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A gracious estate like property beautifully set on a sweeping lawn. A rear brick terrace overlooks a koi pond. First floor master suite features a vaulted ceiling. The kitchen opens to the breakfast room with a bay window. The family room opens to a charming sun room. A circular paved drive accesses both the attached and detached garages that offer an unfinished room and car lift. $699,000
RIDGETOP DRIVE
Excellent condition! This home is set on a quiet street. 5 bedrooms with 4 1/2 baths and a 2 car garage. Open kitchen design. Large Bay window in dining room. Great room featueres vaulted ceilings. Masters on first floor and second floor. Lovely sun room. Full basement that is partially finished. $559,900
CALL SHARON Over 25 years of Real Estate experience. email: callsharon.today@yahoo.com cell: 434.981.7200
OLD TRAIL DRIVE
1 story brick home with a deep sitting porch and lovely back patio. 3 bedrooms with optional 4th on main level. An eat in kitchen opens to a gracious family room with gas fireplace and crown molding. Beautiful 6 ‘ Castilian walnut floors. Large master suite with walk in closet and tray ceiling. Full, walk out terrace level includes: family room, full bath, exercise room as well as plenty of storage. Multiple green features. $664,000
EARLYSVILLE FOREST DRIVE
Gracious family living in a terrific location. Large lot with paved access to garage and lower level pad site with 30-amps. First level master suite with access to walkout deck with spa. Kitchen with eat-in breakfast nook. The upstairs has 2 bedrooms, bathroom and finished bonus room; all with new carpet. Lower level dependency is complete with: master, kitchen and family room with gas fireplace. Access to back patio and landscaped backyard. $733,800
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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Close to EVERYTHING: shopping, dining, schools and lovely park. Gorgeous renovated kitchen, hardwood floors and first floor bedroom. Lovingly maintained with freshly painted interior and new carpet upstairs. Fantastic storage. Move right in and own for less than rent! HMS home warranty conveys. $299,000. Caroline Revercomb, 434-9811893. (547316) Hosting Agent: Caroline Revercomb Directions: From Stonefield Shops, Hydraulic Road. Northwest to RIGHT onto Whitewood Rd. to RIGHT into Oak Forest. Follow signs!
LOOKING FOR A HOME with a workshop? You’ve found it! This split bedroom rancher features 3BR/2BA and an amazingly private fenced backyard with a detached 672 sq. ft. workshop/garage & a sep. storage cottage. This home is spacious both inside & out. Vaulted LR w/wood-burning FP, screened porch, paved drive. $185,000. www.GerriRussell.com 434-531-9581. (572883) Hosting Agent: Katelyn Mancini Directions: From Cville, 64E, Keswick Exit, right onto Black Cat Road, cross Rt. 250, right onto South Boston, right onto Lake Monticello Rd., Left into the lake, right onto Jefferson, house on right.
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The Crawford House Rare opportunity to own a circa 1810 Georgian-style, brick, two-over-two that has been fully reconstructed and expanded to provide old-world charm with all of the modern-day efficiencies and luxuries. Perfectly sited with mountain views, incredible privacy and the serenity of the 6-acre plus estate. And it includes a charming, connected guest cottage and garage/workshop. Features vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, 4 fireplaces, gourmet kitchen with custom cherry cabinets and quartz counters, master suite with his/her walk-in closets and luxurious bath, den and/or library, home office, loggia or garden room with view of grounds and patio. Premier construction with 2 x 6 walls, copper roof, climate-controlled crawl and attic, and new dual-fuel, 3-zone HVAC. Minutes to Stoney Creek amenities, Nellysford, restaurants, breweries, cideries and wineries. Just 30 minutes to Charlottesville! $799,000
(800) 361-5155 • (434) 361-2440 www.MountainAreaRealty.com 2788 Rockfish Valley Highway • Nellysford, VA 22958
123 Walk Around Lane, Roseland, Virginia 3% Broker Participation offered to qualifying Agents 1st Floor: 1,175 sf - Kitchen, Family Room w/ Fireplace, Dining Room, Laundry, Half Bath, Office/Library and Master Bedroom w/ (Master Bath) 2nd Floor: 1,175 sf - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths 3rd Floor: 200 sf - Widows Walk Basement: 1,369 sf - Finished walk out basement with 1 Bedroom, 1 bath, Family Room, Partial Kitchen and storage areas
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3 BEDS. 2 BATHS. 1764 FINSQFT. 280 UNFINSQFT. ON .29/ACRE
3 BEDS. 2 BATHS. 1607 FINSQFT. 420 UNFINSQFT. ON .28/ACRE
This Vaulted Split-BR Rancher Is The Perfect Home For Those Who Desire Low-Maintenance Living in a Great Location. Just Blocks From Lake Monticello’s Main Beach-ClubhousePool-Park, This Home Features Vaulted Ceilings, Hardwoods, Open Kitchen w/Breakfast Nook,Spacious Vaulted Master w/Bay Window Seating/Storage & Walk-in, Bonus Rm(could be 4th BR or Craft Rm) & Garage. Fenced Backyard, Circular Paved Driveway, Bay Windows in 2 BRs, Trane HVAC 2011, Roof 2012, Water Heater 2014, & Landscaped!! $198,500
Location-Location-Location! This Vaulted Split-BR Rancher Has The Perfect Location For Those Who Fully Want To Enjoy All Of Fun At Lake Monticello—Walk Over To The Clubhouse For Dining & Daily Activities-Main Swimming Beach-Pool-Tennis, & Playgrounds! Home features Lovely Hardwoods, Naturally Bright Interior w/Skylights, Spacious Kitchen w/Tray Ceiling & Center Island, 42” Cabinets, Spacious Greatroom w/FP, Vaulted Master w/Whirlpool & Shower, Back Deck, & Garage! $224,500
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Welcome To One Of The Most Beautiful Homes In Spring Creek —Features Open Greatroom w/FP & Handscraped Hardwoods, Gorgeous Morning Rm w/Stunning Window Display, Tiled Kitchen w/SS Appl, Formal DR, Vaulted Master w/Sitting/Office Area, Spacious BRs, & Fin. Basement w/FamRm-BA-Storage. Plus, Level Homesite w/Stamped Concrete Patio, Garage, Paved Drive, & Beautifully Landscaped $365,000
Waterfront w/125-ft of Prime Waterfrontage. New Bulkhead - Oversized Dock - Deck the length of entire home, Gorgeous Water Views From Every Window! Stunning 5 BR (each with attached bath)-3.5 BA Renovated Rancher. Just Steps From Lake Monticello’s Main Beach, Pool & Clubhouse/Dining. Home Features 2 custom stone FPs, Hardwoods, Cathedral Ceilings, Split-BR Design, Spacious Master w/waterviews and attached tiled bath w/Deep Whirlpool & Shower, Open Kitchen w/ upgraded cabinets, center prep island, pantry and skylight, Main level laundry, Family Rm with amazing water views, Skylights, Dual zone HVAC, 2 car Carport Garage, Boat Storage, Easy Walk to Water. Perfect Spot To Unwind & Enjoy A Luxurious Waterfront Lifestyle! $545,000
HOMES WE SOLD IN MARCH
WE NEED MORE HOMES 11 Rassawek Ct. - $203,000
308 Starcrest Circle - Mill Creek - $352,500
4 Ashcake Terrace - $209,000
115 Taylor Ridge Way - Taylor Ridge $445,000
49 Dogleg Rd. - $259,900 53 Bolling Circle - Waterfront - $350,500
71 Blue Bell Lane - Broken Island - $450,000
417 Taylor Ridge Way - Taylor Ridge $465,000 12 Landslide Ct. - Waterfront - $775,000 Plus - We Have 12 Homes Pending
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4 bedroom, 3 bath, brick built home 5 rolling acres, attached garage, paved drive Hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, HVAC Finished basement provides over 3,148 sf Sheds, shops and outbuildings Vacant and early closing possible
Water View only $239,500
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One Level Living With Pond View 3 Bed, 2 Ba., Split Bedroom Plan Another Quality Build by MVC Homes West River Meadows, No HOA, No Water Bills 20 Mi to Cville, 6 Mi to FluCo, Schools Close to Shop & Dine, MLS#573706, Ready May 2018
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$224,900
Ruckersville area
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434.985.0021 21708 James Madison Hwy Troy Va 22974 ZION CROSSROADS
434-960-0414
Recently remodeled with upgrades in every room! 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, 1,710 finished sq. ft. New kitchen with Granite, Stainless, & Bamboo New master bath with floor to ceiling tiled shower New gorgeous Bamboo floors on main level Fenced yard, rear deck, storage shed & much more!
8 miles to Nelson Co High School $150,000
Candice van der Linde
434-981-8730
• 4BR, 1BA, 10.08 acres • 1 bedroom w/ Solarium & Private Balcony with Mountain Views • Large Enclosed Porch w/HUGE pantry & laundry room • Ready for addition if desired • New Windows, roof, HVAC • 4 Division Rights Possible
$199,900
Beautiful Acreage
• Albemarle County Area of Fine Homes • 21 Acres 26 Acres 47 Acres $126,000 $139,000 $249,000 • Convenient to Charlottesville - A Perfect Place to Build in 2018. South of the City Near Carter’s Bridge • Hardwood Trees, Year Round Murphy Creek, NO HOA HERE! • A Great Combination of Land, Location & Price - Perfect Family Compound
Lake Monticello
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407 FARMVIEW RD $359,000
Roger Voisinet
Albemarle County
434-326-7593
$155,000
Pat Burns 434-465-4444 • 3 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 2 Acres • Deck • New Paint, Carpet, Windows, etc.
Fluvanna County
3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, on 1.0 acre 1,080 fin. sq. ft., 1,080 unfin. sq. ft. Beautiful hardwood floors on main level Wood burning fireplace in living room Full unfinished basement with wood stove Fluvanna County, MLS #564202
434-981-1076
• FARM COLONY-working farm, 5+ acres w/barns/ pastures for your animals, incl horses • Its SE exposure captures sun in the winter while minimizing summer heat • Hdwd floors, acid etched decorative floors, 2nd story deck, & earth tone lime plaster • Views of the VA rolling countryside fall thru spring
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Gordonsville Gates Premium Cul-de-sac Lot Brick 4 Bed 3.5 Baths 0.5 Acre with Private Wooded Views New Appliances 2018 Offered at $355,000
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A local, woman-owned brokerage firm, helmed by one of Central Virginia’s top residential real estate agents, begins a new chapter in business. The Sasha Farmer Team is now opening as Story House Real Estate, founded on the belief that every home—and every buyer and seller—has a unique story to tell. “We really try to listen to our clients’ stories, their dreams and goals,” said owner and team leader Sasha Farmer. No real estate transaction is quite the same as the one written before, and the dedicated professionals at Story House pay attention to every detail. Their standard is to deliver more than what clients expect from a real estate company. They have curated a 6-person team to cater to their clients. One story that won’t be rewritten at Story House is the team’s mission statement to “always aim to delight and surprise our clients with the highest level of customized service.” “Story House Real Estate is an extremely responsive team that builds their client relationships to be part business, part friendship, and part family,” said client Shannon Kontalonis. “It shows when they fight aggressively and knowledgeably on behalf of their customers, or they send you birthday treats in the mail, or they get to know your housing needs so well that they follow up on them years later. While it seems most agents get into the business for autonomy and income, the Story House team truly wants to make their clients happy, improve lives, and invest in the Charlottesville community.” Client Megan Cronk said, “Selling our home with the Sasha Farmer team was not only simple and seamless but also was an absolute pleasure. We will be forever grateful that we chose them to sell our house, not only because of
their flawless approach but because the end result surpassed our expectations.” “We will be recommending the Sasha Farmer team to anyone who desires a professional and approachable real estate team with the passion and persistence to find their forever home in the heart of Virginia,” Cronk said. Local home buyers consistently rank Farmer as one of the Best Real Estate Agents in Charlottesville in reader polls by the C-ville Weekly and the Daily Progress. Farmer, an international real estate speaker and coach, has been recognized by REALTOR® magazine as one of the Top 30 REALTORS® Under 30, Inmans Top 101 Real Estate Influencers in the Nation, and by Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® as Sales Associate of the Year. Story House will continue the Sasha Farmer Team’s affiliation with Montague, Miller & Company REALTORS, sharing resources and knowledge to better serve their clients. “This is an amazing and innovative opportunity for the two companies to work together to meet the demands of each,” Farmer said. “To be able to continue my role in coaching and growing a large company of agents alongside my mentors, all while catering my own firm to the changing demands of the real estate market, is truly a win for us both. I commend Montague Miller for the willingness to craft something new in a market based on constant change.” With the launch of Story House, Farmer and her team look forward to helping new clients write the next chapter of their own stories. “With every new contact we receive, a page is being turned,” said Farmer. “Whether it is the new home buyer, just beginning one of the most exciting chapters in their lives, or the retiree moving into the last chapter of homeownership and downsizing, we cherish the opportunity to be part of their journey.” Farmer invites Central Virginia home buyers and sellers to start their next sto-
Advisory: This show contains explicit, sexual and sacrilegious content by both humans and puppets. HAND TO GOD performance dates and times: Preview - Thursday, April 12 at 8:00 p.m. Friday, April 13 at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, April 14 at 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 20 at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at 8:00 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 25 at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 27 at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, April 28 at 8:00 p.m. Sunday, April 29 at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 2 at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 4 at 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 6 at 2:00 p.m.
What’s Happening in Town? HAND TO GOD Opens at Live Arts April 13, 2018 HAND TO GOD is the small, funny, and irreverent play that rocked the New York theatre scene in 2015 when it won the OBIE for best play and went on to receive five Tony Award nominations. Now it is premiering in Central Virginia at Live Arts. The play has been described as The Exorcist meets Avenue Q. It is a hysterical journey to the basement of a church in Cypress Texas, where Jason, a painfully shy, mild-mannered kid joins his mother Margery’s Christian Puppet Ministry. Jason’s alter ego, Tyrone, is a foul-mouthed, independent, and diabolically funny puppet who has other plans for his human. While the main relationship of the play is between a boy and his demon-possessed puppet, director Cristan Keighley says, “what speaks to me is that HAND TO GOD is [also] about a woman trying desperately to fill a void.” What, in HAND TO GOD, will fill that void? Keighley says, “love.” Producing Artistic Director, Bree Luck, says, “HAND TO GOD is one of the funniest, most honest plays I’ve read, and this team is bringing on the belly laughs up close and personal.” Also, she continues, “If comedy is the most efficient way to take on the more challenging aspects of being human, and I think it is, then HAND TO GOD is a fast train to grappling with some of life’s hardest issues.” HAND TO GOD is the fifth play in Live Arts’ 27th season.
TICKET INFORMATION: Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for students & seniors and may be purchased online at livearts.org or by calling the Live Arts Box Office at 434-977-4177 x 123. ABOUT LIVE ARTS: Live Arts, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization, is located at 123 East Water Street in Downtown Charlottesville. Founded in 1990, Live Arts has been forging volunteer-driven community theater for over 27 years. Live Arts is supported in part by a grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts, and by the financial support of hundreds of theater lovers in our community. For more information, please contact RAY NEDZEL at ray@livearts.org 434.977.4177
Come laugh with us: The BridgeLine Hosts Its Sixth Annual Comedy Show Celebrate life in the midst of adversity by laughing together at the BridgeLine’s sixth annual Comedy Show to raise funds for adults with brain injuries. The event is held on Saturday April 28th at C’ville Coffee, 1201 Harris Street, Charlottesville, VA 22903. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and the show will start at 7:30; cover-charge is $20 in advance online and $25 at the door. Tina Giorgi is a crowd-pleasing intelligent comedienne. Reviewers refer to her performance as “comedy with a brain.” She is a favorite act in major clubs across the country and a constant performer in New York City and Las Vegas. Will Marfori doesn’t allow cerebral palsy to keep him from entertaining audiences.
man’s quest to save an islet. The festival is a natural extension of Wild Virginia’s work to inspire people to act on behalf of the environment. While preserving and supporting the complexity, diversity and stability of natural ecosystems, Wild Virginia enhances connectivity, water quality and climate in the forests, mountains, and waters of Virginia. Through education and advocacy, they get residents hiking in our wild places and mobilize them to affect policymakers!
Join Wild Virginia when they host the Wild and Scenic Film Festival ‘On Tour’ at the Violet Crown on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is a collection of films from the annual festival held the third week of January in Nevada City, CA which is now in its 16th year! Wild & Scenic focuses on films that speak to the environmental concerns and celebrations of our planet. “Films featured at Wild & Scenic showcase frontline activism and stunning cinematography,” says On Tour Manager, Johan Ehde. “Our changing Earth is at the forefront of conversations nationally and globally. Now, more than ever, it is imperative that individuals propel the groundswell of the environmental movement. Collectively, we CAN make a difference! ” The Wild & Scenic Film Festival was started by the watershed advocacy group, the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL) in 2003. The festival’s namesake is in celebration of SYRCL’s landmark victory to receive “Wild & Scenic” status for 39 miles of the South Yuba River in 1999. The five-day event features over 150 award-winning films and welcomes over 100 guest speakers, celebrities, and activists who bring
Date: April 25, 2018 Time: Doors open at 6 p.m. and shows start at 7 p.m. Location: Violet Crown, 200 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 Ticket Prices: $15 - $25 Tickets can be purchased at www. wildvirginia.org. For more information: Contact Misty Boos, info@wildvirginia.org
National Expert to Join Virginia Institute of Autism Panel at Tom Tom Festival April 11th Discussion Focuses on Creating Employment for Adults with Autism The Virginia Institute of Autism (VIA) is pleased to announce that a rep-
resentative from national advocacy organization Autism Speaks will appear on VIA’s community panel at the TOM TOM Festival April 11th. David Kearon is Autism Speaks’ Director of Adult Services. He will be appearing in the Community Workshop: Using Microenterprise to Provide Employment for Adults with Autism on April 11th at 6:30 p.m. in CitySpace. The panel focuses on an innovative program under development at VIA called VIAble Ventures. The program will create small, self-sustaining businesses designed to turn the unique skills, abilities and interests of people with autism into fulfilling vocational opportunities. Underemployment and lack of funding for adults with autism are significant challenges. “As we start to spread the word about VIAble Ventures, and really roll up our sleeves to deal with the issue of adult employment, we’re excited to have David on the panel to bring a national perspective to the work we’re doing.” said VIA Executive Director Ethan Long. Joining Kearon and Long on the panel will be Jason Brewster, Program Director of the business incubator i.Lab at UVA to discuss neurodiversity in the workforce, and Dr. Micah Mazurek of the UVA Curry School of Education, to discuss outcomes and employment for adults with autism. Tickets for the panel are free, but require registration for the free TOM TOM Festival Pass available through the Festival’s ticketing site at http:// sched.co/EFM4. The Virginia Institute of Autism is a non-profit organization providing effective, evidence-based services and support for people with autism and their families. For more information, visit www.viaschool.org. n
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a human face to the environmental movement. The home festival kicks off the international tour to over 170 communities around the globe, allowing SYRCL to share their success as an environmental group with other organizations. The festival is building a network of grassroots organizations connected by a common goal of using film to inspire activism. With the support of National Partners: Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, CLIF Bar, EarthJustice, Klean Kanteen, Peak Design and Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, the festival can reach an even larger audience. Featured at the tour event in Charlottesville, Wild Virginia will share films that explore the wildlife effects of building a wall along the US / Mexico border, a mother of four deciding to turn off the screens and enjoy nature, protecting the Appalachian Trail, and a
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He proves that being funny is about what one thinks and that physical limitations cannot slow that down. You may have seen Will on the Late Late Show recently with Craig Ferguson!!! Lars Tiffany, UVA Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach will join us for a pre-show meet and greet. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere: an out-of-control car, a slippery sidewalk, an accident in the playing field. It takes but an instant for a person’s whole world to be turned inside out by a brain injury. The BridgeLine, a local non-profit organization, provides services for people with brain injuries through residential and day services. The approach is to support individuals and their immediate families by enriching their lives and fostering independence emphasizing community integration and personal fulfillment.
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English Country-style home, circa 2007, with 8,800 sq. ft. overlooking 6-acre pond to the Blue Ridge Mtns. Private 42 acres, breathtaking setting—all just minutes from town! MLS#556879 $3,485,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863
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273-acre farming estate in Madison County, base of Blue Ridge Mountains. Spectacular home with many improvements in a magnificent setting. Visit: www. thechimneysfarm.com MLS#554020 $3,900,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076
EDNAM FOREST
251-acre farm overlooking the James River with Blue Ridge Mtn. views. 3,600+ square foot main house with pool, charming guest cottage, barns and outbuildings. Under conservation easement. MLS#573170 $2,150,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863
Immaculate and tastefully renovated home on one of the largest lots in Ednam. Highlights include 1st-floor master suite and striking stone fireplace in great room.MLS#573305 $1,345,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863 CAAR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY WWW.CAAR.COM
Tucked in a quiet and peaceful setting down a delightfully tree-lined lane is this attractive, three story clapboard house. First floor master suite, five additional bedrooms, house, built in 2000, can easily handle large gatherings or simply a few by one of six fireplaces. 10’ ceilings, spacious rooms, and excellent quality are several of the numerous features of the home. All on 91 gently rolling acres, great views, stream. MLS#574119 $2,395,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
TOTIER HILLS FARM
Exquisite brick mansion, superb quality construction and features, 98 gently rolling acres, total privacy, stream, pond. 5 minutes to shops, 15 miles to UVA. www.totierhillsfarm.com $2,975,000 MLS#571634 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076
GARTHFIELD LANE
5 MILES WEST OFF GARTH-Brick Georgian over 6,500 square feet under roof, 3.74 private acres, loaded with quality features, Western School District. MLS#571537 $975,000. Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076
BELLEVUE
Circa 1769, 8,200 sq. ft., formal gardens, mountain views, 145± acres, full equestrian facilities, 2 cottages. National Historic Registry. Visit: www.albemarleva. com MLS#537630 $3,800,000 Andrew Middleditch 434.981.1410
FOX RIDGE
Enjoy expansive views of nearby lake & Southwest Mountains from this spacious, meticulous & comfortable 5 bedroom brick residence in the heart of Keswick on 21 acres. Easy main level living with walkout lower level. Many special features & details including geothermal HVAC. Ten minutes to shopping & all Charlottesville has to offer. MLS#572756 $995,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250
FLORDON
4 bedroom Colonial gem in the heart of Ivy. Kitchen, family room with fireplace, living and dining rooms, den, study, 3 full baths, screen porch and garage on 1.5 acres. Western schools, very close in. MLS#573411 $729,000 Tim Michel 434.960.1124
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Superbly built, 4-bedroom, post-and-beam contemporary on 21, mostly wooded, private acres with panoramic Blue Ridge views. Beautiful kitchen, huge windows, vaulted ceilings, and main-level master. MLS#572058 $1,575,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076
EAGLE VIEW CIRCLE
Exceptional privacy and views of the Rockfish Valley from this 28-acre retreat with a 2-bedroom home on top of the Blue Ridge! Less than 3 miles from I-64, and steps from the Appalachian Trail. MLS#560945 $799,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863
BLENHEIM ROAD
Modern log home on private 22,58 acres, vintage 1900’s logs with contemporary plan, new stone fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, main level master, 4,418 finished square feet. Many special features. MLS#568186 $1,175,000 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455
TAYLOR CREEK ROAD
Picturesque 134 acres mountain property in Heards, that climbs from the road to the top of the mountain. Good road frontage, creek, great access, internal road network in place for easy access. MLS#572750 $450,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863
MILLHOUSE DRIVE
Near NGIC, 4,000 finished square feet, over 5,000 square feet under roof. Many superb details: hardwood floors, granite, top-of-the-line appliances, high ceilings, on 3.67 acres. MLS#574247 $649,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076
LANCASTER PROPERTY
Across from Walnut Creek Park. Great opportunity! 168 acres of rolling open land and mountain land with views and privacy. Easy drive to Charlottesville and the University of Virginia. MLS#555121 $695,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250
KESWICK ESTATE
Exceptional 2.35-acre lot (Lot 2, Club Drive) on the first fairway of the Full Cry Golf Course in Keswick Estate. Beautiful views of the course, lake, and distant Southwest Mountains. MLS# 555968 $445,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863
GAZEBO COURT
One bedroom home in Branchlands with living room, dining room, kitchen, bath w/stack washer/dryer. No steps! Freshly painted & carpet professionally cleaned. New heat pump, water heater, stove & more. MLS#574250 $162,000. Betsy Swett, 249-2922.
LAKELAND
Masterfully crafted home in a private setting features a great room with stone fireplace, high-end kitchen, two master suites, office and sun porch. Minutes from amenities and convenient to Charlottesville. MLS#558791 $595,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250
KESWICK CLUB
5-6 bedroom, brick home, superb lot on first fairway, golf and mountain views. Close to Club, many great features, home in very good condition. MLS#571628 $875,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076
UNIVERSITY AREA
Classic 1915 residence designed by Eugene Bradbury & charming cottage a few seconds to the main grounds, hospital and sports complexes. Immaculate condition and privately situated. MLS#574543 $795,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
IRISH ROAD
PRICED TO SELL over 100k below County assessed value! Wonderfully private sanctuary in Southern Albemarle - straight out of an architect & gardener’s dream. 80+ acre farm! $650,000 MLS#574131 Will Faulconer 434-987-9455 or Tim Michel 434-960-1124
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LOUISA BY CELESTE M. SMUCKER
The county is a good choice for couples that have one spouse working in Richmond, the other in Charlottesville. If they live near Zion Crossroads, either can jump on the interstate and be at work quickly. Of course the one working in Charlottesville has the benefit of never having to contend with sun in their eyes as they drive to and from work. Louisa’s relaxed pace of life is attractive whether buyers choose to live on a scattered lot in the country or move into a neighborhood like Spring Creek, a gated community with an award winning golf course or Forest View that features beautiful old trees and acreplus home sites. “I work in Charlottesville but quickly realized I did not want to live there. Spring Creek is perfect as we are between Charlottesville and Richmond (great for shopping), and also have some conveniences right outside our gates (Wal-Mart, Sheets, Lowe’s). Still we feel we are out of the hustle and bustle and honestly feel we have the best of both worlds—country life but
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Covington - A Horse Lovers Paradise Trails!!!
Peace & tranquility abounds down this private paved street. Close to 64, 15 min. to short pump, 10 mins to Goochland, 40 mins to Chville. 1st floor master, open floor plan, & FP. Lots of windows. Full unfin. basement, att. 1 car + Det 4 car garage (power & water). HVAC, Electrical, kitchen, 2 baths, wood floors & appl. updated. MLS#572161, $445,000
Large landscaped corner lot on a cul de sac. Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, detailed trim work. Hardwood floors, gas FP. Gourmet kitchen w/cherry cabinets & granite counters. Luxurious 1st flr master suite w/dual walk in closets, soaking tub or sep. shower. 3 add’l BR on 2nd floor, fin. basement(rec room, built-in shelves, recessed lights & guest suite w/ BA). Gated, golf course community, club house, pool, gym, 15 mins to Cville.
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f the benefits of a rural lifestyle appeal, but you also want to live close-in to enjoy the many amenities of town, then Louisa County could be the perfect choice. Known as a place where residents can see stars at night, Louisa is blessed with a vibrant economy and central location with easy access to Charlottesville, Richmond and Fredericksburg. And if you are a waterfront or second-home buyer you can find a great deal on your dream home in one of Louisa’s several lakefront communities. History buffs love the local Historical Society’s Sargeant Museum in the Town of Louisa, which is a great place to visit or volunteer a few hours a week. Residents, guests and visitors are also invited to honor Louisa’s history by engaging in a host of activities including the much-anticipated family-friendly Heritage Day—happening this year on Saturday, April 28—for a glimpse of what life in Louisa was like in the years between the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.
Custom, 4BR 2BA updated(new floors, carpets, paint, master BA, FP, LR beams along vaulted ceiling, decking) & on 45 level ac. Great for horses or farm use, some clearing/bush hogging of pasture. Fencing in place w/a few designated pastures. Barn w/stalls & electric. Creek on back part of property. If you are an outdoor enthusiast this wooded lot is a nature lovers paradise. MLS#569325, $425,000
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Bass Lake Estate - 102 ac, w/private 7 ac lake, water front estate w/guest home + adjoining 40 ac parcel. Lake w/island, boat house, pier, sandy beach. Miles of trails. Main home/split design w/3 BR, 2 BA, large master suite, tiled walked in shower, 2 walk-in closets all on 1 level. Hardwood floors, designer kitchen, high ceilings, formal dining, sun rm w/FP, 2 car garage. Guest log home w/tin roof, BR, bath, kitchen, loft, separate utilities, w/water views. Both homes w/ large Trex decks, water views. Heated garage w/hobby rm, studio. Det. 4 vehicle garage,13’ x 45’ RV canopy. Located in Central VA between Richmond & Charlottesville. Electronic gated property, fencing, out buildings, paved drive. MLS#571082, $998,000
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Louisa’s real estate market is hot, with inventory shortages and rising prices, and agents have high expectations for 2018. The 2017 year-end market report showed a 2.7 percent year-over-year increase in Louisa’s closed sales of single family detached homes and a 40 percent increase in sales of attached homes. Median days on the market were down significantly from 93 to 71, while median prices increased from $209 thousand to $222 thousand.
Louisa’s Lifestyle Homebuyers who choose Louisa for its central location and rural living opportunities will find many other reasons to like living there.
with the conveniences,” said a recent Spring Creek buyer. Charlene Easter with Spring Creek Realty shared how much one of her buyers enjoys living in Louisa explaining that they love the community but also appreciate that “quiet time is always nearby, especially to enjoy the wide variety of birds.” “Louisa has some great vets,” said Olivia Ryan with Valere Real Estate in Mineral. She has noticed that just as parents choose to locate near good schools, pet lovers want to be near veterinarians and other resources like pet sitters and pet walking areas all available in Louisa.
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Ryan is also enthusiastic about the number of unique eating establishments in the county. She referenced Pomme in Gordonsville that features “Upmarket French cuisine and an extensive wine list served in a cozy setting with a charming patio.” Alternatively there is Tavern on the Rail east of Mineral that offers “upscale yet relaxed dining” in an 1837 building that is a Nationally Registered Historic Landmark. Tavern on the Green at Spring Creek is another popular choice for dining out that is easily accessible from the interstate. The full service restaurant and bar with WIFI overlooks the lake and the 18th green. Vineyards are popular these days and Louisa County has its share. A quick Google search will uncover a list of locations where visitors and residents can sample the stock and attend festivals and events. Valere noted that Cooper Vineyards, which is a mile from her house, is known for its wines as well as its LEED certified “green” construction.
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Terrific Home Prices, Low Taxes and Other Amenities Homebuyers who have been shopping in Albemarle or Charlottesville may be surprised at what they can save by locating a little further out. One Louisa resident with a Pantops-area job likes the ease of the commute, having moved there from a big city. She also couldn’t be happier with the great deals she got both price-wise and property tax-wise compared to living closer in. And she isn’t the only one. A Spring Creek buyer explained that while Western Albemarle was appealing, they picked Louisa because, “it was a better value for our dollar.” For other buyers moving from big cities, it is the lifestyle free of congestion with access to good health care that makes Louisa a top choice. Buyers also like Louisa’s proximity to DC, the mountains, and the beach, plus its easy access to universities in both Charlottesville and Richmond. And if you are a telecommuter or someone who works from home you can count on the availability of high speed internet across the county, said James Dickerson with Charlottesville Solutions. Thanks to active commercial development in Zion Crossroads, Louisa residents can find much of what they need nearby saving trips to town. Lowe’s and Walmart are popular spots also attracting people from the east end of Charlottesville who want to avoid the city’s congestion. Louisa residents also love the new and growing 5th Street Station, where
they can shop at Wegmans and a host of other stores, have lunch, or enjoy a movie just a short drive from home.
Celebrate Louisa’s History Once part of Hanover County, Louisa became its own entity in 1742 when it had enough families to justify a courthouse. The County is named after the youngest daughter of King George II of England and Queen Caroline, and enjoys a rich history on display at the Historical Society’s Sargeant Museum located in the town of Louisa. History enthusiasts curious about their property’s past can consult maps of land grants dating to as early as 1720 and perhaps discover who lived on their land prior to the Civil War. Visitors can also learn about historic figures such as Patrick Henry who practiced law in Louisa and represented the county in the House of Burgesses. Significant events are also chronicled there such as the Battle of Trevilian Station, the largest cavalry battle of the Civil War, fought in Louisa in June of 1864. There is more to history than learning about important happenings and famous people, however, which is why the Historical Society sponsors events like the annual Heritage Day that is all about what daily life was like in the early 1800s before the Civil War. The free function features living history demonstrations from craftspeople such as woodworkers, weavers, hearth cooks, herbalists demonstrating natural dyeing, and gardeners. Native American basket weavers from Maymont in Richmond will be showing off their craft as will spinners sent by the Fluvanna Historical Society. Did you ever have questions about the manly art of dueling? Heritage Day is your chance to learn more and see a demonstration by duelists from Pennsylvania. Or visit Trevilian School and see an 1800s school marm in action. Harnessing demonstrations by the Old Dominion Draft Horse and Mule Association will give a flavor of the importance of animals during this time period and visitors can also observe the arts of blacksmithing and horse wrangling. Heritage day will have special interactive kids events like making corn shuck dolls, weaving bracelets and baskets, and spinning and carding wool. Riding a barrel train and playing period games are also on the schedule for the day. The festival draws hundreds of people from as close as Charlottesville and as far away as DC, Richmond and Fredericksburg. Mark your calendar for Saturday April 28 from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. (rain or shine) on the grounds
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Great opportunity to live in north downtown! Charming home built in 1953. Light-filled living room and dining room with hardwood floors. Built in bookcases. Home offers a screened porch, wine room and a 1 car garage in basement. Lovely large corner lot with opportunity to expand. $399,900
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Over 25 years of Real Estate experience. email: callsharon.today@yahoo.com cell: 434.981.7200 Charming property in pristine condition, all on one level with great privacy. Newly painted throughout and brand new carpeting Cathedral ceilings, gas fireplace and furnace, plenty of storage space inside and out. Good access shops, restaurants, airport and medical facilities. Amenities include swimming pools, tennis and miles of walking trails. Maintenance taken care of by HOA, so relax and enjoy. MLS# 574284 $229,900
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An easy walk to the Downtown Mall and Wegmans with good access to Rt 64. Three finished levels with large fenced in back yard, professionally landscaped. Lots of extras include hardwood floors, ceramic tile, finished walk out basement with rec r4oom and office. . Large deck looks out over woods and stream. Three bedrooms and 2.5 baths.$289,000.
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EARLYSVILLE Gracious family living with finished dependency. Terrific location on large mostly level lot, paved access to lower level, pad site 30-amps. First level Master bedroom/bath, great room, walk out porch with Spa. Second level 2 bedrooms, finished bonus room, full bath. Lower dependency complete Master bedroom/bath, full island kitchen, family, rec and combination room. Perfect for home school and/or elder family members. MLS#573855 $733,800 Mark Mascotte| 434.825.8610|email:markmascotte@gmail.com 503 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville VA 22903 www.mcleanfaulconer.com
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Magnificent home on 3 ac & between 2 fairways of the Tanyard Golf Community in Louisa. Stunning custom kitchen, spacious first floor owner’s suite, + 4 additional BR and 5.5 BA. Custom built home offers quality throughout - double wall ovens & gas range w/grill, SubZero refrigerator, solid cherry cabinetry & granite countertops. Built in cabinetry in Dining Room, stone FP in Family Room, gorgeous ceramic and hardwood floors. Covered front and back soapstone porches make this a must to see. MLS #570809 $750,000
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of the Sargeant Museum at 214 Fredericksburg Avenue in the town of Louisa. Admission is free. Visit the Louisa County Historical Society website for more details.
Louisa’s Real Estate Market Agents are excited about this year’s market that got off to a good start and is expected to continue to be strong. Dickerson said they are seeing activity in all sectors of the Louisa market from first timers to retirees. Many of the latter are Boomers now retiring and downsizing, while others, still working, are buying homes to enjoy on weekends and eventually to live in after retirement. Millennials moving out of rental properties and into home ownership are another active group, many of them first time buyers. Often the high cost of land and building materials puts new construction out of reach for first timers. In Louisa, though, they will find affordable new home options and can take advantage of the USDA Rural Housing Loan that offers 100 percent financing. And it’s not unusual for first time buyers to find a house on a couple of acres and still have mortgage payments that are less than what they pay to rent, Dickerson said.
Ryan noted that Louisa’s spring market is characterized by “early, early activity” that “translates across the board.” She is pleased to see properties selling close in to activity centers like Zion Crossroads, but also those that are “miles from things.” People come from all over to live in Louisa, Ryan continued adding that her clients include everyone from young people to retirees. In some in-
stances the retirees are also very young such as some “tech-folks” who retired at age 36. She also sees beneficiaries of corporate buy-outs that are given a nice package to retire early.
New Construction New homes are popular these days and builders are busy in Louisa as they are elsewhere in our region. Many like the friendliness of neighborhoods like Spring Creek, but building on scat-
tered lots is a popular option said Diane Miller with Long & Foster - Lake Monticello. She added that there is “a lot of building going on” in Louisa in general. Those who like the idea of a gated community with a golf course that regularly ranks high on lists of best public courses nationally and statewide should definitely check out new home options in Spring Creek. While single family homes predominate, villa homes are also available and very popular. David Boisvert, Sales Manager for Atlantic Builders, one of Spring Creek’s featured builders advised that their villa homes sold out within 15 months of the time his company started to build there. Fortunately for villa lovers, Stanley Martin Homes recently began building their own models at Spring Creek. Homebuyers there can also access individual garden plots and enjoy neighborhood gatherings around a community fire pit. Are you longing for a quiet rural lifestyle with privacy and easy access to town? If so, talk to your agent about Louisa, but be prepared to act quickly, as inventory is low and the well-priced homes don’t last. n Celeste Smucker is a writer and blogger who lives near Charlottesville.
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130 CHAMPIONS POINTE TERRACE Architecturally authentic craftsman style home filled with many features from energy efficient Trane 2 zone HVAC to tankless water heater to furniture grade, dovetailed, slow close kitchen cabinets and H2O softening system. Enjoy the wooded views from the privacy of the screened porch. OPEN FLOOR PLAN with gorgeous hardwood floors, granite counters, gas fireplace and cooking. MLS#571839, $389,000 Spring Creek features top ranked golf course, 24-hour gated security, clubhouse with bar and restaurant, sports club with a pool, fitness, tennis, basketball and miles of walking/biking trails. 15 min. to C’ville & 35 min to Short Pump/Richmond area. Established street (no noisy new construction!) Close to shopping and services.
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Attn FTHB! Near the town of Louisa. Beautiful one level, brick ranch w/Brand New HVAC & Central Air incl air ducts. Newer roof, water heater & windows. Hdwd floors, formal dining & large eat in kitchen w/lots of cabinets & counter space + breakfast bar. Large, level lot w/storage shed & garden spot. Paved drive. MLS#572831, $159,000
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1-level, all brick w/3 BR, 2.5 BA, large eat-in kit, formal dining, oversized living rm, renovated master BA, bright sunroom, Gas log FP + oversized 2 car garage. Move-in ready. Shed w/ phone/electrical svc. Lennox 2.5 ton heat pump ‘09 & water heater/roof ‘12. Huge 2.01 ac lot in a country setting w/scenic mtn views & short drive to Stanardsville. 1-yr home warranty up to $600 offered. Agent related to seller. MLS#569369, $290,000
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One Level “Resort like” living in 4 BD, 4 BA home w/1st floor Owner’s Suite w/walk-in shower. Huge gourmet kitchen, Breakfast Room, Great Room, Home Office, finished Terrace Level, oversized Trexx Deck & Stamped Patio. 2nd floor has open Loft, two BD, Full BA, storage. Finished Terrace Level ideal for guests, in-laws or an independent teenager! Elegantly appointed & meticulously maintained w/lots of light & hardwood floors. 573085 $399,000
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LOOKING FOR MOUNTAIN VIEWS and low maintenance living? This sparkling Weather Hill townhome has it all. The 3 stories with a walkout on lower level has lots of possibilities. Main level features an open floor plan with tons of light, gas FP with built ins and hardwood floors. Close to downtown Crozet, library, restaurants, shopping. $299,000. Bevin Cetta Boisvert, 434-996-8633. (574212)
BEAUTY AND QUALITY in this well-maintained, one-level living home. All brick construction offering 3BR/2.5BA, large eat-in kitchen, formal dining rm, oversized living rm, renovated master bath, bright sunroom and oversized 2 car garage. Huge 2.01 acre lot for endless outdoor possibilities. Country setting with mountain views and short drive to Stanardsville. $290,000. Kathryn Bentley, 434-989-6769. (569369)
BEAUTIFULLY CRAFTED by Rinehart Homes, this custom-built, brick residence has a contemporary flair with a multitude of windows allowing natural light. Situated on a private lot in Dunlora, features include hardwood floors, formal living & dining rooms, & 2-story great room with gas FP. Main floor master suite with French doors to new, private deck. $548,500. Steve White, 434-242-8355. (574206)
BEAUTIFUL CONDO on the 18th fairway of Devil's Knob Golf Course! Low energy costs due to this being a mid-level unit. This condo has never been rented and is in pristine condition as it was lovingly cared for by the 15 year owners. Short walk to The Wintergarden Pool and Spa, Devil's Grill, and The Nature Foundation. $69,900. Gavin Sherwood, 434962-0226. (560887)
WELL-MAINTAINED RANCH HOME in Greene Mountain Lake. This home offers 1696 fsf with 3BR/2BA. Large rec room is bright & inviting w/cathedral ceilings. Property boasts covered front porch, private grilling deck and patio. Expansive back yard is fenced and oversized 2 car attached garage. Heat pump recently replaced. $235,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (572775)
GREAT VALUE HOME in convenient location. Home offers 4BR/2BA. Main level laundry, eat-in kitchen and full unfinished basement. Full covered front porch and rear deck. Just minutes to schools and town of Stanardsville. Updated windows, recent vinyl siding and roof replacements. $175,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (568387)
PERFECT SETTING WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS for possible new home (or two), and with the acreage, farm animals and/or logging possibilities. Great location, close to RT 29, Shopping and Massanutten Resort. $120,000. Tammi Campbell, 434-882-5403 and Tom Linkous, 434-531-3262. (567506)
SINGLE FAMILY CUSTOM BRICK HOME built in 2015. Fenced yard with large, equipped workshop and Log Cabin Entertainment compound. Excellent family home with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths on 3.38 acres only 20 minutes to Charlottesville. It is a MUST SEE with a motivated seller. $419,900. Karen S. Dowell, 434531-6948. (571679)
STONE'S THROW TO MAIN BEACH at Lake Monticello! Well-built, move-in ready custom home w/finished walk-out basement. 3BR/3.5BA, 1st floor owner's suite w/bay window, 2 nicely sized BR's on 2nd floor, + poss. 4th BR in finished basement. Bright & sunny kitchen, breakfast nook w/access to full length deck. $209,500. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (571450)
LOCATED ON ROLLING ROAD SOUTH in Fluvanna. One level three bedroom, 1.5 bath home on 1+ acres. Extensive decking surrounds the above ground pool. New, extra-large garage/ shop and new paved drive. $169,500. JimBonner.com 434-951-5102. jim@ jimbonner.com (569114)
TO BE BUILT MONTVALE PLAN by Atlantic Builders. 4BR/3.5BA w/2392 fin. sq. ft. on full basement. Hardwood in foyer, tile surrounds in all baths, 42” maple cabinets, granite, SS appliances and 9 foot ceilings. Spring Creek features a top ranked golf course, clubhouse w/bar & restaurant, sports club with pool, fitness center, tennis, basketball and walking trails. $324,900. Bevin Cetta Boisvert, 434996-8633. (564265)
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UPDATED ONE-LEVEL HOME with gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain views. Short commute to NGIC, DIA and Hollymead Town Center. New heat pump, new windows, all new kitchen with granite and stainless appliances and a beautiful new 1st-floor master suite! Complete list of updates available. $324,999. Lance Hoover, 434-989-4187. (574096)
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GREAT GOLF COURSE LOT convenient to pro shop, restaurants and exit to Rt. 600. This house has a new heat pump, 9 new windows, large window in sunroom, sliding door between the living room and sunroom, hot water tank replaced 2-3 yrs ago and shed roof replaced. Wonderful view of the golf course. Property has wooded area as part of it for extra privacy. $224,000. Bonnie Field, 434-589-2611. (570449)
ALL NEW CARPETS, all fresh paint, wood floor in master bedroom, attached master bath, Bright and clean inside. Lots of room for the children to get fresh air while playing outside. Mature shade trees and spacious yard. All appliances in place convey. $144,900. Tom Linkous, 434-531-3262. (569300)
CUSTOM-BUILT IN 2005. 3BR/3BA, living room w/gas FP, dining room, open kitchen & family room, laundry room, inviting front porch, rear deck for entertaining, wood floors, 2-car garage, 9-foot ceilings. House is light and bright. Conveniently located on a quiet country road. 8-mile drive to towns of Gordonsville and Louisa and only 13 miles to I-64. $333,700. Duke Merrick, 434-962-5658. (572046)
A RARE FIND IN KESWICK! Cobham Cottage remodeled in 2013 features simplicity, elegance & comfort. 3400 sf with 4BR/3.5BA, large master suite w/FP, sophisticated country kitchen. Large sunporch overlooks garden, mature landscaping. Mountain views. Energy efficient systems & mechanicals. Built in 1936 as the Cobham General Store & Post Office. Duke Merrick, 434-9625658. (558631)
CIRCA 1925 THREE OVER THREE plus a Carriage house with loft apartment. Situated on 8/10 of an acre within walking distance of the Downtown Mall. The main house was respectfully renovated in 2005 and 2016 maintaining the character of the era both inside and out. The 1st floor features 9 ft ceiling, pine floors, FP and study/bedroom with builtin bookcases. $755,500. Robert Ramsey, 434-2422280. (568412)
THIS COUNTRY CHARMER on .36 acres has been renovated and is ready for its next owner. Come and enjoy the gleaming hardwood floors, along with the new kitchen, updated bath and light filled rooms. One level with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. $190,000. www.GerriRussell.com 434-531-9581. (571483)
CHARMING SPLIT BEDROOM design home with a large 1 car garage. Perfect-for-entertaining open floor plan. Quality materials and features include hardwood & tiled floors and large fenced in back yard with large deck. Take advantage of all Lake Monticello has to offer including beaches, marina, golf course, club house, sports facilities and more. $195,000. www.GerriRussell.com 434-531-9581. (571792)
BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED in 2015 w/attention paid to every detail. The home was taken to the frame & rebuilt from scratch w/out a single feature being missed including the walls, floors, countertops, appliances, paint, fixtures, lighting, exterior, & chef's kitchen. The Mountain Village, ski slopes, & most resort amenities are only a short walk away. $340,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (568591)
CA. 1893 restored Historic Victorian Manor
AMAZING NEW CONSTRUCTION. Easy living 1-level home with open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, hardwood & ceramic flooring, kitchen with granite counters, SS appliances, master w/walk-in closet, separate tiled shower & soaking tub. Oversized rear deck and covered porch. Walking distance to Greene Hills Country Club. $325,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (568155)
ONE OF A KIND, generously proportioned, hand-hewn chestnut log cabin, built by renowned, master restorationist, Charles McRaven, a light-filled and charmingly sophisticated take on cabin living. Meticulously decorated and lovingly maintained property. $675,000. Julie Holbrook, 434989-4415 and Bob Bollinger, 434-3058863. (567445)
BIG AND BEAUTIFUL on 5 acres in Earlysville. Light filled, energy efficient home has 5 outdoor decks/patios for enjoying the views. Wonderful circular floor plan. Kitchen remodeled in 2016. Large apartment on terrace level could also be extension of the main living space. Land mostly pasture to accommodate your animals. $575,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (572972)
Home w/addition built in 1998 awaiting new homeowner seeking a character rich home w/ many original features! Gleaming heart pine t/ out. Main level offers formal dining, den, living & great room all with FP's, Kitchen overlooking tranquil backyard. Detached garage with fully furnished apt. $445,000. Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (571708)
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INGLECRESS. Extraordinary home and very private location just minutes from the amenities Charlottesville offers. Extremely well built with many upgrades. Large, open, inviting spaces for family living or entertaining, 2 family rooms and a formal living room; expansive family kitchen, 5BR, 4 full and 2 half baths, 3 FP and beautifully landscaped exterior. $1,295,000. Jane Porter Fogleman, 434-981-1274. (571474)
IMMACULATE AND STYLISH HOME crowns this small horse farm of nearly 19 acres. Made for living indoor and out, the home features gleaming hardwood floors, covered deck, stone FP, 10 ft ceilings and split bedroom design - including a 1st floor master wing. The farm is served by an equally well-maintained barn, run-in shed and board fencing. $695,000. www.GerriRussell.com 434-531-9581. (571862)
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ROOM TO ROAM, almost 250 acres to explore and enjoy, mixture of pasture, hardwoods and pine, well maintained and very private. 3BR/2BA farm house last renovated in the 60's but retaining much of the original (late 1800's) interior trim and character, heart pine floors on both levels. 23 division rights and wonderful mountain views. $1,999,999. Warren Maupin, 434-962-8939. (569856)
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REHOBOTH FARM. The residence boasts 5600 sq. ft. & over 1700 sq. ft. of decking to soak in the Blue Ridge Mtn. views. Gourmet kitchen with soapstone counters, stainless appliances & island. 4BR/5BA, 3 wood burning FP & plentiful storage. 2 car garage with spacious apartment above. 21 acres of rolling hills, fenced pastures, center aisle barn & run-in shed. $1,395,000. Steve White, 434-242-8355. (573628)
FOUND ON A QUIET, country lane yet convenient to the historic town of Louisa, this 67-acre land parcel offers beautiful rolling open land, (currently used for crops) which could be converted into pasture, an area of large mixed hardwoods and a bold stream bordering one side of the land. Abundance of wildlife! Long state road frontage. $244,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (572859)
CONVENIENTLY LOCATED in Albemarle County you will find this recently timbered land waiting for you to build your new home. 36.3+/- acres with 5 division rights and some mountain views. This is an amazing opportunity. $165,000. Betsy M. Watson, 434-249-5995 and Gerri Russell, 434-531-9581. (551634)
WOODED BUILDING LOT with access to community water. Bring your house plans and builder to begin designing your dream home. Established community with easy commute to Charlottesville and shopping. $39,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (574178)
WATERFRONT 10 ACRE PARCEL on Rt. 6 with approximately 370' of frontage on the Rivanna River. Property sits on both sides of Rt. 6 with approx. 2.5 to 3 acres on the north side elevated with a building site and on the south side is the Rivanna River frontage. Convenient to Charlottesville or Richmond area. (another 10 acres is available for $70,000 see mls 550626). $65,000. June Seay, 434-981-9038. (550625)
GREAT BUILDING LOT within a 5 minute walk to the heart of Wintergreen Mountain Village! Easy access to the slopes, The Market, restaurants, and shopping. A perfect place to build your dream mountain home. Let's talk about your design ideas and we can have you home in no time! $25,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (570977)
THIS PROPERTY has a very tempting price considering the mature neighborhood it sits in and the potential view it offers across Albemarle County. There is plenty of nearby shopping in the Lake Monticello area and the commute to Charlottesville is scenic and easy. $114,000. Sandy Stuart, 434-872-3435. (566480)
MOUNTAIN RETREAT or perm residence! Bring your builder or we can refer. 5+ ac with total privacy and abundant wildlife. It is perked for a 3 bedroom home and ready for your building plan. Well is already installed making this a great value. High elevation, wooded and some cleared. $49,500. Fiona Tustian, 540-661-9089. FionaTustian1@gmail.com (530182)
SPECTACULAR 4.26 ACRE PARCEL, located close to Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery. Parcel enjoys dramatic Blue Ridge Mountain views, rolling open pasture. This beautiful parcel has long road frontage along James City Road. $74,500. (3.21 acres also available for $79,500 - see mls 562364). info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (562365)
A SPORTSMANS RETREAT
FRAYS RIDGE ESTATE
Stately Albemarle estate of 21 acres. 9 bedrooms, pool, pond, 6 car garage, 4 kitchens. $2,200,000 MLS#513246
CUSTOM EXECUTIVE HOME
Exquisite home w/ custom detailing throughout. 1st floor master, 3 generously sized bedrooms & ample outdoor living areas. $979,900 MLS # 565879
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Come build your log cabin overlooking the 5 acre lake, near the center of this magnificent 178+ acre property. $495,000 MLS#569558
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OLD ORCHARD
DOWNSIZE TO THE COUNTRY
Located on Rolling Rd, Fluvanna. 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA on 1+ acres. Extensive decking surrounding above ground pool. $169,500 MLS#569114
MAPLE COTTAGE
c. 1940 Adorable country cottage, located in Albemarle County, at the edge of Scottsville. $189,500 MLS#571181
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Circa 1850, Excellent value of 74 acres in Scottsville. Vintage dependencies, new horse barn with indoor pool. $795,000 MLS#564151
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Extraordinary home c 1850 on 16+ AC. Classic finishes, vaulted ceilings, above garage apt. & rolling pastures in a private setting. $499,000 MLS#555704
EDNAM FOREST Stately brick home on one of the finest elevated & sunny lots in Ednam Forest. Beautifully maintained w/ 4 BR & ample unfinished space.
$1,395,000 MLS#567918
QUANDARY FARM
Circa 1860, 100 AC homestead near Trump & Blenheim Vineyards. Private compound w/ pro sound studio, pond, guest house & cabin. $995,000 MLS#550247
CARTER’S BRIDGE
Immaculate executive home privately situated in the Carters Bridge estate area. Additional acreage available. $849,500 MLS# 569206
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LOCKWOOD FARM - 200 ACRES
Prime, gently rolling farmland near Scottsville. 3 ponds, serviceable barns and equipment shed. $575,000 MLS #550478
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TAYLOR MOUNTAIN FARM
Fabulous, private Ivy building parcel of 19+ acres. Driveway leads to the homesite overlooking a sweeping Mountain View. $365,000 MLS# 570518
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ost of us dread our electric bill after summer’s first hot spell. You might be surprised to learn that air conditioning accounts for about five percent of all the electricity produced in our country, approaching $30 billion annually. Closer to home, air conditioning can contribute as much as 45 percent to your mid-summer energy bill. Here are some proven ways to reduce that cost.
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AC Tips If your unit is more than 15 years old, consider replacing it with a new ENERGY STAR® energy-efficient system. It could greatly reduce your energy consumption and pay for itself in several years. There are less expensive tactics as well. Check your ductwork, particularly looking for dirt streaks at the seams, which often indicate air leaks. Seal them with duct mastic. Ensure your air registers aren’t blocked by furniture, rugs, or toys. Changing your unit’s air filter regularly saves up to 15 percent of AC electric consumption compared to a clogged filter. Experts say it’s not wise to reuse disposable filters because simply vacuuming a filter can compromise its efficiency. A better plan: employ reusable filters that are designed to be washed repeatedly and save money in the long run. Besides, you’ll never be caught without a fresh filter. Set your thermostat at 78 or higher. This reduces energy use while keeping humidity low. For every degree you cool below 78, you increase your energy usage by 3-4 percent. If you’re leaving home for longer than an hour, turn the AC off. It’s a myth that leaving the AC on low uses less energy than cooling down a space that has gained heat in your absence. Setting the thermostat lower when you return doesn’t cool things any faster, either.
Fans There’s a reason those “Casablanca” fans are popular. They don’t just look pretty, they cool things by increasing the “wind chill” in your home. Even on low, so that you hardly notice a fan is wafting the air around, you can raise your thermostat setting 3-4 degrees
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and still be comfortable. Ceiling fans come in many styles these days, from Victorian to modern. Actually any sort of fan that circulates air will serve, but be sure to place table or floor fans away from high traffic areas, young children or pets. Running a whole-house fan in the evening or early morning on days when the outdoor temperature is low can bring in cooler, fresh air and expel hot air from the attic.
Made In The Shade If at all possible, keep your AC unit cool. If it’s in direct sunlight much of the day, provide some sort of roof, awning, or trellis to create shade. Be cer-
tain you have adequate clearance so the shading device doesn’t interfere with air flow around the unit. While shading your AC unit can help keep things cool, shading the house itself can pay bigger dividends. Trees to shade the roof are a wonderful benefit, especially deciduous trees that block the sun in the summer, but allow it through to warm your home during cold weather. If you don’t have trees now, plant some that will shade your exterior as they grow. Check with a nursery or Virginia’s extension service at ext.vt.edu for recommendations on the type of trees to choose and how to plant them
where they will not interfere with water lines, driveways, or your home’s foundation. Radiant barriers reduce heat in the home by blocking direct rays from the sun that come in through the windows and raise the indoor temperature. The least expensive barriers are blinds and drapes. If your budget allows, purchase insulated “honeycomb” blinds, which work year round keeping heat out in the summer and in during cold weather. These are more expensive, but you might be able to supply one room at a time until your house—especially the sunny side—is completely furnished. Awnings can provide both shade to your windows and nostalgic charm. Newer schemes such as solar screens and films can also reduce the sun’s heat through windows. A thrifty alternative is roll-up sun blockers such as bamboo screens hung outside that can be deployed during the time the sun is most direct on windows. A more ambitious scheme that can add considerable visual appeal to a home is framing sunny-side windows with trellises supporting deciduous vines blocking the sun in the summer but admitting its warmth in winter.
Play it Cool, Man Avoid heating up the inside of the house. Don’t use the oven during the heat of the day and remember that microwaves use less energy and produce much less heat. Even better: a chilled summer meal of salad and sandwiches or grilling outside. One family even put their often-used pizza-heating-sized toaster oven on a shelf just outside the kitchen. Remember, too, that lighting can produce considerable heat, especially with old incandescent bulbs where as little as 10 – 15 percent of the electricity actually produces light while as much as 90 percent simply creates heat. Replace old lightbulbs with more energy efficient styles. Computers, washing machines and dishwashers, hair dryers, clothes dryers, and TV sets all generate heat. Reduce their usage, especially during the heat of the day. Marilyn Pribus and her husband live in Albemarle County. Their yard has many mature trees providing good shade and they spend a lot of time enjoying the ceiling fan on their screened porch.
There’s a reason those “Casablanca” fans are popular. They don’t just look pretty, they cool things by increasing the “wind chill” in your home.
1313 Stoney Ridge Road 1-3
$329,000 - #573858 – Stoney Ridge Recently finished terrace level Listing agent: Karen Wright, 434-984-7480 Host: Jim Stuart, 434-529-7050 DIR: Avon Street S, R on Southern Parkway. At bottom of hill, L on Stoney Ridge Road, Home is 1st on R left side.
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$469,500 - #573330 – Foxchase Numerous upgrades & improvements Mike Thompson, 434-760-7513 DIR: Avon St. Extd South, R on Southern Pkwy, R into Foxcroft, 2nd L on Foxchase Ridge, home at end of cul-de-sac on R.
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2108 Piper Way 1-4
$760,000 - #571864 – Glenmore $869,000 - #570319 – Glenmore 1st floor master, study, chef ’s kitchen Open plan, renovated kitchen, privacy Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 DIR: 250 E to the Glenmore traffic light. R on DIR: 250 E to Glenmore, R on Glenmore Way, to Glenmore Way, R on to Piper Way and conR on Piper Way to gatehouse. Continue ton tinue to the Gatehouse. Straight on to 4th R on Piper past club, L on Melrose Lane to the end. to Prestwick Place, 2nd R on to Kinross Lane, Home directly across road. Home 2nd on R. 1539KinrossLane.net www.2108PiperWay.com
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$985,000 - #547455 – Glenmore Priced over 100K below assessment Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Alyson Maupin, 434-953-6112 DIR: 250 E to Glenmore, R on Glenmore Way, R on Piper Way to Gatehouse. 1st R on Darby Road. Home at end of cul-de-sac on R. 3092DarbyRoad.info
Spectacular Views – New Home
Maintenance Free Living
Elegant Ivy Home on 5 Acres
Open & Welcoming Plan
Wildwood Valley, Greene Co. $279,900 – MLS #574482 To be built, Summer/early Fall delivery Tim Carson, 434-465-0846
Forest Lakes, Albemarle Co. $259,000 – MLS #574445 3 BR, 2.5 BA townhome Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Frank Keplinger, 434-989-5009
End Unit Townhome
Orangedale, Charlottesville $119,000 – MLS #574456 Windowed, walk-out basement Tee Tucker, 434-242-1970 David Griffin, 434-409-6370
Feature Properties
Woodville, Rappahannock Co. $1,950,000 – MLS #564156 Rolling pastures, pond, 60 ac of forest Rick Kohler, 540-675-1373
Albemarle County $939,000 – MLS #566638 5 BR, 4.5 BA, privacy, 10 min to UVA Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Sarah Collier, 434-249-6029
Custom Built on the Reservoir
Free Union, Albemarle Co. $724,900 – MLS #571464 1st floor owner’s suite, screen porch Justin Kent, 434-951-7052 Wes Kent, 434-951-7008
Rivanwood, Albemarle Co. $659,900 – MLS #573087 1st floor master suite, finished terrace level Barbara Seidler, 434-960-2102
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Mortgage Partners Ben Aliff 434-996-0016 NMLS #202242
Attn: Investors/Developers! City of Charlottesville $575,000 – MLS #571414 Home – 4 extra buildable city lots Tim Carson, 434-465-0846
Beautiful 5 BR Home on 2 Acres Southern Hills, Albemarle Co. $550,000 – MLS #568721 3,600 sq. ft., 3.5 baths and 2 brick fireplaces Sarah Collier, 434-249-6029
Freddie Mac Prop. Near Golfing Glenmore Country Club, Albemarle $499,900 – MLS #571533 5 BR brick home w/ 2 master suites Kathy Conlon, 434-531-2225
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that looked like me. resistance for helping African Americans find homes in historically white neighborhoods. In 1971 demonstrators entered his office to demand who he could sell to, and in 1975, his home was firebombed. Overcoming these obstacles, he ascended to president of the Chicago chapter of the NAACP, president of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®, and was voted REALTOR® of the Year. “As a black American, a REALTOR®, and a parent, I am determined to help erase discrimination from the housing landscape.” April 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. We recognize that progress made stands on the broad shoulders of people like Frank Williams. We’re grateful for the work he’s done and sacrifices he’s made, and understand there’s more progress to be made. Visit www.FairHousing.realtor to read more about Frank and to join the commemoration.
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Frank Williams has witnessed a lot in nearly 80 years. After growing up in Flint Michigan — and being expelled from high school for dating the white girl he later married — he moved to Chicago in 1962. Despite having never considered real estate as a career because, “as a young black man, we didn’t see many people in our community in positions of power,” he received his real estate license in 1966 and opened his own firm in 1969. His practice faced immediate
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Bev Nash • • • • • •
434-981-5560
4 bedroom, 3 bath, brick built home 5 rolling acres, attached garage, paved drive Hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, HVAC Finished basement provides over 3,148 sf Sheds, shops and outbuildings Vacant and early closing possible
Water View only $239,500
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Secretarys Rd. & Blenheim Rd
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Fluvanna Co.
One Level Living With Pond View 3 Bed, 2 Ba., Split Bedroom Plan Another Quality Build by MVC Homes West River Meadows, No HOA, No Water Bills 20 Mi to Cville, 6 Mi to FluCo, Schools Close to Shop & Dine, MLS#573706, Ready May 2018
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434.985.0021 21708 James Madison Hwy Troy Va 22974 ZION CROSSROADS
434-960-0414
Recently remodeled with upgrades in every room! 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, 1,710 finished sq. ft. New kitchen with Granite, Stainless, & Bamboo New master bath with floor to ceiling tiled shower New gorgeous Bamboo floors on main level Fenced yard, rear deck, storage shed & much more!
8 miles to Nelson Co High School $150,000
Candice van der Linde
434-981-8730
• 4BR, 1BA, 10.08 acres • 1 bedroom w/ Solarium & Private Balcony with Mountain Views • Large Enclosed Porch w/HUGE pantry & laundry room • Ready for addition if desired • New Windows, roof, HVAC • 4 Division Rights Possible
$199,900
Beautiful Acreage
• Albemarle County Area of Fine Homes • 21 Acres 26 Acres 47 Acres $126,000 $139,000 $249,000 • Convenient to Charlottesville - A Perfect Place to Build in 2018. South of the City Near Carter’s Bridge • Hardwood Trees, Year Round Murphy Creek, NO HOA HERE! • A Great Combination of Land, Location & Price - Perfect Family Compound
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434-326-7593
$155,000
Pat Burns 434-465-4444 • 3 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 2 Acres • Deck • New Paint, Carpet, Windows, etc.
Fluvanna County
3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, on 1.0 acre 1,080 fin. sq. ft., 1,080 unfin. sq. ft. Beautiful hardwood floors on main level Wood burning fireplace in living room Full unfinished basement with wood stove Fluvanna County, MLS #564202
434-981-1076
• FARM COLONY-working farm, 5+ acres w/barns/ pastures for your animals, incl horses • Its SE exposure captures sun in the winter while minimizing summer heat • Hdwd floors, acid etched decorative floors, 2nd story deck, & earth tone lime plaster • Views of the VA rolling countryside fall thru spring
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Gordonsville Gates Premium Cul-de-sac Lot Brick 4 Bed 3.5 Baths 0.5 Acre with Private Wooded Views New Appliances 2018 Offered at $355,000
434.974.1500 943 Glenwood Station Ln Suite 203 Charlottesville VA 22901
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NORTH PANTOPS DRIVE
Bright open spaces and huge, warm rooms set this home apart from other contemporary homes. Dramatic vaulted ceiling in family room with skylights and three walls of windows. Mountain and city views from the master suite. Tastefully updated kitchen. Peaceful yet close to town! Rear deck features a pergola. Set on over 1 acre. Neighborhood amenities include pool, tennis, walking trails and more. $495,000
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Great opportunity to live in north downtown! Charming home built in 1953. Light-filled living room and dining room with hardwood floors. Built in bookcases. Home offers a screened porch, wine room and a 1 car garage in basement. Lovely large corner lot with opportunity to expand. $399,900
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An easy walk to the Downtown Mall and Wegmans with good access to Rt 64. Three finished levels with large fenced in back yard, professionally landscaped. Lots of extras include hardwood floors, ceramic tile, finished walk out basement with rec r4oom and office. . Large deck looks out over woods and stream. Three bedrooms and 2.5 baths.$289,000.
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Charming property in pristine condition, all on one level with great privacy. Newly painted throughout and brand new carpeting Cathedral ceilings, gas fireplace and furnace, plenty of storage space inside and out. Good access shops, restaurants, airport and medical facilities. Amenities include swimming pools, tennis and miles of walking trails. Maintenance taken care of by HOA, so relax and enjoy. MLS# 574284 $229,900
123 Walk Around Lane, Roseland, Virginia 3% Broker Participation offered to qualifying Agents 1st Floor: 1,175 sf - Kitchen, Family Room w/ Fireplace, Dining Room, Laundry, Half Bath, Office/Library and Master Bedroom w/ (Master Bath) 2nd Floor: 1,175 sf - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths 3rd Floor: 200 sf - Widows Walk Basement: 1,369 sf - Finished walk out basement with 1 Bedroom, 1 bath, Family Room, Partial Kitchen and storage areas
Tax Assessed Value: $542,800.00 Formerly Listed at $649,000.00 3% Broker Participation offered to qualifying Agents
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SONJA CASERO
Multi-million-dollar top producer for over 20 years. email: sonjac2702@gmail.com cell: 434.981.3523 WWW.MCLEANFAULCONER.COM
101 Albemarle Avenue, SE Roanoke, VA 24013
www.walker-inc.com VAAF # 549
130 CHAMPIONS POINTE TERRACE Architecturally authentic craftsman style home filled with many features from energy efficient Trane 2 zone HVAC to tankless water heater to furniture grade, dovetailed, slow close kitchen cabinets and H2O softening system. Enjoy the wooded views from the privacy of the screened porch. OPEN FLOOR PLAN with gorgeous hardwood floors, granite counters, gas fireplace and cooking. MLS#571839, $389,000 Spring Creek features top ranked golf course, 24-hour gated security, clubhouse with bar and restaurant, sports club with a pool, fitness, tennis, basketball and miles of walking/biking trails. 15 min. to C’ville & 35 min to Short Pump/Richmond area. Established street (no noisy new construction!) Close to shopping and services.
ALSO AVAILABLE BUILD your dream home on this Louisa Co/Zion Crossroads lot for sale in FOREST VIEW. Private, nearly level 2.75 acres. MLS#567830, $99,000
LIVE WHERE YOU LOVE 126 Garrett Street, Suite D Charlottesville, VA 22902 NestRealty.com
Lori Runkle Meistrell Realtor® LoriMeistrell@NestRealty.com Mobile: 434.242.6294
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HOME SALES STATS
ENDING THE WEEK OF APRIL 1, 2018
There were 116 sales in the 11 county and city areas n 52 were in Albemarle with an average price of $443,520 n n n n n n n n n
18 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $347,118 12 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $303,143 5 were in Greene with an average price of $167,800 8 were in Louisa with an average price of $253,813 1 was in Madison with a price of $195,000 5 were in Nelson with an average price of $235,590 7 were in Orange with an average price of $230,557 5 were in Staunton with an average price of $168,200 3 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $194,000
311 N COALTER STREET GOSPEL HILL
2521 WILLARD DRIVE FRY’S SPRING
3112 VILLAGE DRIVE WAYNESBORO
12 LANDSLIDE COURT LAKE MONTICELLO
2771 TOWN MEWS LANE OUT OF BOUNDS
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT (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
GREENE COUNTY
CITY OF STAUNTON
LOUISA COUNTY
CITY OF WAYNESBORO
MADISON COUNTY
ALBEMARLE COUNTY
NELSON COUNTY
www.charlottesville.org Real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100 www.staunton.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.97 per $100 www.waynesboro.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.87 per $100 www.albemarle.org Real estate tax rate: $.839 per $100
FLUVANNA COUNTY
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EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Celeste Smucker editor@caarrew.com
DESIGN Tracy Federico designer@c-ville.com Henry Jones rewdesigner@c-ville.com
HOMES SOLD
1417 TRINITY WAY FOOTHILL CROSSING
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www.co.fluvanna.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.907 per $100
www.gcva.us Real estate tax rate: $.775 per $100 www.louisacounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100 www.madisonco.virginia.gov Real estate tax rate: $.68 per $100 www.nelsoncounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100
ORANGE COUNTY
www.nelsoncounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.804 per $100
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S pring 2018 W eStern A lbemArle l And O fferingS INCREDIBLE VIEWS 6 MINUTES TO CROZET
10 HANDLEY WAY $495,000 This 22 acre parcel might have it all: epic mountain views from an elevated home site that also overlooks a private pond & gently rolling meadows. Ideal for horses, with most of the acreage open & laid out below the house site. The home site enjoys select hardwoods which enhance privacy & will shade future lawns. Most of the parcels in Handley offer incredible mountain views as well as open, level building sites and a nice mix of open & wooded acreage. Comcast high speed internet coming this Spring! MLS# 555963
MOMENTS TO MERIWETHER LEWIS
2 ACRES IN IVY • $299,000 Just moments from Meriwether Lewis & fronting a quiet side street, this elevated, open, very gently rolling building lot offers Blue Ridge views & potential for a level rear lawn. Under 10 mins to town, in a highly desirable area where property values range from $700,000 to the multi-millions. Bring your own builder! MLS# 574010
UNDER 6 MINS TO WESTERN SCHOOLS
32 ACRES WITH LOVELY PASTORAL VIEWS
GORGEOUS 21 ACRES - MERIWETHER LEWIS
12 HANDLEY WAY • $549,000 Lot 12’s charms incl’ breathtaking views from the open, level ground to the front of the parcel & mountainous topography w/ mature hardwoods to the back of the property. Private trout pond with trails! 23 acre tract backs to land in conservation easement. Comcast high speed internet coming this Spring! MLS# 555995
2 BRIDLEPATH DRIVE • $399,000 32 Acre estate parcel with lovely pastoral views 10 mins to town. Traversed by a bold creek, the gently rolling topography is dotted with mature hardwoods. Private & truly bucolic with several excellent elevated building sites overlooking the creek & Adventure Farm. Reidar Stiernstrand (434) 284-3005. MLS# 573445
LOT 22C GARTH ROAD • $569,000 Extraordinary 21+ acre estate parcel with stunning farm and mountain views. Build your dream home in spectacular Western Albemarle location. Property offers mostly open productive pasture land, spring/possible pond site, with remaining land in mixed timber. Kristin Cummings Streed (434) 409-5619. MLS# 568210
EXTREMELY RARE FIND - MERIWETHER LEWIS
JUST 2 PARCELS REMAIN
23 ACRES IN COVETED BUNDORAN FARM
LOT 11 SILAS JACKSON LANE • $269,000 Prime 4 acre building lot on a mostly-wooded residential street of distinctive homes abutting the 100+ acre Eagle Hill Farm in the Meriwether Lewis school district. Minutes to the school and less than 15 minutes to Barracks Road Shopping Center. Kristin Cummings Streed (434) 409-5619. MLS# 562293
LOT 5 REIVERS RUN • $229,000 Just moments from Meriwether Lewis and fronting a quiet side street, this cul de sac lot offers open and wooded acreage. This lot is exceptionally private and quiet. Under 10 minutes to town, in a highly desirable area. While private now, Reivers Run will soon be a quiet, dead-end public road. MLS# 551493
0 BUNDORAN DRIVE • $449,000 Gorgeous, elevated 23+ acre lot in Bundoran Farm, located on the upland plateau on a forested shoulder of Israel Mountain, and showcasing panoramic ridge views to the South and East, and extraordinary views of the valley. Prolific (50 gal/ min) well in place. Sally Neill (434) 531-9941. MLS# 574171
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN 8 ACRES IN IVY
1 SHILOH ROAD • $369,000 A rare opportunity to own a beautiful 8 acre parcel in Ivy, with both privacy and outstanding mountain views. Recent soils test show lot percs for a 5 bedroom house. Plans available, or bring your own. Just 10 mins to Farmington, & 15 to UVA, it is an ideal place for your dream home. No HOA. Sally Neill (434) 531-9941. MLS# 530235
SHIFFLETTS MILL ROAD $295,000 The approach to this remarkable estate parcel is via a lovely country road that meanders along the banks of beautiful Buck Mountain Creek. The parcel itself includes bottom land on both sides of this creek as well as a tributary. The magnificent, elevated, protected and private building site above Buck Mountain Creek overlooks pristine farmland and incredible, close-in Blue Ridge views beyond. Establishing a truly wonderful driveway to this site awaits. MLS# 558513
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