This delightful 3BR/2BA home features hardwood flooring, formal LR with brick FP and formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, FR with FP and wood stove, study or sewing room, rough-in for bath downstairs, storage area in basement plus storage shed. $219,900.

Mike peters 951-5119/981-3995. (496085) Directions: From Earlysville, left at General Store (Buck Mtn.), right at Chestnut Grove Church (Simmons Gap) then straight on Buffalo River, 1 mile to right on Frays Mtn., next right on Chestnut Lane, house on left. INCLEMENT WEATHER CANCELS.

353 JeffeRSon dRive

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Hosting Agent: Mandy Yancey

QuICK CLose possIBLe to enjoy this natural light-filled home with an open floor plan and plenty of upgrades! Master bedroom with loft overlooks the two-story living spaces. Finished bonus room above the garage. Rear fenced yard overlooks a 150+ acre farm. $239,000. www.DeniseRamey.com Denise Ramey 434-960-4333.

(490917)

Directions: From the Lake monticello main gate-right on Jefferson Drive, home on right. Bring this ad for admittance at gate.

135 tulip dRive

1406 ShoRt 18th StReet ne

55+ ADuLT CoMMunITY living. One level w/2BR/2BA, hardwood floors and ceramic tile baths. Designer kitchen w/custom cabinetry, quartz counters, eat-in-bar. Living room w/vaulted ceiling, built-in bookcases, vented FP, sunroom with lots of light and built-ins, 2 car garage, professional landscaping and irrigation system. $325,000.

oRIGInALLY BuILT in the 40s this bungalow, renovated in 2006, features 3BR/1BA, hardwood flooring, spacious kitchen w/breakfast area, pet area/mud room, rear deck overlooking large level yard, storage shed, unfinished walkout basement, off-street parking. 12 minutes to the Downtown Mall. Great purchase. $215,000.

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Hosting Agent: Lannie Turman

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Hosting Agent: Zach McCoy

Lannie Turman, 434-996-0666. (494776)

Courtney sargeant, 962-3100. (495402)

Directions: From C’ville take 20S to L on Rt. 53 into Fluvanna 8 to 10 mi. past Ground Effect, L into The Villages of Nahor, R on Cherry Blossom, L on Spruce, R on Tulip to #135 on left.

Direction: Market St. East to left onto Meade Avenue, take right onto Chesapeake, then left onto Fairway, first right onto Short 18th Street, see signs.

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oLD TRAIL VILLAGe is situated just 12 miles west of Charlottesville and UVa in historic Crozet. The Blue Ridge Mountains serve as the backdrop to a growing community that offers golf, swimming, walking trails and a county park. Come visit us at our new office in the town center. Lot prices start at below $100,000. stevew@virginiafineproperties.com Steve White, 951-5112.

Directions: From Charlottesville 250 West to right into Old Trail (across from Western Albemarle High School).

1890 tayloRS gap Road

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Hosting Agent: Sherry Orrell

4726 ambeR Ridge CouRt

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Hosting Agent: Denise Ramey

popuLAR WesTeRn ALBeMARLe neighborhood & schools.

2-level home newly updated w/granite counters, refinished wood floors, new appliances & more. Open floor plan w/high ceilings AND 1st floor master suite. Large, elevated lot with fenced yard, large patio, mature plantings & storage area. $195,000. www.DeniseRamey.com Denise Ramey 434-960-4333. (496218) Directions: Rte. 250 West to Right @ 1st Rte. 240, left into Highlands, 1st left on Mechums River Rd, right on Amber Ridge Road, left on amber ridge court.

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3400 wattS paSSage

Hosting Agent: Betsy Watson

LoVeLY 5BR hoMe on 3+ level acres & incredible mtn. views. 1st floor master w/newly updated bath, adjacent spa room w/sunken hot tub opening onto large deck. Large kitchen w/new granite, new fixtures, tons of cabinet space & access to screened back porch. Home office, great rec room/full bath. $499,900.

unIQue AnD WeLL-AppoInTeD home in northern albemarle on 6 acres. This beautiful 4358 sq. ft. home is spacious with plenty of upgrades including a gourmet kitchen, cherry floors and 1st floor master. Full unfinished basement with outside access, roughed-in plumbing and garage. $749,900.

Directions: 29 South 7 miles from I64. Take a right on Rt.710(Taylor’s Gap Rd.) House is on left 1.2 miles. From 64 West exit at Ivy and go south on Dick Woods Rd to Taylors Gap, turn left. Home will be on right side of Taylors Gap.

Directions: 250 to SR20 to Stony Point-left on Watts Passage-home on left. From 29 go north to Burnley Station-turn right then right onto Watts Passage. Continue to #3400 on right.

www.DeniseRamey.com Denise Ramey 434-960-4333. (495462)

www.DeniseRamey.com Denise Ramey 434-960-4333. (492149)

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NEWS 6)%73 no (D-57) and Delegate Rob Bell (R-58), Senator Emmett Hanger (R24) and Senator Creigh Deeds (D-25) to discuss the local market in their respective districts and to address the following key initiatives:

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More than 50 CAAR members met with local legislators on Wednesday, February 14th at the Richmond General Assembly offices to address vital issues of importance in the 2012 REALTOR® legislative package. Members met with Delegate David Tosca-

Agency and Professionalism General provisions to strengthen the profession and consumer protections, HB 206.

Appraiser Management Companies The Federal Dodd-Frank Act requires states to bring Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs) under the supervision and authority of regulatory boards for Appraisers. REALTORS recommend taking the lead and beginning it now, before the 2014 requirement triggers, HB 210.

Landlord and Tenant A bill for Landlord Tenant Act modifications is recommended to handle how rents may be accepted with reservation, and more. Annual changes that, while not always exciting, are generally made with an eye to avoiding costly litigation, HB 1110.

Property Owner Associations and Condominium Act A broad bill for Property Owner Associations and Condominium Act issues is recommended to address issues that include delays in receiving vital information regarding owner occupancy and delinquency, as well as exempting auctioned property from various provisions, HB 377.

Virginia SAFE Act This consumer protection measure does not expressly exempt owner financing from the burdensome requirements otherwise placed on mortgage lenders. Most states are attempting to address this issue this year, HB 572.

Tenant Utility Liens In an issue on which much work has been done over the past year, liens placed on property as a result of nonpayment of utility bills by tenants have caused many negative consequences for owners. VAR introduced legislation directly.

Members also attended a statewide focused Housing Policy Forum sponsored by the Virginia Association of REALTORS moderated by Ken Harney of the Washington Post; NAR immediate past president Ron Phipps; Anthony Sanders, professor of real estate finance at George Macon University; and David Stevens, president and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association.

Lending issues led the discussion with working broker/owner and NAR Immediate Past President, Ron Phipps discussing the length of time to process today’s mortgage decisions, noting the ready access to instant information, “That’s, to me, inconceivable.”

Bankers Association President David Stevens offered alternatives to limiting credit worthiness to FICO scores. “We have to find a way to lend to people who have been impacted by a recession,” he said, “and not think of them as criminals.” Moderator Ken Harney also took panelists through scenarios involving the future of the GSE’s and the impact of rampant partisan politics in the likely failure of proposed solutions. “There’s a real fear that folks in government… are just not able to get anything done,” said Harney. Beneficiaries of that inability to act, though, are the GSEs:

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Robert Radifera Named Event Photographer for Design House 2012

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Local photographer, Robert Radifera, is the official photographer of Shelter for Help in Emergency’s third annual Design House fundraiser. Robert has been shooting professionally since 1993 when he graduated from college with a degree in Fine Arts. “One of the things I love about being a photographer is that the work can be so diverse,� said Radifera. “One day I may be photographing a family, another day I may be shooting a wedding, and another day it may be interiors for an architect’s portfolio.�

Robert’s connection with the Shelter for Help in Emergency goes back over 15 years ago. His wife worked at the Shelter and later, sadly, a close friend of theirs had their daughter violently killed by her husband. For the third consecutive year, Robert will photograph Design House and his work will showcase talented designers and their creations. He also has the honor of working with the DC Design House in April.

Each year, a Charlottesville-area homeowner generously extends the use of his or her residence for the Design House event. Designers and their vendors assigned to individual rooms and spaces showcase their talents and the latest in interior design styles and techniques. The result is a unique tour

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PCA Announces Artists for Upcoming Exhibits Piedmont Council for the Arts (PCA) is pleased to announce the four artists who have been selected for the 2012 Arts Inspire workshop and exhibit series. This series matches local artists with groups who work with under-served youth in the Charlottesville area for short-term arts workshops.

This year, the Arts Inspire theme aligns with Charlottesville’s “Celebrate250!â€? event, and artists were asked to submit proposals in response to the creative prompt, “Telling Charlottesville’s Stories.â€? PCA received over 30 proposals from local artists, and on Friday, February 17, a panel selected the following four workshops: • “Nature Sculpturesâ€? with Patrick Costello • “Local Hero Portraitsâ€? with Julia Hauser • “Telling Charlottesville’s Stories Through Artistic Mapsâ€? with Lisa Kimball • “Dancing My Charlottesville Storyâ€? with the Terra Dance Project Panelists included Ric Barrick (City of Charlottesville), Mary Anna Dunn (Enrichment Alliance of Virginia; PCA Arts Lead), Chris Engel (City of Charlottesville), Maureen Lovett (New City Arts Initiative; PCA Arts Lead), Nina Ozbey (PCA Board of Directors), Becky Reid (Big Brothers Big Sisters; PCA Arts Lead), and Steve Taylor (Second Street Gallery).

Each selected artist or multi-artist project will receive one $500 stipend.

Workshops will be held between March-July 2012. The artwork created during the workshops will be featured in May and August exhibitions at the CitySpace Gallery, located at 100 5th St. NE, overlooking the Downtown Mall.

This project is funded by the Bama Works Fund of Dave Matthews Band in the CACF, and will be promoted as part of Charlottesville’s year-long “Celebrate250!� event.

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This year’s Shelter for Help in Emergency’s design house is the Ivy Farms home of Sanjiv and Cindy Kaul, located at 2020 Wingfield Road. Design House 2012 will be open to the public May 520. Tickets will go on sale in April.

The House is also available for private and corporate events. Visit us at www.CvilleDesignHouse.com.

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Fannie and Freddie. “Given the tone in Washington — the inability to get anything done — is probably good for the GSEs,� Stevens said.

Phipps emphasized the need for increased focus by the real estate industry to work to ensure government has the capital available to make loans, said Phipps, “I think the average consumer really likes the idea of having a 30-year mortgage.�

To view a recap of the session, and results from our Hill Visits, go to VARealtor.com, too.

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A Diverse and Walkable Community in the Heart of Historic Crozet

f you’ve visited Crozet you know it is both a quaint, quiet village and a rapidly growing part of our area.

Located 12 miles west of Charlottesville, it has panoramic mountain views, restaurants, shops, vineyards and recreational activities.

While the community plans to build a new library, if you want to borrow a book today you still will find it by visiting the historic old train station in the center of town. Crozet is also known as the setting for the film Evan Almighty and for the Mrs. Murphy mysteries featuring felines and their companion animals by local author Rita Mae Brown and her cat Sneaky Pie Brown.

Crozet was named for Colonel Claudius Crozet, a French engineer who built the Blue Ridge railroad and tunnels. Once known primarily for its orchards, it is now home to companies such as Musictoday.com and Starr Hill Brewery. The addition of Harris Teeter and surrounding stores and restaurants make Crozet a popular spot for people seeking to live in a rural setting with spectacular scenery and still have all the conveniences plus an easy daily commute.

People wanting to relocate to Crozet can choose from a number of fine subdivisions of which a favorite is Old Trail Village. Old Trail is a walkable community that features a village center that is easily accessible to all residents. The village center offers shops, restaurants, and a place to sit with friends and enjoy a good cup of coffee. It also has medical, dental and real estate offices and services such as the elegant Face Value hair salon and ACAC. Located at the heart of Old Trail, the village center is a gathering

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place where neighbors can come together and become friends.

While many neighborhoods feature a particular price range of homes, part of the attraction of Old Trail is that it offers something for everyone, including apartments, townhomes, starter homes, estate quality homes and everything in between. In addition, in May of this year, The Lodge at Old Trail will open. The Lodge is a senior living facility that offers independent living apartments, assisted living, and special care for individu-

als with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. These many varieties of housing options throughout Old Trail allow residents to enjoy a diverse community with many special benefits including those of living in historic Crozet.

Community Ties Old Trail is part of a movement called New Urbanism. According to Andrea McNeil, Director of Marketing and Business Development for Old Trail, this describes communi-

ties designed to be “connected and accessible. In other words, amenities are all within walking distance of every residence.”

This kind of accessibility is convenient and also helps promote a sense of community.

Jonathan Kauffmann, an Old Trail resident who is the Principal Broker for Nest Realty, explained that many people today seek a community where they can meet people, enjoy common activities and find a sense of belonging. “There is a trend in real estate which is that many home buyers want neighborhoods. Old Trail is filling a niche for these buyers,” he said.

Community fun is especially evident during holidays when Old Trail has functions such as Christmas parties and Easter egg hunts. Halloween is a tremendous event,” said Greg Slater, an Old Trail resident and REALTOR® with Nest Realty. “Last year we finally ran out of candy after serving 200 children.”

In the summertime, an event called Fridays After Five, West is popular.

This relaxed gathering and potluck for families and friends, adults and children, is for everyone whether or not they live in Old Trail. Other enjoyable activities include campouts on the commons and a community garden, added Kauffmann.

Recreation Among the many things to do in the Crozet area are outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, fishing, running, biking and sports. Amenities available at Old Trail, which facilitate these activities, are “open to everyone. Old Trail Village was created and is always open to all,” McNeill explained.

If you are a golfer, check out the privately owned public golf course at

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Walk Around Lane Prime location near Nellysford with easy access to Wintergreen.

Private, partially cleared, 4.89-acre lot is ready to build a full-time residence or a getaway. It has a well and soil work for a 3 BR home. $60,000.

Adjacent 15-acre parcel with mountain views and stream for $170,000 All 20.07 acres for $220,000 Creekside Lane A beautiful property with “all” the right stuff. Partially open, with a southern exposure, mature forest, stream through property and bold creek on boundary. Perked in two locations! Build your dream home or a small farm. Easy access to US 29 and C'ville. Nearly 7 acres. $92,500

Old Trail that is open to anyone who wants to play. It features a regulation 18-hole course with great views and has a pro shop and lessons for those who want to improve their skills. Tennis fans have free use of the courts at Western Albemarle High School.

For swimmers, paid memberships in the Old Trail Swim Club are open to residents as well as anyone from the greater community who want to swim and relax surrounded by gorgeous mountain views.

A recently opened Albemarle County park located within Old Trail’s boundaries has walking trails, a shelter, sports fields, and a protected wetlands area which is home to wildlife. Runners and walkers can also enjoy a regulation 3.2 mile cross country trail that winds in and around Old Trail. Donated by the

The Lodge at Old Trail

Beights Corporation, developers of Old Trail, the course was built by funds from a non-profit organization that supports track and field activities at Western Albemarle High School. It is open to the public except during competition events. There are also 6+ miles of walking and biking trails within Old Trail, all open to the public.

about his project. He explained that senior living facilities commonly are located on the fringes where land is cheap. Friends and family members must go out of their way to visit, and the trips often become a chore rather than an outing to look forward to.

The Lodge, on the other hand, was intentionally located near the village center. This makes it possible for family members to easily drop by and take their elderly relatives out for coffee, or for grandma and grandpa to bump into their grandchild and her friends when she is riding a bike and they are taking a stroll on the walking trails. Three generations of a family can go together to the park for a picnic, or meet up at Friday’s After Five, West. In this kind of setting, family interactions are more fun because they are a casual part of daily life instead of occasional uncomfortable meetings in a sterile and unfamiliar environment.

Putting seniors in the center of things is also a way of acknowledging that they are an important part of the community where, said McNeill, “they continue to contribute and re-

There is a lot of excitement in the Crozet/Old Trail community about the senior living facility called The Lodge, scheduled to open in May of this year. Steve White, a REALTOR® with Roy Wheeler Realty Company, described The Lodge as “fantastic.”

People with elderly parents now have a place for them to live that is right in the neighborhood...a place they can walk to for visits. “Not only is it a beautiful building,” White said, “but the concept is great for the community.”

Slater agreed saying it adds “tremendous value” and makes Old Trail a multi-generational community. It is also a source of jobs and that benefits everyone in the area, he added.

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The Village Center Justin Kent, a REALTOR® with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate III, who represents Craig Builders, described Old Trail’s village center as “the heart of our community.”

It is the gathering place where people come to enjoy a cup of coffee, have a meal out, get their hair cut or work out at the gym.

The village center concept is one reason people choose Old Trail.

“Most neighborhoods have some kind of social life,” explained Kauffmann, ‘but most don’t have a central meeting place.” The village center provides that and for local residents it is easily accessible by walking or a short drive.

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Custom built home with 5 bedrooms, including 1 on first floor with full bath, finished basement, great views of mountains & park in desirable Old Trail. Great lot, great location, beautiful home. Enjoy walking to the pool, the town center for coffee or dinner, the walking trails along the creek & golf course, & the playground. Popular western Alb schools too.

Why build or live among construction when you can move in to this fabulous home? Well maintained & ready for you to enjoy!

MLS 495813 $539,900

• 4 Bedrooms • 4 Full Bath • 2622 Fin. Sq. Ft. • 672 Unfin. Sq. Ft. • Built in 1995 • Hardwood Floors • Gas Fireplace

MLS# 493421

• Beautiful Perennial Gardens • Gas Heat & Central Air • Large Garden Shed • Wired For Generator • Strong Well

$459,000

Loi Patkin

Office: 434.817.9300 • Toll Free: 800.868.0025 • Cell: 434-760-4919 loipatkin@hotmail.com

under contract in 32 days

646 Haden lane Beautiful antebellum style home on large, corner lot. Home is sited to maximize the beautiful Blue Ridge Mtn views from both 1st & 2nd floor porches. The open floor plan w/10-foot ceilings offers a traditional feel w/all the upgrades one could possibly want. The kitchen is incredible w/floor to ceiling cabinets, upgraded appliances, huge pantry, large island, & more!

Elegant master suite, large bedrooms, & incredible laundry room MLS 494909 $695,000

Mountaintop Retreat on 11 Acres Spectacular views towards Crozet and beyond. Perfect getaway home high atop Calf Mountain in a gated community of four large properties. Features two large decks, one a second story perch off loft bedroom w/ commanding views to the east. Inside there is a soaring stone fireplace for those chilly winter nights plus a delightful window-filled sunroom w/ a woodstove. Altitude provides coolness in the warmer months. MLS# 493226 $315,000

John Updike Direct: 434-951-5174 • Cell: 434-242-7711 jbupdike3@aol.com

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5023 BrooK ViEW road

The views from this private 7 acre home site at the base of the Blue Ridge in Western Alb. will take your breath away. Easy living ranch style home with large country front porch and rear deck to take advantage of the majestic views. 5 minutes to shopping, schools and vineyards. Great room and MBR have cathedral ceilings, large eat in kitchen with new Dishwasher & Refrigerator. Newly painted interior & exterior, carpets replaced on main floor, new gas water heater, gas FP in great room with tile surround.

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Western Albemarle Building Sites Or Possible Vineyard

These 2 parcels each approximately 21+acres with PANORAMIC VIEWS great building sites, gently rolling terrain and easy accessibility make it a great place to call home. Both parcels have either stream or pond, newly installed driveway or entrance. Both feature good road frontage on hard surface roads. Short distance to either 250 or 151. Surrounded by existing estate and horse country. Priced to sell $400,000 and $425000 MLS 494966 and 496014

main active throughout their experience in Old Trail Village.”

The Lodge also will be a place for special events open to everyone. One of these features wine, cheese and a speaker and happens every third Thursday. All adults are welcome.

Hilliard said at one such event they planned for 100 and had to start turning people away when more than 130 people turned out. He said it’s a great way to meet people of all ages.

“Bring mom and go out to dinner afterwards,” he suggests. For more information The Lodge has its own website at lodgeatoldtrail.com.

erage home in Charlottesville sold for 5 percent less than its original list price, in Old Trail, in 2011, on average homes sold for 101 percent of their original list price. While an impressive indication of demand for homes in this popular neighborhood, this figure also reflects in part the high volume of new homes being sold whose prices tend to rise as buyers select upgrades during the construction process, McNeill explained.

REALTORS® were equally optimistic about the prospects for 2012.

White described Old Trail as “the fastest growing neighborhood in central

Crozet Real Estate Market

Virginia,” and was enthusiastic about the future. His compnany has sponsored several successful seminars for people in Charlottesville looking to down size and/or for retirement housing in this area.

Kauffmann described the market as “very strong,” with sales continuing to increase. “People want community,” he said, “and they are drawn to the variety of housing options available in Old Trail, which can accommodate first timers to those seeking larger homes. In addition,” he explained, “the builders are cooperative and willing to work with buyers to give them the house they want.”

Kent agreed emphasizing that a new home can be anything from an attached one-level townhome to a more traditional three story model with an attached garage to maintenance-free golf villas to just about every other style of single family home.

Call Linda I. Stanton

Associate Broker

434-806-2585

Versatile floor plan- first floor living is completely possible. Chef’s kitchen, quiet study, fantastic family room with rear deck that also adjoins master bedroom. Andersen windows, Trane HVAC, Kohler tubs/toilets, Rinnai tankless water heater, solid core interior doors- a few of our included upgrades. MLS# 495768 $669,000 For further information or a private showing, call

Becky Crowe 434-962-5503

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Helping Central Virginia

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In a 2011 year end blog post, Jim Duncan, a REALTOR® with Nest Realty, reported that the Crozet area real estate market still suffered from excess inventory, which can cause unstable or declining prices, homes staying too long on the market and continuing foreclosures and short sales. However, there were also some positive signs, including a decrease in the number of active listings, and more pendings (or homes under contract) than in 2009 and 2010. In addition, the number of homes sold in this area area was up compared to previous years. All of these figures suggest a slow but steady recovery of the market in western Albemarle County.

Figures for Old Trail are even more impressive. In their 2011 Annual Home Sales Report, the Beights Corporation stated that in 2011 average sales prices increased 12 percent, median sales prices, 16 percent, a noteworthy result in the current real estate market. Further, while the av-

Celeste Smucker is a writer, editor and author of Sold on Me, Daily Inspiration for Real Estate Agents. She lives near Charlottesville

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POPuLAR CREEksiDE sECTiOn OLD TRAiL ViLLAgE! 5br/3ba/.55a -2010 Home-many Upgrades/immaculate! 1st floor bedroom w/full bath,customized-large kitchen,sunny morning room, impressive 2story great room & large laundry-mudroom w/cabinets. Hardwood floors on main level, ceramic tile-all bathrooms. Spacious master suite with walk-in closet,large master bath-double vanities,large shower + garden tub. 9’ ceilings1st & 2nd levels/oversize-large vehicle 2-car garage. MLS# 495680 $525,000

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Gorgeous 1/4 acre parcel overlooking County Park in Old Trail Village close to the pool and Old Trail Village area(ONLY 3 LOTS LEFT!). Parcel offers a breaktaking Blue Ridge Mountain view and is predominately open. The parcel’s best feature besides the view is that you know nothing will be built behind you because the parcel backs up to a future Albemarle County Park. Parcel is one of 4 and one is already under contract. Come visit one of Central Virginia’s fastest growing communities that offers ameneties such as golf, walking trails, county park, and pool. Village town center is complete with restaurants, salon, ACAC, specialty shops, and coffee shop all open for business. $154,500

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A Virginia Tradition Since 1927

Roy Wheeler Realty Co. 85 years of Trust, Tradition, and Market Leadership Celebrating Over 75 Ednam Hall • 1100 Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (434) 951-5155 • Fax (434) 951-5190

CARODON HOME offers 2.5 acres with wooded trails and sunny yard. Lovingly cared for with new carpets and updated appliances, 3BR/2.5BA and 2 car garage.

Very convenient to shopping, NGIC and UVa Research Park. $284,900. Matthew@ RoyWheeler.com 960-5187. (495525)

COME ENJOY the country. A portion of the 2.89 acres is split by Shepherds Hill Road but leaves almost 2 acres for your dream home. $57,700. Kathy Markwood 985-6454/996-6734.

(495615)

VACANT LOT wants a new home.

Opportunity awaits in this community with lake and beach for your pleasure. Bring your home design to fit on this 1.3 acre lot in Greene Acres. $27,400. Kathy Markwood 985-6454/996-6734. (495614)

KESWICK ESTATES. Incredible 4.57 acres (two adjoining lots) of beautiful elevated, hardwood forest privately situated and quietly tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac on the grounds of the grand Keswick Estate. Priced under cost and under assessment at $695,000. www.landofc.com Jim Bonner, 951-5102.

(496155)

A BARGAIN, priced below county assessment.

Charming English country-style house on 2.11 acres in beautiful NW Albemarle. 1st floor MBR w/tray ceiling, great room w/gas FP, built-ins, large deck, DR w/adj. modern kitchen. 3BR/2 BA upstairs & large bonus room w/built-in bookshelves above 3-car garage. Must see! 595,000.

Erika Buckman 951-5166/981-1868. (496026)

2 STORY BRICK on 1/2 acre only 10 minutes to UVA. Outstanding condition. This one is priced to sell quickly, well maintained very spacious home.

Huge rooms. Beautifully landscaped lot with woods in back. Hardwood floors throughout. Pegged floors in family room. Ceramic baths, new furnace, hot water heater, roof. $369,000. Joan Esposito “Your Running Realtor”, 434-760-1028. (494877)

WHY PURCHASE a beat up and unloved home for the same price? Totally renovated home on 2 acres in Albemarle County. New Roof, heat pump, windows, kitchen with pantry, flooring, bathroom, all NEW and the list continues. Level lot is private and landscaped with both sunny and shady spaces to garden. $125,000. Michele Sheffield 906-2923/951-5188. (495901)

ATTRACTIVE PARCEL in the White Hall area of Albemarle County on Garth Road about 12 minutes from Barracks Road Shopping Center. Several home sites. Plenty of pasture and a perennial stream runs along the southern boundary. $548,000. Ginger Ashcom 978-1066/953-8045. (491691)

LOVELY 5BR HOME on 3+ level acres & incredible mtn. views. 1st floor master w/newly updated bath, adjacent spa room w/sunken hot tub opening onto large deck. Large kitchen w/ new granite, new fixtures, tons of cabinet space & access to screened back porch. Home office, great rec room/full bath. $499,900. www.DeniseRamey. com Denise Ramey 434-960-4333. (495462)

TWO MASTER BEDROOMS, three full and one half baths, granite, tile, stainless steel, hardwood, library, four walk-in closets, two story great room, alarm, huge deck, garage, open floor plan and private location. $384,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (495572)

WATERVIEW! Ready by Spring. Colonial home features a country front porch, 10 x 12 deck, 3BR/2.5BA, spacious great room with extra windows, dining room & so much more. Now comes standard with brushed nickel hardware. Choose siding, shutters, carpet, cabinets, floors & more. $159,640. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (491724)

A BRIGHT 3BR/3.5BA end unit townhouse close to UVa and downtown. It offers a fullyhandicapped accessible 1st level FR w/FP, full bath & laundry. Spacious great room w/stained glass window, kitchen & deck access on the 2nd floor & 3BR/2BA on the 3rd floor. Fenced backyard is a gardener’s delight! $299,000. Erika Buckman 951-5166/981-1868. (494228)

GORGEOUS HOME! Lovely hardwood floors, built-in bookcases, spacious master w/walk in closet and lovely kitchen. This house has a hidden bonus - put in a stairway to the walkout basement with windows and double the size of the house! Lower lever patios. Backs up to open area with no houses allowed. $315,000. Ginger Ashcom 978-1066/953-8045. (495807)

JUST MINUTES from Stanardsville and Ruckersville and close to the Albemarle County line, this 13.82 acres slopes gently to a bold stream along it’s south/southwestern border. All wooded, this private and secluded parcel is surrounded by rural woodland with not another house in sight. $103,500. Tucker Reback 9964375/951-5128. (489286)

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CONWAY RIVER FRONTAGE with winter mountain views. Terrace level deck, screened porch, 1st floor master, hardwood floors, family room with serving bar, 2 more bedrooms plus 3.5 baths. Fantastic entertaining home just minutes from golf, shopping and NGIC. $329,000. Matthew@RoyWheeler.com 9605187. (490226)

GORGEOUS LUXURY HOME. Stoney Creek: Contemporary estate home designed/built for owners.

Impeccably-maintained and improved. Set high on a 1.3 ac. waterfront lot. Extensive landscaping with Koi pond, stone terrace, circular concrete drive, 2 FP, gourmet kitchen, 5BR/4.5BA. Reduced! $749,325. www.TheChaseTeam.com 296-9860. (448607)

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A Virginia Tradition Since 1927

Roy Wheeler Realty Co. 85 years of Trust, Tradition, and Market Leadership Celebrating Over 75 Ednam Hall • 1100 Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (434) 951-5155 • Fax (434) 951-5190

HEATHCOTE c. 1915. Gracious country manor of 16+ acres in heart of Keswick. Old oaks, boxwoods, guest home, 3 car garage with workshop. Pastures are fenced for horses. four bedrooms, four baths with six fireplaces, completely renovated and restored. $1,695,000. www.landofc.com Jim Bonner, 951-5102.

(495458)

MEGAN’S MEADOW c. 1800. Historic Southern Albemarle farmstead of 62 productive acres with private winery, guest house and some great farm outbuildings. Ample water, excellent garden with greenhouse. Beautiful, mostly open rolling fields. Only $585,000. www.landofc.com Jim Bonner, 951-5102.

(495736)

WELL CARED FOR brick home on beautiful Albemarle Cty. lot. This delightful 3BR/2BA home features hardwood flooring, formal LR with brick FP and formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, FR with FP and wood stove, study or sewing room, rough-in for bath downstairs, storage area in basement plus storage shed. $219,900. Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995. (496085)

BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY HOME in Keswick. Marble and hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings on all three levels, stainless steel appliances, upgraded heat pump, 3 car garage, massive amounts of storage, basement, fire pit and much more. $299,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 242-3550. (494576)

AS YOU DRIVE down the paved driveway to this custom built home by Blue Ridge Homecrafters the feel of serenity surrounds you. On a private, 3.82 Acre lot in Ivy this award winning design home has many extra features including gourmet kitchen, stone fireplace, detailed trim work & attached 2 car garage. $529,000. Sharon L. Williams 951-5172/906-5069. (491761)

VIEWS OF ROLLING FOOTHILLS and neighboring pond. This rural building lot offers a private setting. There are no restrictions and plenty of space helps to provide lots of opportunities for all your home ideas. $59,000. Matthew@ RoyWheeler.com 960-5187. (485528)

WEXFORD COMMUNITY offers stunning views and location with amazing pricing. The Carrington model has a wonderful floor plan with 4BR/3BA and the unfinished basement has endless customizing that can be done; a theatre being one of them! Almost completed so call today for an appointment to see this gorgeous home. $394,900.

Matthew Woodson, 960-5187. (492872)

ALBEMARLE HOUSE. Albemarle’s finest country estate of nearly 100 acres near Monticello. Classically detailed 45 room mansion with formal English and Italian gardens. Pool complex, thatched roof greenhouses, heliport, vineyards, log cabin, lake and the most amazing private chapel. $16,000,000. www.landofc.com Jim Bonner, 951-5102. (487335)

AUBURN FARM. Great little horse farm of 19+ ac. 5 miles to town. Lovely home & 4 stall barn w/add’l apt. in private setting. Another home could be built. Great location for riding. Lake is shared with neighbor and very easy to access. $1,225,000. (464053) Jane Porter Fogleman Jane@foglemangroup.com 981-1274 or Claiborne Redd Fogleman Claiborne@foglemangroup.com

WATER VIEWS in Langdon Woods. Lot 2 enjoys 4 acre lot and adjoins the community walking trails and lake. Mostly open with mature hardwoods this lot is perfect for your custom home. Offered for 227,000. www.MaupinGroup.com Warren Maupin, 962-8939. (422836)

LOFTLANDS GLEN. Beautiful setting for easy living. Enjoy the beauty and privacy of your 2.4 acres while having miles of community walking trails around the lake and through the woods.

All brick, one-level home is gorgeous and easy to maintain. Huge master suite is separate from other bedrooms. $584,000. jhm@JimMcVay.com 962-3420. (488139)

GREAT LOCATION, neighborhood & home! Close to UVa, downtown & 29N shopping and restaurants.

Wood floors throughout main level. Floor plan defies the year it was built. Open, sunny living/dining, kitchen w/large windows & FP. Grounds are beautiful with decks, Koi pond, hot tub, circular drive, mature trees & plants. $379,000. Christy and Rod Phillips, 434-987-6399.

(485008)

HURRY QUICK, take the time to come and preview these three single family home lots located in Old Trail that consist of 1/4 acre each offering year around panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Take advantage of today’s lower construction costs and low interest rates now! At $154,500 they will not last long. Steve White, 951-5112. stevew@virginiafineproperties.com

WELL CARED FOR HOME with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a partially finished basement. Easy drive to Fork Union, Zion Crossroads, Richmond and Charlottesville.

Jetted tub in master bath, walk-in closet, fireplace in family room, eat-in area as well as formal dining room.

All appliances convey. 4 acres. $314,900. Mandy Yancey, 760-1882. (494361)

GRACIOUS GEORGIAN brick home set on 1.38 park-like, level acres in one of Charlottesville’s most beautiful neighborhoods, Ednam Forest backing up to Birdwood. Many updates, yet a feeling of timelessness, this spacious light-filled home features 5BR/4BA, 2 home offices, rec room, terrace with in-ground pool, mountain views. $1,262,500. Byrd Abbott, 242-9600.

(494764)

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SPECTACULAR HOME and breathtaking views! This spacious five bedroom, 4.5 bath home has a soaring stone fireplace, hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and master bath and a wall of windows to enjoy the endless Blue Ridge Mountain views! $649,000. Christy and Rod Phillips, 434-987-6399. (495574)

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Roy Wheeler Realty Co. 85 years of Trust, Tradition, and Market Leadership Celebrating Over 75 Ednam Hall • 1100 Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (434) 951-5155 • Fax (434) 951-5190

GREAT GREENE LOCATION! All on one level and better than new. Spacious home located on a 1.5 acre level private lot. 4BR/3.5BA, hardwood floors, 9’ ceilings, custom kitchen with granite, cherry and stainless. Attached 2 car garage, screened in porch and deck. Minutes from Hollymead Town Center. $449,000. Joan Esposito “Your Running Realtor”, 760-1028. (487584)

WOW, WHAT A DEAL! Not only do you have a one level home with 2100 finished square feet, light-filled rooms, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths but a detached studio (1800 sq. ft.) with plumbing and its own meter PLUS almost 14 acres with barn and shed. $374,959. Kathy Markwood 985-6454/996-6734. (480953)

HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! Level open lot in an estate community. Combination of fantastic views, gently rolling pasture, and expansive woodlands. 25 acres of common area with lake. CC&R’s in place. $127,000. www.MaupinGroup.com Warren Maupin, 962-8939. (473690)

BEAUTIFUL 8.14 ACRE lot in Langdon Woods adjoins the 57 acre preservation tract and provides the most privacy possible in a subdivision. Lot 12 enjoys a nice stream and mature hardwoods. Offered for $227,000. www.MaupinGroup.com Warren Maupin, 962-8939. (438499)

WINTERGREEN. Huge year-round views from all levels. Open floor plan with tongue & groove wood ceiling & wood floors, gas fireplace, great for entertaining family and friends...a must see for those looking for a quality view property. Finish the basement for an additional 1470 sq. ft. of living space for a total of 4070 sq. ft. $599,000. Christy and Rod Phillips, 434-987-6399. (485767)

FOXCHASE! Perfect building lot located on a quiet cul-de-sac within walking distance of community pool, tennis and trails. Almost 1.5 acres.

Just a minute drive to the new Harris Teeter and restaurants. Great opportunity to build in an established neighborhood in a great location. $219,000. Christy and Rod Phillips, 434-9876399. (480890)

GREENBERRY MANOR FARM. Working farm on the South River. Two homes, perfect for family compound or live in one and rent the other. Fenced with barns and plenty of storage. Wonderful setting with garden spots, lush pastures abound, mountain views. Convenient to I-64 yet very private. $729,000. Gerri Russell, 531-9581 and Jim Bonner, 951-5102. (489553)

SWEETHEART FARM. Green Springs area. 36 acres with 2 ponds, board fenced pastures, run-in sheds and a 10-stall center aisle barn. Efficient layout with completely renovated home dating to 1890.

All in excellent condition. $625,000. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581 and Jim Bonner, 951-5102. (477459)

RESIDENTIAL LOT in Mountain Vista. One of the most convenient rural lots on the market today. Only minutes to NGIC, UVa Research Park and Shopping at Hollymead Town Center.

Subdivision of medium to large parcel lots offers loads of privacy with a small community feel. $126,900. Matthew@RoyWheeler.com 9605187. (483917)

1S M TF AS LO TE OR R 52 ACRES minutes to Zion Crossroads. Mountain views, pond, mature hardwoods, rolling pastures, bring the horses or cattle, endless opportunities. Several ideal home sites. $199,900. Proposed home with 4BR/3BA, basement, garage, 1st floor master and more by Southern Development for $545,000; or bring your own builder. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-2423550. (494720)

FLUVANNA’S PREMIER retirement community – now under NEW MANAGEMENT. Two bedrooms, 2.5 baths, open floor plan, garage and handicap accessible. Low HOA fees, exterior maintenance included. Clubhouse, pool, walking trails. Many floor plans and options available. $209,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (494719)

NEW CONSTRUCTION in Waters Edge.

Less than a mile off Route 29 and minutes from NGIC. All the main rooms are on the first floor. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, bonus room, unfinished basement and frontload, 2 car garage. $259,900. Matthew@ RoyWheeler.com 960-5187. (486641)

PRIVATE WOODED 31 acre tract nestled in village of Rochelle (southern Madison Co). Wonderful views of adjacent property fields and pond. 31 Wooded acres of gently rolling topography. More land available. $299,000. Matthew@RoyWheeler.com 960-5187. (485966)

PRIVATE WOODED SETTING near the village of Rochelle (southern Madison Co.) delivers views of neighboring fields and pond from several home sites. This property offers a good mix of young hardwoods and rolling a topography. $159,000. Matthew@RoyWheeler.com 9605187. (485921)

LLANDAFF. Carter’s Bridge area. Nearly 20 acres with (3) homes, currently leased. New well, septic, cash flow and beautiful views and seclusion, surrounded by thousands of acres of land in conservation easement. $675,000. www.landofc.com Jim Bonner, 951-5102.

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SUB-LEASE a portion of 5100 sq. ft. from existing tenant that is down-sizing. Offered at under market rate of $16/sf. Perfect location for medical or other professional use. Free Bridge location is perfect for Martha Jefferson Hosp. access. Will consider all floor plan scenarios to meet sub-tenant needs. Modified gross lease rate of $16/ s.f. Hock Hockensmith 951-5110/996-3333. (493867)

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KeswicK estAtes Incredible 4.5 acres (two adjoining lots) on the grounds of the grand Keswick Estate. Beautiful elevated, hardwood forest privately and quietly tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac.

Priced under cost at $695,000.

MLS#496155

heAthcote, c. 1915 Gracious country manor of 16 acres located in the heart of Keswick. Old oaks, boxwood, guest home, 3 car-garage with workshop and pastures are fenced for horses. 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with 6 fireplaces, completely renovated and restored. $1,695,000 MLS#495458

ArrowheAD mountAin Minutes down Rt. 29S, this exceptional tract of 410 acres of hardwood timber features rolling to steep topography, springs, cascading streams, miles of trails, mountain views, and beautiful rock outcroppings. Less than $3000 an acre. $1,200,000. MLS#495947

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Surrounded by horse farms this light filled 4 bedroom/2 bath Cape Cod on 21+ quiet and peaceful acres has new upgrades and additions, babbling waterfalls, and beautiful grounds all in excellent condition. $675,000.

Charming and immaculate describe this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home minutes from downtown with Rivanna Trail and neighborhood schools just around the corner. Large light filled rooms. Two fireplaces. Fresh paint throughout, new carpeting. $335,000. MLS#495238

LLAnDAff Carters Bridge estate area. Extraordinary offering of early 20 acres with (3) homes, currently leased. New well, septic, cash flow, and beautiful views and seclusion, surrounded by thousands of acres of land in conservation easement. $675,000. MLS#491842

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Grand, new single level brick home and cattle show barn. Finest soils, fencing, lake and beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Adjoins Montpelier. $5,850,000.

misty river fArm Extraordinary 106+ acre riverfront estate and horse farm in Fluvanna. Beautifully crafted by Abrahamse of the finest materials featuring dramatic open floor plan. Indoor and outdoor fireplaces, wine cellar, pool/pool house, fabulous barn. $2,450,000. MLS#493735

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This charming 2 bedroom/1 bath home in coveted neighborhood within minutes of Downtown Mall features large fenced yard, rocking chair front porch, off street parking and lower level 1 bedroom/1 bath apartment. $415,000. MLS#488285

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Picturesque Shenandoah Valley farm of 152 acres fronting on bold creek and adjoining Blue Ridge Parkway forest land. Renovated/expanded manor home, guest rental home, big beautiful cattle barn, large well fenced pasture. $1,200,000. MLS#495348

Jim Bonner

The Top Producing Agent 20 consecutive years.* Since 1998 sales volume in excess of $340,000,000 including over 37,000 acres.

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Historic Southern Albemarle farmstead of 62 acres with private winery, guest house and some great farm out buildings. Ample water, excellent garden with greenhouse. Beautiful, mostly open rolling fields.

Only $585,000. MLS#495736

Use your phone to find a home.

It’s that easy.

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sAGe hiLL Beautiful and private Albemarle horse farm of 21 acres near the James River.

13 board fenced acres with 3 automatic waterers, 2 barns and immaculate 2001 farmhouse with wraparound porches and in-ground pool. All in perfect condition. $885,000. MLS# 491918.

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any Virginians can remember where they were at 1:51 pm on August 23, 2011. That is when Virginia was rocked with its largest earthquake in a century.

The epicenter was located outside of Mineral in Louisa County, but it could be felt along the east coast from Georgia to Canada. When the shaking began, the idea that it may be the result of an earthquake was not the first thing that came to mind. After all, our region is not known for earthquakes like California or Alaska.

However, after the shaking stopped, people began looking around to see what, if any, damage had been done to surrounding structures including their own homes. Those who unfortunately found damage to their homes also found out that normal homeowner insurance policies do not cover earthquake related damages. In order to be covered for earthquake losses, an earthquake insurance endorsement

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must be added to the home policy or a separate earthquake insurance policy needs to be purchased on the side. Insurance companies received a flood of calls with questions in regard to earthquake insurance after the earthquake, so much so that insurers put a freeze on issuing new earthquake policies after the quake and many wouldn’t lift the freeze for 30, 60, or 90 days.

Virginia earthquake insurance is not a big segment of the insurance industry, accounting for barely $10 million in premiums in 2009 and covering just two percent of Virginia homes. Even in an earthquake prone area like California, only about 1 in 8 homeowners are covered from earthquake loss. Earthquake insurance normally covers damage from shaking or trembling of the earth, but routinely excludes losses caused by landslides, erosion, tsunami, or volcanic eruption, even if an earthquake caused them to happen.

Earthquake insurance deductibles work differently that traditional deductibles in that there is

not a dollar amount assigned to them. Instead, the deductible is a percentage of the insured amount.

Usually two percent is the lowest deductible an insurance company is willing to extend, so if the home is worth $200,000 and has $200,000 coverage then there would be a $4,000 out-of-pocket deductible for the homeowner to pay before the insurance company begins to cover losses. Two percent deductible is on the low end, with policies routinely going up to 10, 15 or 20 percent. On this same home, that 20 percent deductible turns into

$40,000 the homeowner pays first before insurance kicks in.

The level of deductible greatly swings the premium on earthquake insurance. Premiums could start at $0. 50 per $1,000 insured and go up from there as the deductible falls.

Premiums in Virginia are roughly a sixth of that for the same coverage in California, where earthquake insurance is more common. In addition to location, deductible percentage and coverage amount, the construction of the structure also will have an impact on the premium. Earthquakes tend to damage masonry buildings, especially unreinforced masonry than their lumber-built counterparts.

A brick home may pay roughly 20-80 percent more due to the increased likelihood of an insurance claim.

What is the likelihood of another sizeable earthquake striking Virginia?

Virginia is considered to have a moderate earthquake risk in that there is a 10-20 percent chance of a magnitude 4. 75 or higher on the Richter scale every hundred years. With this reading area being close in proximity to the Central Virginia Seismic Zone, which generated last year’s quake, there is a good chance that it would be felt here.

In determining if earthquake insurance should be added to the existing home insurance, homeowners need to balance their risk level with the premium price. If you wish to discuss earthquake insurance in more detail, please contact your current home insurer who should be happy to answer your questions. Since the earthquake occurred less than a year ago, they no doubt are well versed on the subject!

THE LAND OFFICE Land, Farms & Fine Estate Properties

For the week ending 2-17-12

There were

28 sales in the seven-county area.

• six were in albemarle with an average price of $215,578 • Four were in Charlottesville with an average price of $275,100 • seven were in Fluvanna with an average price of $171,500 • Five were in greene with an average price of $247,807 • one was in louisa with a price of $163,000

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(Note: Real estate tax information gathered from local government Web sites and is believed but not guaranteed to be accurate as of publication date. Towns may assess real estate taxes in addition to those charged by each county.)

City oF Charlottesville www.charlottesville.org real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100 of assessment albeMarle County www.albemarle.org real estate tax rate: $.742 per $100 of assessment Fluvanna County www.co.fluvanna.va.us real estate tax rate: $.54 per $100 of assessment greene County www.gcva.us real estate tax rate: $.69 cents per $100 of assessment louisa County www.louisacounty.com real estate tax rate: $.62 per $100 of assessment Madison County www.madisonco.virginia.gov real estate tax rate: $.44 cents per $100 of assessment nelson County www.nelsoncounty.com real estate tax rate: $.55 per $100 of assessment orange County http://orangecountyva.gov real estate tax rate: $.47 cents per $100 of assessment

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Includes access to dock-high loading area on Water Street. $5 psf or $416 per month.

Email if interested: bill@c-ville.com No phone calls, please.

(Bank owned properties) See them all at www.homesofc.com

Jim Bonner (434) 951-5102 (24 hours) Roy Wheeler Realty Co.

OWNER FINANCING – Spacious 2-bedroom condo with garage in Augusta County. No steps, no outside maintenance, excellent owner financing. Only one available. $211,900. Call or Text: 540-487-0480.

WAYNESBORO – Just a short drive from Charlottesville.

Several new homes available: spacious 2-story and adorable ranch. Starting at $189,900 and owner will finance. Call 540-487-0482.

SPACIOUS & OPEN – Brand new 1,600 sq ft home in a new neighborhood in Augusta County.

Sidewalks & lots of open space. $214,900. Owner will finance. Call Beth, Valley Real Estate Brokers, 540-241-5986.

BEST LOCATION – BEST VIEW – Charming NEW Victorian 2-story in Augusta County with over 2000 ft. 3 bedrooms, lots of living spaces, great porches & 2-car garage. Sidewalks & street lights. 1 minute to restaurants, churches & grocery. $309,900 and owner will finance. 540-487-0480.

• two were in Madison with an average price of $200,000 • three were in nelson with an average price of $246,633

CLASSIFIED Jim Bonner (434) 951-5102 (24 hours) Roy Wheeler Realty Co.

LOTS & ACREAGE OK FOR MOBILE HOME – 2 acres of woods. Paved state road frontage. Just off Rt. 60 in Nelson County. Only $35,900 with easy financing. 434-444-5088.

HOMESTEADER WANTED to reclaim 6 acres of wilderness on Carter Creek in Nelson County. Mobile home welcome. $39,900.

Easy owner financing – Nothing down. 434444-5088.

for rent GREAT SELECTION of homes and apartments just a short drive west in Waynesboro and Augusta County. Check out our website for current availability: www.ValleyRent.com or call 540-886-6155.

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