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VOL. 22 NO. 14 n APRIL 4 – APRIL 10, 2013 WWW.CAAR.COM A PUBLICATION OF THE CHARLOTTESVILLE AREA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® FREE

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2 BRs | 2 BAs | 1492 sf | 1888 sf unfin

297-ft of Waterfrontage | 5,000+ sf Fin.

This Waterfront Rancher is everything you have been looking for Open Vaulted Design, Cozy Floor-to-Ceiling Stone FP, Relaxing Sunroom

Brick Rancher that literally wraps the end of a cul-de-sac with over 297-ft of breathtaking waterfrontage! 24 x 41 Master w/Walk-out to wrap decking

$350,000

$689,500

20 VINE RIdGE LANE

901 WILLOW RIdGE - mOuNTAINBROOk

3 BRs | 3 BAs | 3164 sf | 600 sf unfin

4 BRs | 3.5 BAs | 3254 sf | 2608 sf unfin

LUXURIOUS WATERFRONT! Stunning All-Brick Rancher w/ Finished Basement & Gentle Walk To Water! Over 105-ft of Waterfrontage-Dock!

This Waterfront enjoys over 400ft of private Lake frontage,boat dock & great fishing! orgeous Vaulted Custom Rancher w/ basement.

$485,000

$482,000

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4 BRs | 2.5 BAs | 2444 sf | 716 sf unfin

2680 sf fin | 484 sf unfin | 4 - 5 BR | 3 BA

A water-lovers home without the waterfront price! Main lake water views from every window!Bring your canoe and drop in right across the street

Easy Walk To Water & Dock, Main Level Master BR, Open Kitchen, 1st Fl Master, Brick Fireplace in Greatroom, Waterviews from Every Room!

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This amazing custom home on over 17 acres has vaulted ceilings, hardwood and ceramic tiled floors, skylights, gas fireplace, and lots of light filled living space.

The property is bordered by the North Fork of the Rockfish River and there is access to it from the house. Relaxing deck area off the family room leads to hot tub with lots of privacy!

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One of Belmont’s finest homes!

Located on a prestigious street in the heart of town with lots of character, charm, and comfort.

Lovely fully fenced back yard with mature landscaping and a covered deck that will be used all spring and summer long! You can’t beat the location and you can’t beat the Belmont charm!

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New Homes

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ALBEMARLE

3 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE PDT MLS# 495984 $519,900 1119 CAMBRIDGE HILL LN GLENMORE PDT MLS# 498157 $826,825

8 DORIS DR WILLOW CREEK DET MLS# 508088 $499,000

417 P ark S treet , C harlotteSville , va 22902 BLACKROCK

An owner occupied weekend home with beautiful furnishings. Wonderful taste in decorating and design makes all the difference! Sold mostly furnished with a few reserved items. You will not want to leave the deck or screened porch. The large open kitchen, dining and living area with fireplace is the focal point of this home.

The large family room with an entertainment center allows for room to spread out with family, friends & entertainment! $695,000

FLUVANNA

15 OAK GROVE RD 5632 UPLAND DR LAKE MONTICELLO DET OLD TRAIL ATD CHARLOTTESVILLE MLS# 497231 $178,000 MLS# 504913 $412,500 840 ESTES ST 4 MARINA POINT CIR 646 BAYWICK CIR NONE ATH LAKE MONTICELLO ATH OLD TRAIL ATD MLS# 507269 $169,000 MLS# 507487 $349,000 CALL SHARON MLS# 491033 $628,925 434-981-7200 1213 AVON ST 21708 JAMES MADISON HWY 1080 OLD TRAIL DR NONE DET NONE PDT OLD TRAIL ATD MLS# 501791 $249,500 MLS# 505508 $369,000 MLS# 494797 $308,277 MOUNTAIN VIEW FARM 1105 HERNDON RD 3 PENDOWER LN RUGBY DET LOUISA Large Farmhouse with 7 or more bedrooms GLENMORE PDT including a two room master suite .Fabulous 26 MLS# 508265 $429,900 acre farm w/a beautiful small lake. 2 cottages, 31 ARROWWOOD ST MLS# 495984 $519,900 kennel, 3 car garage, other small outbuildings and SPRING CREEK DET 1119 CAMBRIDGE HILL LN GREENE an equipment shed. Almost all open, gently rolling MLS# 494239 $346,500 GLENMORE PDT 37 WEXFORD RIDGE RD to flat land on the corner of VSH 15 and 33 west MLS# 498157 $826,825 (just east of Gordonsville) $799,000 WEXFORD DET MLS# 501463 $399,000 FLUVANNA All information deemed CALL SHARON 1319 TROY RD 214 TOMS RD accurate as of 10:30 a.m.

434-981-7200 Friday, March 29th 2013 as per WOUNDED KNEE DET NONE DET MLS# 506871 $415,000 CAAR MLS Open House data.

MLS# 507420 $375,000 21708 JAMES MADISON HWY ATH=ATTACHED • CND=CONDOMINIUM • DET=DETACHED NONE PDT FRM=FARM PDT=PROPOSED DETACHED PAT=PROPOSED MLS# 505508 $369,000

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ABSOLUTE REAL ESTATE AUCTION

1143 MILL PARK DRIVE EXT BROOKMILL CND MLS# 488114 $159,900 978 DEVON SPRING CT REDFIELDS ATH MLS# 507227 $269,500 2120 MEADOWFIELD WAY MEADOWFIELD DET MLS# 508594 $395,000 Wednesday, April 17 at 5 pm 5632 UPLAND DR OLD TRAIL ATH 481 Gunter Hollow Lane, MLS# 504913 $412,500 Roseland, VA 22967 943 BRAEBURN ST Spacious 4-BR/4-BA home on 3.4 acres GRAYROCK DET with a pond. Sold to the highest bidder.

MLS# 507821 $504,900 Convenient to Charlottesville 2835 EARLYSVILLE RD and Lynchburg.

NONE DET Only $25,000 suggested starting bid.

MLS# 503874 $549,000 646 BAYWICK CIR OLD TRAIL ATH MLS# 491033 $628,925 5309 RAVEN STONE RD FOOTHILL CROSSING DET MLS# 500632 $664,000 Home Tour: 2732 PROFFIT CROSSING PROFFIT RIDGE DET Sun. April 7 at 2pm sharp MLS# 506186 $699,900 Call Mr. Kelly Strauss at 1895 COVE POINTE RD 540.226.1279 FOREST LAKES DET MLS# 506943 $425,000 1080 OLD TRAIL DR OLD TRAIL ATH VAAF 729 MLS# 494797 $308,277

Call Sharon, (434) 981-7200 Over $13 Million Sold in 2010.

Native of Charlottesville with over 25 years of local Real Estate Experience. Hall Of Fame

Sonja Casero, (434) 981-3523 Multi-Million Dollar Top Producer for over 20 years Consistent Award Winner Hall Of Fame

DESIRABLE EDNAM VILLAGE Adjoining Golf Course with fairway and mountain views. So close to town, 5 mins from UVa, steps from Boars Head Sports Club. Completely updated 3 years ago. Hardwood floors, marble countertops & cherry cabinets, wood burning fireplace in living room. Two master bedroom suites. Large rear deck, attached garage, full unfinished basement and huge attic for storage. $645,000.

RING SONJA 434-981-3523 EVER POPULAR MILL CREEK So close to Downtown, I-64 and UVa, PVCC and Cale elementary school. This home in Mill Creek is on the market for the first time, newly painted and newly carpeted, it is in great shape and offers the most finished square feet for the money in this, ever so popular neighborhood. 3or 4 good sized bedrooms, one of them is a master suite on the main level, and extra private, low maintenance backyard. Priced to sell at $229,000.

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A Virginia Tradition Since 1927

Roy Wheeler Realty Co. Celebrating Over 85 years Of trust, traditiOn, and M arket leadership Ednam Hall • 1100 Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (434) 951-5155 • Fax (434) 951-5190

Email: homes@roywheeler.com

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840 ESTES COURT Time: 1-3 pm Hosting Agent: Zachary McCoy

WALK TO THE UNIVERSITY AND DOWNTOWN MALL. to the University and Downtown Mall. This home was substantially rebuilt in the 1980s. It looks and feels that age, not 1900. There is reserved off street parking, which is a plus! $169,000.

Zachary McCoy, 806-0990. (507269)

SELLERS HAVE RELOCATED out of the country and have reduced their asking price six times... bring any and all offers. Will also work out a lease to own proposal. 2BR/2BA, toasty gas heat, gas FP, hardwood floors, 9’ ceilings.

All appliances stay including washer and dryer. Seller says make an offer!!! $184,500.

Joan Esposito “Your Running Realtor”, 760-1028. (501327)

Directions: From 29N right into Hollymead subdivision, 1st right onto Somer Chase Court, property on right. REFRESHMENTS SERVED.

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12 FLEETWOOD DRIVE

Hosting Agent: Yonna Smith Time: 1-4 pm

MAGNIFICENT HOME, custom-built with quality finishes: tile/hardwood floors, floor to ceiling FP in living room, sunroom, luxurious master suite, built-ins, wet bar, paved drive, oversized garage, heated fenced pool with multiple decks, custom patio, full-length front porch and fenced backyard. Perfect home for entertainment inside & out. $394,900.

The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith.

531-0817/531-0795. (505541)

Hosting Agent: Keith Smith

IMPRESSIVE CUSTOM-BUILT RANCH offers onelevel living on a finished walk-out basement. Open floor plan, 1st floor master, light-filled kitchen w/island, bfast nook overlooking backyard. Hardwood floor, vaulted ceilings, skylights, & MORE. Ample storage, 2-car garage. Private fenced backyard, 1 acre! $359,900.

The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith.

531-0817/531-0795. (508026)

Directions: From the Lake Monticello Turkeysag Gate, follow Turkeysag Trail, left on Acre Lane, left on Fleetwood, home on left.

18 FLEETWOOD DRIVE

Time: 1-4 pm

Hosting Agent: Sammy Greene

SPECTACULAR Colonial w/fully finished basement apartment on beautiful 1 acre lot at “The Acres”, Lake Monticello. Superior craftsmanship, luxury features thr/out, HW & tile floors, tray ceilings, light-filled spacious kitchen, bfast nook w/access to screened porch overlooking backyard.

Immediate occupancy! $389,900.

The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith.

531-0817/531-0795. (506003)

Directions: Lake Monticello Turkeysag Gate turn left on Acre Lane, turn left on Fleetwood, home is on the left.

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Time: 1-4 pm

The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith.

531-0817/531-0795. (505862)

Directions: From Charlottesville take 53 (Thomas Jefferson Pkwy) to left on 618 (Lake Monticello Road) for 1 mile, left on Tuscarora, right on Seminole Trail, left on Kiowa 2 blocks. House on corner of Kiowa and Pawnee.

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Time: 1-3 pm Hosting Agent: Susan Stewart WITH OVER 2700 FINISHED SQ. FT., 5 acres and a great location, this spacious quad-level home has a ton of potential. Recent improvements include refinished hardwood floors, new carpet and tile.

Take a look! $284,900.

21708 JAMES MADISON HWY.

Time: 1-4 pm

Hosting Agent: Kathleen Madison

GREAT BARGAIN & VALUE for this custom-built colonial in park-like setting! Light-filled 4BR/2.5BA home w/elegant 2-story foyer, wood floors 1st floor, comfy living & family rooms, formal dining room, sunny b’fast nook & kitchen. Luxurious master w/ garden tub. Landscaped corner lot w/fenced backyard. $169,900.

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www.homesincville.com Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995. (488114) Directions: 29N to a right on Greenbrier, right on Mill Park Drive, Continue to Mill Park Drive Extended. House on left. INCLEMENT WEATHER CANCELS.

Hosting Agent: Kim Johnson

DESIGN/BUILD YOUR OWN HOME for as little as $1000 down, no construction loan necessary! I&J invites you to tour this Parade of Homes Award winning plan, with large windows, open spaces, high ceilings, elegant fixtures & finishes. Every detail has been considered! Many floor plans are available or I&J can help you design your very own plan! $369,000. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (505508) Directions: From Zion Crossroads – Rt. 15 South. Cross Rt. 250 and do immediate U turn into parking lot. Look for sign.

37 WEXFORD RIDGE ROAD

80 TURKEY TROT COURT

Time: 2-4 pm Hosting Agent: Matthew Woodson

Time: 12-5 pm

READY TO MOVE IN! This upgraded “Berkshire” model has hardwood floors, granite counters, gas fireplace, built-in cabinets, 9’ ceilings, stainless steel appliances, 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths - the list goes on and on.

A SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY to tour the Spring Creek Community. Spring Creek is rated one of Virginia’s best golf communities with deluxe amenities to include gated entrance, golf club, fitness center, pool & tennis. A variety of home sites are now available at reduced prices.

Appointments necessary, call for an available time.

$399,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (501463) Directions: U.S. Rte. 29 North to Left on Fray’s Mill Rd (SR 641) for half mile to Right on Spring Hill Rd (SR 606) for one mile.

Left into Wexford, stay right at Y, Home on right. INCLEMENT WEATHER CANCELS.

Hosting Agent: Susan Stewart

susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550.

Directions: Take I-64 to Zion Crossroads exit, North on 15 to Spring Creek entrance on Left.

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12 ACRE LANE

GREAT, CLOSE-IN LOCATION! This attractive 2-story townhouse-style condo features 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen, a delightful back patio and is an easy walk to the senior center and bus line. $159,900.

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Carol Carder, 434.242.0459 Carter Montague, 434.951.7156

Kathleen Ritenour, 434.996.4214 Kyle Olson, 540.649.4131

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BRIARWOOD

Close to NGIC, DIA, GE & Hollymead TC. One Owner House. Well maintained.

Formal LR & DR, brkfast nook, fam rm & GARAGE!! Newer flooring & roof. Fenced back yard. MLS# 508444, $189,900.

Carol Costanzo, 434.962.1419

OWENSVILLE RD

Elegant, casual 6,000 sq ft one owner custom home on 5+ ac. First floor MA suite.

Beautiful setting, near Meriwether Lewis. Extensive landscaping.

Pool. MLS# 498958, $1,397,000. Trish Owens, 434.825.5393. O/A

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Loaded w/upgrades! Tall ceilings, custom trim & heart of pine floors. Chef’s Kit w/soapstone counters, high end appliances, wet bar, wine cooler. Remodeled brick FPs. Tin ceiling, claw foot tubs & heated flrs. MLS# 507404, $289,900. Kyle Olson, 540.649.4131

BARBOURSVILLE

2+ acres in a cul-de-sac! Hrdwd floors, kit w/island, cherry cabs, & ss appliances. Full FIN BSMNT w/rec rm, office/ library, & walkout. MBR w/ceramic tile, jetted tub. MLS# 503261, $539,000.

Sal Milione, 434.882.4000

LIBERTY HALL

3 BR 2.5 BA. Quick Commute. Open plan, lg windows, hrdwd floors. Kit w/island, pantry & bar; formal DR. MBR suite w/ vaulted ceiling, WIC, tiled BA, garden tub, sep shower. 2 car garage. MLS# 508392, $189,000. Carla Myrtle, 434.962.8913

SPRING CREEK

Garage, Basement, like new condition, you can have it all. Certified ENERGY STAR Builder and JUST AWARDED the 2012 Energy Star Partner of the Year!

MLS# 506439, $219,900. Carol Costanzo, 434.962.1419

MINUTES FROM ZIONS XROADS

Beautiful home on 3 level ac. No HOA fees!

Main floor w/kit, brkfast island, eat-in area, LR, DR, & GR! MA suite w/lux BA, & walkin closet! 5th BR/bonus rm + det suite w/full BR, BA, & wrkshp. MLS# 507420, $375,000. Sasha Farmer, 434.260.1435

SPRING CREEK

15 min E of Cville w/Winter views of Golf Course. 3,942 sq ft & 4 BRs, 3.5 BAs, fin. terrace level & 2 car garage.

Gourmet kit w/granite counters, hrdwd floors. MLS# 505700, $339,000. Anita Dunbar, 434.981.1421 www.montaguemiller.com/openhouse

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One story w/loads of upgrades. Crown molding, replacement windows, refin. hrdwd floors, new int. doors/trim. LR w/stone hearth. Full Bsmnt. Fenced rear yard, deck, pool. MLS# 508443, $145,000. Kyle Olson, 540.649.4131

NORTHFIELDS

Updated in great community near R29 shops & Dtown. Open plan w/2 FPs, screen porch, lg yard for gardening. New kit, updated windows, heat pump, hrdwd floors, garage conv. to rec room. MLS# 507070, $329,000. Anita Dunbar, 434.981.1421

BELMONT

Great Investment! 2 BR duplex with off street parking. Unit B has large deck & a view of Moore’s Creek. Exterior painted in 2011, 5 minutes from downtown.

O/A. MLS# 506190, $165,000. Shann Whited, 434.962.4741

GREENE COUNTY

3 BR/3BA home w/full bsmnt family rm, pellet stove, wrkshp & tile floors. Ground floor MA suite & cathedral ceilings. Movein ready. Appl. convey. New decking, carpets, & fenced-in yard. MLS# 506218, $187,000. Jamie White, 434.906.3944

CHARLOTTESVILLE Charming cottage, beautiful hardwood floors, FP, new kit cabinets & appliances.

New windows, paint. Covered back porch.

Surrounded by mature trees. MUST SEE. Cute!!! MLS# 508419, $215,000.

Glenda Howard, 434.981.0839

RUCKERSVILLE

Gorgeous covered porch overlooks private back yard. New HVAC 2011. Fin bsmnt w/ bar & wet bar. New Full BA. New stamped concrete patio. New floor MBA, new carpet MBR. New Kit floor. MLS# 506849, $272,500. Carol Costanzo, 434.962.1419

WALKER SQUARE

3rd floor w/1 flight of steps to front door. Oversized windows facing North to Main St. ALL appliances convey incl. SS refrigerator, Elec.Range, Microwave, DW, Garbage Disposal, W/D. MLS# 506287, $190,000. Trish Owens, 434.825.5393

FISHERSVILLE

Immaculately detailed home w/lg kit, DR w/trey ceiling, sun room, private den, marble FP mantle. 2 car garage, walk in bsmnt storage. Professionally landscaped. MLS# 505007, $339,000 Kyle Olson, 540.649.4131

434.973.5393 800.793.5393 Charlottesville Westfield

Montague Miller & Co Realtors New to the Market HOLLYMEAD TOWN CENTER

Lux Town Home w/2 car Garage. 3 fin. levels w/fam rm, bright study, full BA on main level. Kit has maple cabinetry & granite counters. Sunroom, Lux MBA, terrace-level bonus rm. MLS# 508428, $267,500. Pat Sury, 434.760.2999

OLD BALLARD FARM

Stately home on 2 acres. High quality custom details. Gourmet kit, marble counters. First floor MA suite, full unfin bsmnt. Built-in bookcases, 2 masonry FPs. MLS# 505114, $895,000. Carter Montague, 434.951.7156

ADVANCE MILLS VILLAGE

Elegant country living in N. Albemarle.

Pretty brick cape cod set on 7.9 acres overlooking Marsh Run. Quality finishes in every room. 3 BR 3 BA w/wrap-around porch. MLS# 506096, $499,000. Joe Porterfield, 434.906.1616

RUCKERSVILLE

3 BR ranch on large level lot in Greene.

Short commute. Lg LR showcases gleaming hrdwd floors. Open kitchen area adjoins DR area. Fenced rear yard, offstreet parking. Sold as is. MLS# 508514, $111,000. Kyle Olson, 540.649.4131

GORDONSVILLE

Spacious one story home. Kit has lots of cabinets & counter space, connects to dining area. LR has gas FP with stone hearth. MA Suite connects to private bath area. Sold As Is. MLS# 505118, $65,000. Kyle Olson, 540.649.4131

12 MILES FROM NGIC/DIA

Million $ Blue Ridge & Old Rag views!

Paved easy access. 1st flr MBR w/deck access. Quartz counters, high wood stove & new HVAC. Det. garage w/wrkshp, upstairs. MLS# 507162, $450,000.

Carol Costanzo, 434.962.1419

STANARDSVILLE 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs. Lg rooms w/hrdwd floors. Kitc has granite, natural gas, farm sink.. Large DR & family room/ parlor. Office on 1st floor. 2 MBRs. MLS# 499105, $339,000. Doug Burke, 996.6791, Barb McMurry, 996.4120

STANARDSVILLE

Newly remodeled on 1.64 acres. Great Rm w/open LR/DR. Vaulted ceiling in MBr, new vinyl windows, new carpet/ vinyl flooring. Eat in kitchen 360 view of Blue Ridge Mtns. MLS# 480779, $99,000. Sal Milione, 434.882.4000

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Open land surrounding this cute country cottage! Over 13 acres part cleared, part wooded. 3 BRs, 1 lg full BA. Porch and landscaped yard. MLS# 504970, $265,000. Rives Bailey, 434.227.4446

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SHENANDOAH CROSSING Enjoy resort amenities when you own a level wooded building lot w/paved access. Horseback riding, indoor/outdoor pools, fishing lake & more. Owner financing w/reasonable terms. O/A. MLS#50212, $19,000. Carla Myrtle, 434.962.8913 GARTH RD Residential land with road frontage in beautiful, highly desirable area. Price below Albemarle Co tax assessment.

West of Lake Albemarle Rd entry. MLS# 502864, $199,000. Yates Nobles, 434.227.4444

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Exceptional value & location 4.5 miles out, beautiful 10 acres of hardwoods and pine. Several building sites, stream on property. Plat and soil information. Priced below assessment.

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Historic property renovated w/ attention to detail. Located near bank, Visitors Cntr, Town Hall. Owner financing possible. Zoned B-1. MLS# 499697, $199,000. Yates Nobles, 434.227.4444

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Hunt Country estate set on 8.9 ac. on outskirts of Orange Co. Greek Revival manor w/grand portico, elegant foyer, formal rooms, lg MA suite, & fin. bsmnt.

5 BRs, 5500 fin sq ft. MLS# 499082, $649,000. Carter Montague, 4962.3419

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Chermont Farm -30 acres w/views across James Rvr valley. 1957 farmhouse, 5stall stable w/bath, heated tack rom, & old winery blding converted to 3 rental apts. MLS# 506465, $439,000. Carter Montague, 434.951.7156

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Second Street Gallery is pleased to present “Decoration/Destruction” its first group exhibition since 2010, featuring the work of Olga Antonova, Laurent Crasté, and Cheryl Pope. Each of the artists included on this exhibition use traditional porcelain vessels as the inspiration for work that ranges from sculpture to painting, photography and video.

“Decoration/Destruction” will be on view at Second Street Gallery, 115 Second Street SE, Charlottesville, from April 5- June 1, 2013. There will be an opening reception for First Fridays, April 5, from 5:30-7:30pm, with an artist talk by Olga Antonova at 6:30pm.

programming designed to meet the needs of Charlottesville’s diverse communities. Learn more at www.TheBridgePAI.org

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C’ville Central is a new business helping small businesses that provide home repair, cleaning, landscaping, and painting have a new way to reach a larger base of residential and commercial clients. Everyone is invited to their launch event Monday, April 8th, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Albemarle County Office Building on McIntire Road.

C’ville Central brings together small, women, and minority owned (SWaM) businesses with residential and commercial clients they may not otherwise reach.

“Our mission is to harness the Bridge PAI Welcomes New region’s economic power and chanDirector nel it to businesses in the CharlotThe Bridge Progressive Arts Initiative tesville region,” say C’ville Central welcomes Matthew Slaats co-founders Toan Nguyas its new Executive Direcen and Betsy Patrick, tor. Slaats brings a wealth who together own C’ville of experience to the poCoffee. sition as a director, curaAt the April 8th event, tor, artist, fundraiser, and Nguyen will discuss the organizer. opportunities C’ville “I couldn’t be more Central offers to qualiexcited,” said Slaats. fied businesses and how “Charlottesville has such they can increase their a vibrant cultural landrevenue as a member of scape, and I have long C’ville Central. SWaM Matthew Slaats admired the Bridge’s business owners are enunique role as a provider of innovative, couraged to come and learn more nontraditional arts programming deabout the opportunities this new vensigned to serve all segments of the ture brings to greater Charlottesville community.” / Albemarle.

The Bridge Progressive Arts InitiaFor more information, contact tive is a small-scale arts nonprofit that toan@cvillecentral.com or (434) 987offers innovative, nontraditional arts 8502.

Grace Race Expands to Include Cornhole and Pancakes Tinkling Spring Presbyterian Church will host the Grace Race+ on Saturday, April 13, with activities starting at 8 a.m. This year, the 4th annual 5K run and walk expands to include a Pancake Breakfast, a Cornhole Tournament, a Silent Auction and plenty of free activities for children and their families.

The Grace Race+ will benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Augusta County/ Waynesboro, the Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center Foundation and the TSPC Youth.

The 5K (3.11 miles) Grace Race begins at 9 a.m. from Tinkling Spring’s campus Fishersville. Racers can register individually or as a three person team and will experience a combination of paved and dirt trails that feature the church’s historic grounds. The 5K will be preceded by a Tot Trot Fun Run for kids at 8:30 a.m.

Throughout the morning, guests can enjoy a Pancake Breakfast prepared by volunteers from the WWWRC Foundation or bid on items in a Silent Auction, including themed gift baskets and a reproduction oak ice box, handcrafted by students at Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center.

At 11 a.m., the competition shifts to a Cornhole Tournament. Players can choose the Competitive Level for a 50/50 split of the registration fees or the For Fun Level to earn bragging rights and gift certificates.

Volunteers from the Boys and Girls Club will be serving lunch during the tournament.

Sponsored by Blue Ride Oral Maxillofacial Surgery and other community businesses, the Grace Race originated as a way to support the church’s youth programs and to encourage volunteer service in the community. TSPC Associate Pastor April Cranford says, “The Grace Race provides our youth opportunities to give back through supporting organizations in financial giving and through learning how these organizations make a positive impact in our community. Youth volunteer at the Grace Race to earn funds to attend summer conferences that enrich their faith and at the Boys and Girls Club prior to the race by assisting younger children with homework and helping prepare a lunch or dinner.”

Tinkling Spring Presbyterian Church is located at 30 Tinkling Spring Drive, Fishersville, VA 22939.

For additional information on the silent auction items, corn hole tournament or to download a 5K Walk/Race Registration at www.tinklingspring.com or call 540-885-0746 ext 11.

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hy do we like to live on or near water?

For many of us the water is a source of recreation in the form of boating, fishing or water skiing.

For others it is a calm and peaceful place to get away from an otherwise busy life.

For still others living on the water is like being on a perpetual vacation.

If you are in the market for a home on the water, you will find many options to choose from in our area from Blue Ridge Shores, the quiet community around Lake Louisa, to the larger waterfront neighborhood of Lake Monticello, to the multitude of different subdivisions around Lake Anna. Those who want a more rustic experience may be fortunate enough to find property on one of the local rivers, although that can be a more difficult proposition. In general river front acreage is more difficult to find and is often much more expensive than a lakefront property.

Buying a home on the water is a different experience from buying one in a more conventional subdivision. For that reason buyers should research all the choices ahead of time so they know what to look for and what questions to ask. A buyer who only wants a quiet spot with a view may choose a very different

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Like other types of property, the waterfront market appears to be on the rebound.

“We’re still coming off the off season,” said Greg Isaac, with Long and Foster Realtors, a Lake Anna specialist, “but March looks good so far.” He went on to explain that sales are up this year in general and they have more homes under contract than at the same time last year.

Libby Sandridge, with Lake Anna Island Realty, agrees. “We are seeing an uptick in the market, “ she said.

The year has gotten off to a good start and she is very busy...a good sign of things to come. Sandridge works the Lake Anna market and also assists buyers and sellers at nearby Lake Louisa.

that “there never seems to be a shortage of waterfront buyers. You can have someone sitting out there for years waiting on the perfect waterfront home and they may walk in the door and want to purchase a particular waterfront listing that day.”

The market for rural properties with river frontage or private lakes is also looking up. Rick Walden, with Virginia Estates, currently has several buyers who want to take advantage of a substantial drop in price on one of his listings, a multi-million dollar estate property on the James River near Lynchburg. Another rural listing on a 19-acre private lake received multiple bids after it had been on the market for less than two weeks.

Waterfront Buyers Wilson said she often gets referrals from buyers who send their friends and relatives, and often they decide to buy after they come first for vacation. She bought her own home at Lake Monticello after visiting her parents who had purchased a home there in the 1980s. Eventually she relocated from Massachusetts where she was living at the time and has been here ever since.

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The market also looks good at Lake Monticello. Vicki Wilson, Principal Broker/Owner of Monticello Country Realtors, said that “inventory is low at the moment.” Current prices range from $349,000 for a waterfront condo to $689,500 for a large single family home.

Keith Smith, with Roy Wheeler Realty, another Lake Monticello specialist, said that there has been a shift in the market in the last three to four months resulting in an inventory shortage. A house near where he lives in Lake Monticello was priced right for the location and sold in just twelve hours. He cautioned, however, that a similar floor plan just a block away may not sell for as much or as quickly... the market is that specialized.

The homes that are doing the best are the ones on the water or on the golf course, Smith continued. He emphasized that the local nature of the current market makes it imperative for buyers and sellers to work with agents from the area who understand these street-to-street variations in values.

Patsy Strong, Principal Broker with Strong Team Realtors, is also upbeat about the strength of the waterfront market, citing one of her recent listings at Lake Monticello that went under contract in just two days. The good news for sellers, said Strong, is

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Regardless of your particular needs, if a waterfront property is in your future, it is best to work with a REALTOR® who is knowledgeable both about this type of property and about the local homeowners associations as the latter will govern the ways in which you can use and enjoy both your property and the water it is near.

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Like a lot of people who are drawn to the water, Wilson grew up on a lake.

In her case the lake was North of Chicago and she remembers ice-skating there when she was a child. “Many ask if Lake Monticello ever freezes,” she said. “It does not.”

“Retirees are typical waterfront buyers,” said Smith, especially since the dollar value of these homes puts them out of reach for most first timers.

Smith, and his wife Yonna, also works with move up buyers who commute to Charlottesville or elsewhere for work, as well as others who are looking for a second home.

Retirees also like Lake Anna, Isaac said, as do “people in their 30s or early 40s with young families looking for a second home.” He stressed that a big part of Lake Anna’s popularity is its proximity to urban centers such as northern Virginia, Fredericksburg, Richmond and Charlottesville.

Recent commercial development in the Lake Anna area has brought conveniences such as grocery stores, restaurants and strip malls. Asian food is now available including a sushi bar and there is a crab house with delicious food and live music. These additions to the area make it much more livable and

give people something to do in the evenings, adding to its value, Isaac said.

For some buyers, the water is critical but is not itself the main feature.

Peter Lee, with Roy Wheeler Realty, described a 100-acre riverfront listing he once had that came with a lot of flat or bottomland. Building is prohibited on bottomland because of the potential for flooding and for most buyers, that part of the property has limited value. In one instance, though, the bottomland had a lot of appeal for a buyer who was part of an amateur soccer organization because its flatness made it a good playing field. The land ultimately sold to a family that had horses and viewed the flat, bottomland as a great place to ride.

Buying Waterfront Property In many respects buying a waterfront property is just like buying any other home. It is important to find a home and floor plan that suits your lifestyle, and you will need to have all of the same inspections done as part of your purchase process.

There are some special considerations however, when it comes to buying some waterfront homes. At Lake Anna there are hundreds of communities each with its own set of

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Water skis and boards are allowed, but jet skis are strictly prohibited.

Still another question is whether the property is actually waterfront or just has a water view. As an example, some of the properties at Lake Monticello are actually on coves that may be only a couple of feet deep, Smith said. You may have a view of the lake from one of these locations but you definitely can’t launch a boat.

All of these communities also have many homes with water access, but which do not actually front on the water.

People who live in these homes can still enjoy the water and associated activities but can’t access it from their own yard.

There are special considerations for people who want to live on the James River. Lee cautions that if you want easy access to the water, find property on the south side since on the north side there will always be a train track separating you from the river. The track was built on the towpath that was in use when the river

The waterfront lifestyle can be life changing. According to Strong “the only thing buyers should be aware of when purchasing a waterfront home is how it might change their entire lives. I have seen it over and over again,” she said. “Buyers purchase a waterfront home for weekend use then they start extending their weekends and working there on Fridays and Mondays, and eventually I run into them in the store in the middle of the week.”

Invariably, she continued, they confide that they have made the move to the water permanent...“and they are always smiling when they say it.”

Strong believes that living on the water can change your perspective and let you recognize what is really important. “It is no longer just a house you live in. A waterfront home becomes a place for family and friends to gather, share good times and make lasting memories.”

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

GREENE MOUNTAIN LAKE LAKE HOUSE! Hard to find in our area. Waterfront home, vacant & ready for new owners to enjoy beautiful Greene Mt Lake - one of the prettiest lakes in the area. Sunny eat-in kitchen & adjoining deck have spectacular water views. 1st Floor Master & 2 other BRs on main level - 4th BR possibility in fin. basement. Ideal summer or year-round home.

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covenants and restrictions impacting how you may enjoy the water. In addition, the lake touches on three counties—Spotsylvania, Louisa and Orange—all of which have their own set of regulations and their own separate school systems. If Lake Anna is where you want to settle, find a local agent, Sandridge said, who is familiar with the differences between the communities and counties and can help you find the location that best meets your needs.

There’s another reason to work with a local agent, Sandridge continued.

Since many waterfront homes are second homes, owners may be away from them for weeks at a time and may have need to call on their agent for help meanwhile. If the roof springs a leak or the hot water heater needs to be repaired or replaced, it’s good to have an agent who is willing to open the house or oversee the repair.

There are also issues to be aware of concerning the water itself such as: How deep is it? Is it navigable? How much footage is available, and is it enough to accommodate your boat if you have one? What kind of bulkhead or dock are you allowed to have? It also helps to know about any restrictions.

Jet ski enthusiasts who move to Lake Louisa are likely to be disappointed.

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BlandEmar Farm EstatEs - the setting is exceptional with bold mountain views, beautiful streams and hardwood forest and lovely open pasture land. andrew middleditch, 9811410.

stunning Blue ridge & Wintergreen mtn. views from this spacious well crafted & maintained home filled w/ amenities. conveniently located with easy access to amenities of Wintergreen, charlottesville & uva. $429,000 charlotte dammann (434)9811250 #496288

mElrosE-historic home, circa 1813, meticulously restored and enlarged, beautiful features, excellent condition. 110 ac. farm near James river, several outbuildings. a great value at $1,75,000. call Jim Faulconer, 434-981-0076. mls# 506839

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stonE hill-magnificent 5 Br home, superbly built and maintained, 21 ac. near Free union, panoramic Blue ridge view! traditional home surrounded by expertly designed gardens, stone walls. call Jim Faulconer, 434-981-0076. mls #507074

ivY - Quality 5,600+ fin. sq.ft. custom home on gorgeous rural setting, 42+ private acres, pond, streams, 1 mile of hiking trails - all within 8 miles of uva. $1,960,000. mls #505441. steve mclean (434) 981-1863.

Just two blocks from charlottesville’s downtown mall and adjacent to mcguffey school of art and mcguffey Park. mcguffey hill condo with two bedrooms and two baths, in beautiful condition. all new kitchen appliances, hardwood floors, two balconies. off street covered parking. $365,000. Elizabethfeilmatthews@gmail.com 434-2842105 mls# 505640

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roBin hill-a close in ivy estate on 4+ acres with a 5 Br, 3.5 Ba brick manor house. on exceptionally well landscaped grounds complete with heated pool, pool house, separate 4-car garage and large barn. the residence features high ceilings, 4 fireplaces, very spacious and well-proportioned rooms and abundant architectural details. appointment only. offered at $1,050,000 tim michel (434)960-1124

kEsWick countrY cluB-spectacular new residence on golf course, PricEd to sEll!!! 10,000 total square feet (7,794 finished), superb quality and craftsmanship, stone and stucco, slate roof, high ceilings, exceptional features: huge gourmet kitchen, spacious main level master suite, two family rooms, bonus room, much more. Priced below tax assessment: $1,695,000. Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076 #506259t

the only available lakE FrontagE lot in greene mountain lake! lovely 0.42 acre lot, perfect site to build in greene co. only minutes from the town of stanardsville, and an easy drive to shopping outlets, nearby cities. Priced to sell at $89,000. call Will Faulconer (434) 987-9455. mls#500364

stony Point. like new. hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, two fireplaces, 3 bedrooms, bonus bedroom/office, 2.5 baths, upgrades include: new hvac, new roof, whole-house-generator, fenced yard, extensive decking. mls 502746. $264,000. call Elizabeth Feil matthews, 1-434-284-2105

Zions crossroads, louisa-6 acre site, multibuilding warehouse/manufacturing complex with various tenants, Plus plan for new additional free standing 26,000 office warehouse. classic 1031 potential. investor/user. $96,900 in annual rent roll from existing buildings! $999,999 #481537 tim michel (434)960-1124

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doWntoWn classic. gracious 4Br brick residence, superb location just off Park street within walking distance to downtown mall. this charming home is quality-built with well-proportioned rooms, large unfinished basement, detached 1-car garage, private fenced-in backyard. $765,000 steve mclean (434)981-1863 mls#499564

Well loved, comfortable cape cod home off Profitt road in northern albemarle. this 3 Br, 2.5 Ba home is ready to move-in and priced to sell quickly. owner has done significant and expensive upgrades. Enjoy the wonderful, private yard from the large screened porch. $299,900 tim michel (434)960-1124. mls#508391

EnJoY lakE FrontagE, FrontagE on mEchum’s rivEr & exceptional privacy from over 13 mostly wooded acres in Western albemarle! Well-maintained 3Br/2.5Ba contemporary-style residence. gorgeous views & superb location! $765,000 steve mclean (434)981-1863 #497264

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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.

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EnJoY YEar-round BluE ridgE viEWs from this beautifully maintained 4,131+/- finished sq.ft. residence nestled on 9.82+/ acres approximately 12 minutes west of charlottesville. 4 Br, 4 Ba, formal & informal spaces, 3-car garage & gorgeous Blue ridge views in winter. murray/ henley/Western albemarle school districts. $595,000. mls #496068 steve mclean (434) 295-1131 ofc/981-1863 cell.

ivY oaks - wonderful 4 bedroom house privately situated on 2 acres in ivy. minutes west of the city limits, convenient to schools, shopping $449,000. charlotte dammann (434)981-1250 #486644

FrEE union – historic Federal residence, c. 1800, on 157 protected and private acres. Elegant and charming home recently enlarged, completely modernized, and surrounded by a complement of buildings: 2 Br guest cottage, 1.5 story restored log cabin, large 3 level barn with garage, equipment and personal storage, plus workshop. With beautiful landscaping and mountain views, hidden springs is a splendid estate offering. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076. mls#508112

to BE Built - Exquisite farmhouse-style residence, designed by dalgliesh gilpin Paxton architects, set on 37+ acres w/unparalleled pastoral & mountain views at Bundoran Farm. stunning 1st-floor master wing, soaring ceilings & attractive, high-quality finishes throughout.

10-15 minutes south of charlottesville & uva. $3,995,000. mls #505875 steve mclean (434) 295-1131.

immaculatE condition - 3 Br brick home, just south of town, on 1.27 acres, almost level yard, in “like-new” condition. $369,000. mls#498687. call Jim Faulconer (434) 981 0076

BuFFalo lodgE - Wonderful country home with charm and character. 10’ ceilings, spacious halls (5’ wide), sunroom, pool. mountain views. lots of privacy. 2-car detached garage, stable with water and power. meriwetherlewis/henley/Western albemarle. $545,000. steve mclean (434)9811863 #505944

ivY - immaculate move in condition & exceptional finishes .great pastoral and mountain views. traditional stucco 4Br home built on 3.339 acres in a terrific ivy neighborhood (old Ballard Farm) near meriwether lewis Elementary school. $839,000 tim michel (434)960-1124 mls#508071

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“Woodville” c. 1892 -lovely country estate in a pristine park like setting of over 21 acres in southern albemarle. very private setting with mountain views room for horses. andrew middleditch, (434)981-1410. #504165

thimBlE Farm - gorgeous pastoral & mountain views from over 36 private acres, only 10 minutes west of charlottesville. handsome 1.5-story tommy craven designed brick home, built c. 1949, pool, guesthouse, barn, tenant cottage, garages & other outbuildings, pond, stream. $2,450,000. mls #503708 steve mclean (434) 295-1131.

shEEP crEEk Farm - spectacular mountain retreat situated on 96 acres adjacent to the Blue ridge Parkway & Peaks of otter. gorgeous contemporary custom residence w/ multi-level decks overlooking a wonderful mnt. spring creek. andrew middleditch (434)981-1410 or charlotte dammann (434)981-1250.

EdgEhill, circa 1893, is a spacious, comfortable antique home loaded with charming features, situated on a high knoll with panoramic pasture and mountain views. only 1 mile to lovingston & us29! Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076

ivY vallEY-superb and spacious 6 Br brick georgian; over 11,000 sq/ft offering quality construction, moderate technology; finished with beautiful materials and details; Blue ridge views and mintues to town. Well priced at $1,695,000. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076.

sWEEPing BluE ridgE mtn viEWs - Quality-built 10,000+ sq.ft. residence nestled on over 44 park-like acres, 20 miles north of charlottesville. Bright open floorplan, soaring ceilings, superb architectural details, wine cellar, theater room & indoor swimming pool. $2,995,000. steve mclean (434) 981-1863. mls #504229

colthurst Farm - Beautiful architect designed home on just over 3 ac. offers privacy & gorgeous mountain views, all within minutes west of charlottesville! Wonderful open floor, large flat yard area, beautiful landscaping, huge stone terrace area. $1,100,000 steve mclean (434)981-1863 mls#506327

BluE sPrings – over 21 gently rolling acres with superb 6,700+ finished sq.ft. residence, minutes west of charlottesville. magnificent 6 Br home, 1st & 2nd floor master bedroom suites, gracious rooms, soaring ceilings, stone fireplace, wine room. Excellent for outdoor entertaining with pool, hot tub, gazebo. lush pastures, 3-board fencing, barn/stables. $1,295,000. mls #507550 steve mclean (434) 295-1131.

raggEd mountain Farm - unBEliEvaBlE valuE! stately Federalstyle residence w/over 6,900 sq.ft. on 3+ acres in ivy. 1st & 2nd floor master suites, 2-story family room, breathtaking chef’s kitchen. magnificent Blue ridge & ragged mtn. views. superb quality & excellent attention to detail! $1,595,000. mls #506311 steve mclean (434) 295-1131.

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• HB 1868 First-time home buyers savings accounts to purchase a home, • HB 1807 Issuance of disclosure packets to property owner associations and condominiums tracking owner-occupancy, • HB 1480 Giving the real estate board authority to hear fair-housing violations, • HB 2222 Applying laws enacted in 2012 concerning appraisal management companies’ work with commercial appraisals in addition to residential.

An additional item, addressed by the GA, was Gov. Bob McDonnell’s plan for transportation infrastructure funding for roads, bridges and rail service.

Of the five bills to be reviewed by legislators, only HB1868 did not pass and was for follow up in the 2014 GA session.

It is estimated that the remaining bills will benefit homeowners in Central Virginia. “[They are] clarifying the roles and responsibilities of everyone involved in a real estate transaction,” said Neil Williamson, of the Free Enterprise Forum, a privately-funded public-policy organization that focuses on local government within Louisa, Greene, Fluvanna, Nelson and Albemarle counties plus the city of Charlottesville.

Williamson said FEF is a pro-business entity seeking to provide balance between business and environmental issues concerning land usage.

The most important policy concerning homeowners, REALTORS®, buyers and sellers, appears to be the historic passage of McDonnell’s transportation plan, because it is the first significant and sustainable allocation of new funding for transportation infrastructure in a generation.

“It is the first significant transportation funding bill since 1986,” said Williamson. “The gas tax, a fixed amount tax that didn’t take into account inflation, was set then. This new legislation,

based on current economic projections for Virginia, will generate over $800 million in new revenue annually.”

According to Percy Montague of Montague Miller & Co. Realtors, Virginia needed a multi-faceted approach to appropriating funds to address the state’s transportation issues.

“People are going further on less gas, and with the old method being tied strictly to the tax being a per gallon tax, appropriations needed fine tuning,” he said.

The Virginia Association of Realtors sent a group of representatives to Richmond on Crossover Day, the day when bills move from one house of the General Assembly to the other, This year it was on Feb. 14.

“Everyone talks about roads and no one wants to pay for them. VAR went en masse to show a high level of interest,” said Bill May of ERA Bill May Realty. “We sent a strong, clear message.”

VAR, said May, considers itself defenders of private property rights and homeownership, and as part of its responsibility to that ideal, consideration just naturally fell to following legislation on roads.

“The new bill is an economic conduit to support community and a way to fund it,” May said.

According to the Virginia’s Road to the Future online at www.varoadtothefuture.virginia.gov, the Governor’s 2013 Transportation Funding and Reform package will: • Change the 17.5-cents per-gallon gasoline tax to a 3.5-percent tax.

• Convert the wholesale tax on diesel fuel to 6 percent.

• Increase the state sales tax from 5 percent to 6 percent and raise the motor vehicle sales tax from 3 percent to 4.3 percent.

• Institute a $100 annual license tax for electric and alternative fuel vehicles.

• Allow a 0.7 percent sales tax increase in Hampton Roads and Northern Virginia to fund transportation projects there.

“It might not be perfect, but it’s a start in the right direction,” said Montague. “Fuel taxes will be at the wholesale level.”

“But people will not see it at the pump though,” said May. “All people will see is gas prices going up or down like they see now.”

Regarding the first time homebuyers savings account, Virginia residents will have to wait until the next legislative session, said Williamson, due to HB1868 being referred to the GA Housing Committee from the 2013 session.

Lenders are concerned about administration of said accounts and are engaged with the committee to discuss the issues.

“It is possible that it could fail,” said Williamson. “Because it needs to be reentered next session, VAR and its lobbyists will work to move the bill forward.”

Montague said the bill, HB 1868, was designed like a Roth IRA for homeowners, but lenders didn’t want a lot of extra paperwork. In essence,

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The 2013 Virginia General Assembly session has been very busy with legislation concerning the real estate industry, specifically addressing the following issues:

homeowners will be able to set up an account, to be used strictly for a home down payment and closing fees on the purchase transaction. Deposits to the account will not be pre-tax as with an IRA. “But the income [interest] will grow tax free,” Montague said.

The public hasn’t heard much about this house bill because it hasn’t come out as the VAR had wanted, said May. “We’re swimming upstream on that one.”

The remaining researched House bills 1807, 1480 and 2222, all directly or indirectly affect real estate buyers and sellers, said Montague.

HB 1807 concerns information on owner-occupied units of a propertyowners’ or condominium’s association and getting it to homebuyers in a timely fashion in order to determine possible FHA financing with a 3.5 percent down payment or outside funding with anywhere from 20- to 30-percent down. Such a percentage could preclude many people from purchasing a home.

“FHA financing is the life blood of the real estate industry,” said May. “Buyers can’t qualify if there are too many non-owner occupied units.”

HB 1480 concerns fair housing violations made by real estate licensees and which regulatory board covers complaints and says that if a licensee is involved in a violation, said incident will be handled by a real estate board rather than a fair housing authority board, which would cover incidents involving unlicensed sales representation.

Finally HB 2222 now requires commercial appraisers of appraisal management companies be licensed in addition to residential appraisers. This bill provides that unqualified appraisals will no longer be done.

“They must obtain a level of education to obtain licensure,” said Williamson. “Out of state lenders don’t know what they don’t know,” on the concerning factors of appraisals in the local area.

“These bills help improve transparency and clarify jurisdiction on handling issues,” said Williamson. “I believe understandable, well-defined laws help everyone, the REALTORS®, buyers and sellers.”

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SUPERB ALL BRICK COLONIAL features a grand tree-lined drive and picturesque country setting. Two master suites, a large bonus room and 9’ ceilings create a grand and spacious feel. Truly a grand and unique offering! $399,000. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550.

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EXCITING QUAD LEVEL DESIGN with all new windows, hardwood and ceramic flooring, vanity in powder room. 2 bedroom suites, situated for privacy on separate levels with separate baths. Delightful screened area overlooking courtyard. Huge attic for storage, stackable washer/dryer conveys. Walk to tennis & community pool. $184,000. Simone Kerber Alley, 760-0076.

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CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME to be built at Lake Louisa!

YOU complete the design on this chalet-style home with full walkout basement, granite counters, stainless appliances, 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths. Let us show you how enjoyable creating your own custom home can be! $299,900. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (508233)

56+ ACRES IN FREE UNION Albemarle County. Build your dream home and have panoramic mountain views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah National Park. The property features pasture, fencing, border creek and 6 division rights. $749,000. Lucy Watkins, 962-5829/589-2611. (508280)

MOUNTAIN PARADISE. Mountainside parcel adjoins National Forest, approx. 270 feet Tye River frontage, your personal trout fishing paradise. Mountain views and only ½ mile to Crabtree Falls. Roadway cut to natural plateau building site at top elevation with stunning panoramic mountain views. $199,000. www.TheChaseTeam.com 296-9860. (508334)

FLUVANNA’S ONLY retirement community for the young at heart. First floor master, stainless steel appliances, cathedral ceilings, sunroom, garage and over 3000 square feet finished. Low monthly fees, maintenance, pool and more. $244,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (508211)

GREAT PRICE for this inviting home on a private, wooded lot, located outside the gated section of Lake Monticello. Open, split bedroom floor plan with updated appliances, gas fireplace and laminate floors is sure to please! $124,500. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (506358)

TRANQUIL. Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain views from every room in this lovely light-filled home. Set on a knoll with 8.5 acres of gently rolling land, the home’s open floor plan with a first floor master lends itself to one level living. The deck, screened-in porch and pool offer indoor/outdoor entertaining spaces. $835,000. Frank Quayle, 951-5100. www.FJQiii@aol.com (498263)

TERRIFIC RANCH with hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, unfinished basement and a get-a-way in the finished bonus room above the detached 2-bay garage/shop.

All of this in a lake community with beach. $229,000. Matthew Woodson, 960-5187 and Rod Brunelle, 760-4663. (503853)

CRAFTSMAN, CUSTOM-BUILT HOME with quality 2x6 construction, solid wood doors, elegant architectural details, great floor plan, & all the upgrades you want. Enjoy the spacious wrap-around front porch on a sunny, corner lot overlooking the park & creek. Built by PEAK BUILDERS. $699,900. www.DeniseRamey.com Denise Ramey 434-9604333. (504941)

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WALK TO THE UNIVERSITY AND DOWNTOWN MALL. This home was substantially rebuilt in the 1980s and enjoys three bedrooms, 1.5 baths and deck overlooking a large level backyard. There is reserved off street parking for two vehicles! $169,000. Zachary McCoy, 806-0990. (507269)

WITH OVER 3000 FINISHED SQ. FT., 5 acres and a great location, this spacious quad-level home has a ton of potential. Recent improvements include refinished hardwood floors, new carpet and tile. Take a look! $284,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550.

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HI SPEED INTERNET, 1764 square foot completely renovated farm cottage with metal roof, 3-4 bedrooms and 2 baths on 3+ acres. New stainless appliances, high value insulation and more. $199,900. Fiona Tustian, 540-661-9089. FionaTustian1@ gmail.com (503307)

TWICE AS NICE and only one owner! Solid all brick rambler has 2 kitchens, 2 laundry rooms, 2 FP, & 2 levels of substantial living space. The finished basement has a separate entrance, making it ideal for an apartment or in-law suite. Private drive, front porch, deck, play set & kennel. Short drive to town! $369,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-2423550. (505952)

GORGEOUS 1/4 acre parcels close to the pool and Old Trail Village area. Parcels offer breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountain views and are predominately open. The best feature, besides the view, is that nothing will be built behind you because parcel backs up to future Albemarle County Park. www.DeniseRamey.com Denise Ramey 434-960-4333. (502873, 74, 77)

UVA DUPLEX. Near Grounds, Hospital and bus line this attractive side-by-side duplex is rented on one side and newly remodeled on the other. Perfect for student housing and investment. Each unit has 4/5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, hardwood floors, and finished basements. Live on one side, income on the other! $399,900. Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995. (504749,872)

QUIET LIVING IN FLUVANNA on almost a one acre lot just 11 miles to I-64! This home features two master bedrooms, an eat-in kitchen, living room with fireplace; full basement with 3rd bedroom option, living area and full bath. No homeowner’s association, NO DUES! $147,000. Anne Lasley Mykich, 9539996/985-7561. (504595)

IMMACULATE 2004 all-brick custom ranch home-on 3+ acre level lot. 10 minutes from NGIC/DIA/UVA Research Park. Loaded w/ upgrades, 5200+ fsf, 5BR/3.5BA and fully finished walk-out basement. Hickory hardwood flooring throughout main level. Custom hickory cabinets, granite & stainless appliances in kitchen. $439,000. Dan Conquest 434-242-8573 dconquest@roywheeler. com (507190)

GREAT PRICE for a beautiful property! Unique Post & Beam w/stone FP, tile flooring and side deck off kitchen to garden area, great spot for a fire pit. Large master bedroom has recessed lighting, tray ceiling, whirlpool tub & separate shower. Property is 1.5 acres, probably the largest lot in the neighborhood. 245,000. www.TammiCampbell.com 985-2348/882-5403. (503924)

cel has commanding mountain and pastoral views. Electric in place and soil perc tested for 4 bedrooms. No subdivision, no HOA. Just privacy and the opportunity to build your dream home. $79,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@ jimbonner.com (501772)

SPRING CREEK! You complete the design on this custom-built

INDIAN SPRINGS NEIGHBORHOOD. Serene WATER VIEWS overlooking fishing lake; Four acre lot with tall hardwoods abuts common picnic area surrounding lake. Drilled well. $225,000. Byrd@ByrdAbbott.com 242-9600. (492605)

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SCLATERS FORD ROAD. This prime 5.5 acre Fluvanna par-

Craftsman-style home on a large established lot. Includes full basement, granite counters, stainless appliances – but you control the final design. Let us show you how enjoyable creating your own custom home can be! $309,500. Maury Atkins 540223-2719. (507260)

ONE LEVEL LIVING AT MILL CREEK! Three bedrooms, two baths, eat-in kitchen, fireplace, mudroom, spacious screenedin porch and large detached 2-car garage. This home was built

by Craig Builders and is convenient to historic downtown Charlottesville, UVa, hospitals and I-64. $269,500. Alex Ix 9515177/962-0509. (507707)

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THIS WELL MAINTAINED AND AFFORDABLE HOME offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large rear deck and screened in side porch. The open floor plan makes this cozy cottage feel roomy and welcoming. $139,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187.

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Lovely 12.14 acre land parcel fronting James River Road in Southern Albemarle County on the road to Howardsville. Great agricultural land (three adjoining parcels available) $99,500 MLS#503486

Beautiful parcel of 21.50 acres in Southern Albemarle currently leased for agriculture. Good mix of open land and hardwood forest (2 adjoining lots available) $178,900 MLS#503488

Extraordinary 70+ acre riverfront estate Extraordinary 70+ acre riverfront estate and horse farm. Beautifully crafted of and horse farm. Beautifully crafted of the finest materials featuring dramatic the finest materials featuring dramatic open floor plan. Indoor and outdoor open floor plan. Indoor and outdoor fireplaces, wine cellar, pool/pool house, fireplaces, wine cellar, pool/pool house, fabulous barn, magnificent 4 acre lake. fabulous barn, magnificent 4 acre lake.

An adjoining lot of 64 acres is available. An adjoining lot of 64 acres is available. $1,995,000 MLS#503318 $1,995,000 MLS#503318

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Within walking distance of all the cultural opportunities historic Charlottesville has to offer! Custom Sears Craftsman home with fine attention to detail. Romantic master bedroom suite with fireplace, private garden and patio. $539,900 MLS#505792

Stately brick manor with Jeffersonian influences on 21 acres 10 minutes from town. Upon custom finishing the home will feature 6 bedrooms, 6 ½ baths with beautiful mountain, pond and rolling pastoral views. Architectural plans included, builders ready to finish to your desires. $685,000. MLS#497369

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PEA RIDGE FARM At the foot of the Blue Ridge, in the Stately brick manor with Jeffersonian heart of the Greenwood estate area, influences on 21 acres 10 minutes from this 137 acres rolls gently, open and town. Upon custom finishing the home wooded, quality 1971 brick home by will feature 6 bedrooms, 6 ½ baths with Cato Powell. Private 2 bdrm cottage beautiful mountain, pond and rolling overlooks the lake. Believe to be 15 pastoral views. Architectural plans division rights. $2,575,000 included, builders ready to finish to MLS# 506942 your desires. $685,000. MLS#497369

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Incredible 4.57 acres (two adjoining Incredible 4.57 acres (two adjoining An exceptional Offering of 10 At the foot of the Blue Ridge, in the lots) of beautiful elevated, hardwood lots)Approved of beautiful elevated, hardwood heart of the Greenwood estate area, Single Family Lots forest privately situated and quietly forest situated and quietly this 137 acres rolls gently, open and with privately water and mountain views tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac on the tucked at the end from of a cul-de-sac wooded, quality 1971 brick home by just a mile the city on of the grounds of the grand Keswick Estate. grounds of the grand Keswick Estate.

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Private 2 bdrm cottage Charlottesville. Walk to PVCC. Under assessment at $325,000 ea.

Under assessment at $325,000 ea. overlooks the lake. Believe to be 15 Assessed over 1.2M Offered MLS#496155 MLS#496155 division rights. $2,575,000 $695,000 MLS# 506942

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Beautifully maintained home on .59 acre near the Mountain Inn. This home has 2 bedrooms plus a 3rd loft bedroom. High ceilings and lots of natural light makes this home a must see for under $250K. Open floor plan with a charming cottage feel.

Kitchen and bathrooms updated in 2009, roof and gutters replaced recently. This home is in great shape with wonderful landscaping. $249,900. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. (508028)

Ski-out 2 bed condo, center of Wintergreen village.

Ground level unit means you can ski off your deck to the slopes just 20 yards away. Walk to yearround Mountain Village festivals, performing arts, dining & shops. Renovated with updated kitchen, baths, and excellent furnishings. $215,000.

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3213 North Ridge Condo Attractively updated end unit with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, on one level. Updated flooring and elegant furnishings.

Ground level access off the deck to grassy area. Short walk to Spa-Aquatics-Fitness Center, Devils Knob Tennis & Golf. $198,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (508360)

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Fantastic open f loor plan w/ soaring ceilings & views of gorge & mountains beyond. Shows beautifully w/ wood f loors, stone fireplace, exposed beams, walk-in shower, whirlpool tubs & large covered back deck. Spacious gourmet kitchen w/ stainless, granite & solid hickory cabinets has excellent layout open to whole main f loor. Master suites on both levels. Second family room has fireplace and wetbar w/ fridge. $629,000. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. (508246)

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This classic timber frame Lindal Cedar chalet is perfect for the family that wants to be a short distance from the upper village amenities. Great open floor plan with lots of natural light. Floor to ceiling arched stone fireplace, exposed cedar ceilings, wood floors both upstairs and down, including bedrooms. Soaring vaulted ceilings with custom window features bring the light indoors. Quality features include, stainless steel appliances, dual heat pumps, oversized soaking tub, granite countertops. $449,900. Call Rod Phillips 434987-6399. (508030)

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800 Laurelwood

1002 Blue Ridge Drive

Only $49,000 for this nice lot overlooking Shamokin Springs Nature Preserve at wintergreen. Quiet area yet convenient to amenities ie golf, hiking, skiing and more!

Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 Owner financing available. (MLS 494295)

This cozy one bedroom condo is in the heart of the resort. Walk to ski, The Market, shops and dining. Warm up in front of your fireplace and enjoy winter views. Furnished and ready for ski season. $80,000. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399.

Like New Inside, completely renovated! This Seven (7) Bedroom & Eight (8) bath home offers Three-level mountain living. Perfect for Rental Program! Great for Multiple Owners! Enjoy a short walk to the private “Property Owners Only� Chestnut Springs Pool & Pavilion. Surrounded by woods in a quiet rustic setting.

New appliances, counter tops and hardwood f loors. $549,800. Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498. (503988)

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1634 Overlook Mesmerizing views from this beautiful End villa, with wide open layout, spacious wrap-around deck & Private stairs to grass. Newer Refrigerator, DW, water heater & Heat pump. Hardiplank siding & Central AC. Fully furnished. $239,500.

Contact Dawn at 800-417-1890, Dawn.Perusse@ mris.com (508370)

11 Cedar Drive Great value in this well maintained, cozy furnished three bedroom vacation home. New windows, new flooring, large wrap around deck and lots of charm in this getaway at Wintergreen. Nice stone wood burning fireplace where you can warm after a brisk hike or a day on the slopes.

Level driveway, good location just off prestigious Devils Knob Loop. $255,000. Listed by Steve Marianella, 434566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (504238)

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1925 High Ridge Place NO STEPS to access these panoramic views from this furnished 3 bedroom, 3 full bath end unit condo! Ready to enjoy the fall colors or the upcoming ski season at Wintergreen, this condo complex has elevators and recent exterior renovations. Family room has wood burning fireplace, large wraparound deck, full kitchen.$450,000.

Listed by Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol. com (503945)

326 Laurel Springs Drive

702 Laurelwood

One of the best golf views at Wintergreen! This 4 bedroom post and beam vacation home overlooks Devils Knob holes 7,8 and 9. Nice hardwood floors, custom windows and wood burning floor to ceiling stone fireplace highlight this gem. Level paved driveway. Only $399,500, call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 or smsales1@aol.com.

(495116)

Formerly a 1 bedroom unit, the owner transformed space into a 2nd bedroom complete with a bunk bed! New flooring in kitchen and bath 2010. Easy walk to skiing and Mountain Inn. Recently replaced stove, fridge, heat pump, dishwasher. $89,000!

Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (479168)

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