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Riverfront, country estate with sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views set on 30 +/- acres. Surrounded by 320 acres of farm land in easement (up to a total of 500 available). A Georgian manor with slate roof, a cobblestone courtyard, faced by two matching, 2 story residences. 12’ ceilings on main floor. Two large, elegant suites on the second floor with a great walk -in closet and dressing room. The Rivanna River flows along the farm to the west. Managers and Gardener’s houses as well as pool and pool house. Lovely Gillette Gardens and terraces. $3,500,000

A gracious estate like property, beautifully set on a sweeping lawn. The rear brick terrace overlooks a koi pond. First floor master suite features a vaulted ceiling. The kitchen opens to the breakfast room with bay window. The family room opens to a lovely sun room. A circular, paved drive accesses both the attached and detached garages. $699,000

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Gracious family living includes a finished dependency. Terrific location only ten minutes from Albemarle High School. Large, mostly level lot with paved access to garage and lower level pad site with 30-amps. First floor master suite. Great room offers access to walk-out deck with spa. Lower dependency level is complete with: Master bedroom, full kitchen with island and family room, with gas fireplace. $689,900

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

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 ABSOLUTE LAND 

AUCTION Wed, Oct.10 at 12:30 PM

Just 2 Miles from Waynesboro

383 Wooded Acres Timber • Views • Trails • Creek

Offered in 3 Tracts w/ Potential for 18 Lots

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AUCTION SITE: Best Western Plus 109 Apple Tree Ln, Waynesboro, VA

How to Price Your Home

TO SELL

Issue: IN EVERY

• Great location 2 miles from Waynesboro nestled between Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Mountains • Totally wooded in young to mature hardwoods with walking / atv trails throughout • Offered in 3 tracts with the potential for 18 lots with the installation of a driveway • Fantastic building site on the ridge of Ramsey Mountain with views in all directions • Excellent for timber investment, hunting and recreational retreat, residential development, or private estate

DIR: From Waynesboro, N Delphine Ave (US340N) to R on B St. 1/2mi to L on Jackson Ave. Bear R on A St. 1/4mi to L on Calf Mountain Rd (622). 2mi to property on left.

AGENT ON SITE self-guided tours ok anytime • Sun, Sep.23 1-3 • Thu, Sep.27 4-6 • Sun, Sep.30 1-3 • Sun, Oct.7 1-3 AGENTS: 2% Commission Available REAL ESTATE TERMS: 10% deposit due day of sale. Balance due on or about 30 days. 5% buyer’s premium. Sells to highest bidder(s).

Complete details and photos online.

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NEWS & VIEWS What’s Happening Around Town?

Region Ten Hosts Intellectual and Developmental Disability Provider Fair Region Ten is hosting a provider fair for individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability, and family members who care for them. The fair focuses on adult services, but families with children who are soon transitioning to adult services are encouraged to attend.

The fair will be open on Saturday, September 29, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at 500 Old Lynchburg Road in Charlottesville.

The public is invited to drop in to learn about local resources and how to access services, speak with case management representatives, and meet with providers of residential and daytime services. Twenty different service provider will be available to provide information to those seeking assistance.

This is a great opportunity to get advice on the system of care, as well as

to get answers to any service questions.

For more information, call 434-9702131.

The event is co-sponsored by the Charlottesville Area Coalition of Developmental Disability Service Providers, including Region Ten, The Arc of the Piedmont, WorkSource Enterprises, and Virginia Institute of Autism.

RAGTIME Opens Live Arts’ 28th Season RAGTIME at Live Arts opens on October 5 and runs through October 27, 2018, with one of the most diverse and biggest companies in Live Arts history.

RAGTIME has three grand storylines; it is a powerful Broadway musical with a cast of 31, a live band, and a production/design team of 27.

The Story While the economy is booming, many Americans of all ethnicities are barely making it and feeling left-out.

While many blacks are moving up in society, others are facing the attacks of white supremacists. Immigrants are

willing to face rejection in America because they fear for their lives at home— and then there’s the American Dream!

Sounds like America and Charlottesville today, but it is also the story told in Ragtime, the book, the film and the musical, about America at the turn of the last century.

RAGTIME tells the interconnected story of three groups: Blacks, represented by Coalhouse Walker, Jr. (Jim Wynton), a Harlem musician; upper-class suburbanites, represented by Mother (Aly Brookland), the matriarch of a white upper-class family in New Rochelle, New York; and Eastern European immigrants, represented by Tateh (Chris Estey), a Jewish immigrant from Latvia.

Circling through and impacting the story are historical figures Harry Houdini, Booker T. Washington, Evelyn Nesbit, J. P. Morgan, Henry Ford, Stanford White, Harry Kendall Thaw, Admiral Peary, Matthew Henson, and Emma Goldman.

The Broadway production led Tony nominations that year with 13, winning four in a year dominated by The Lion King.

Show Dates: Friday, October 5 through Saturday, October 27 Tickets: Tickets are $30 for adults, $25 for students and seniors. Purchase online at www.livearts.org or by calling the Live Arts Box Office at 434-9774177 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 28 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 n

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We invite you to tour our decorated Model Homes during the 2018 Parade of Homes.

October 6-7, and 13-14 from noon to 5 pm.

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New to Market

402 Greenwood Farms Road

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$320,000 - #579348 – Greenwood Farms Open plan, updated kitchen & more Joe Griffin, 434-327-2554 Angus Arrington, 434-531-1100 DIR: 29 N to Rt. 33 E, L on Toms Road, L on Greenwood Road.

315 Whitethorn Court

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$242,900 - #581667 – Enderly Acres Convenient location, many updates Anne Lohr, 434-987-2740 DIR: 29 N towards Ruckersville. Just past Holly Hill, 2nd L on Heatherton Dr. (cross over southbound Rt. 29 before reaching Sheetz). Stay on Heatherton which becomes Whitethorn Court. Home on R.

2122 Sundown Place

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$319,000 - #580028 – Pavilions at Pantops Parade of Homes “Best Kitchen” winner Sabina Martin, 434-981-1147 DIR: From Downtown, 250 E to Pantops, L on Rolkin Road. Continue to 2nd roundabout to 1st R on Verona Dr, 2nd L on Sundown Place to home on R.

4735 Amber Ridge Court

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$289,000 - #581399 – Highlands Lots of living spaces, basement Cheryl Sprangel, 434-981-6695 DIR; 250 W, slight R on 240. L into Highlands, 1st L on Mechums River Road, 1st R on Amber Ridge Road, 1st L on Amber Ridge Court. Home on R.

Mortgage Partners Ben Aliff 434-996-0016 NMLS #202242

16 Riverside Drive

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$229,000 - #578999 – Lake Monticello Large deck, fully fenced yard & more Maggie MacInnis, 434-981-6669 DIR: I-64 E to exit 129, R on 616 (Union Mills Rd), R on 600 (S. Boston Rd), L on River Ridge Drive to enter Riverside section. 1st L on Riverside Drive, home on R.

2300 Mill Ridge Road

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3375 Darby Road

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$699,000 - #574699 – Glenmore $729,000 - #574822 – Mill Ridge Gourmet kitchen, first floor master 5 serene acres, updated kitchen Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 DIR: Garth Road past Hunt Country Store, L on Mill DIR: 250 E to R at Glenmore light on Glenmore Way, follow to R on Piper Way. Check in at gatehouse.

Ridge Road, at end of cul-de-sac, bear R to home on Continue to 1st L on Darby Road, home on R. R. www.2300MillRidgeRoad.com www.3375DarbyRoad.com

Movement Mortgage, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender. NMLS # 39179 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess. org) | 877-314-1499. Movement Mortgage, LLC is licensed by the "Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions" #: MC-5112. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in.

Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits. “Movement Mortgage” is a registered trademark of the Movement Mortgage, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.

New to Market Under Contract

Unique Custom Built Home Ashcroft, Albemarle Co. $450,000 – MLS #581518 1.6 acre private setting, spacious deck Linda Broadbent, 434-960-0375 Tele Jenifer, 434-249-5915

Country Living with Privacy Milton Hills, Albemarle Co. $380,000 – MLS #581747 Pastoral views, open floor plan Bob/Tricia Traugott, 434-882-0824

Beautifully Appointed Town Home Old Trail, Albemarle Co. $379,900 – MLS #581599 Backs to park, meticulously maintained Justin Kent, 434-951-7052 Wes Kent, 434-951-7008

Scottsville, Fluvanna Co. $350,000 – MLS #581723 Stately brick rancher, private setting Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

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Well Maintained & Updated

Huntley Hall, Charlottesville $315,000 – MLS #581604 New paint inside & out, new kitchen & more Tom Bibb, 434-962-4663

3 BR Townhome-Style Condo Webland Park Condos, Albemarle Co. $186,000 – MLS #581706 Great location, open floor plan Lance Allen, 434-315-4459

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Dobson Homes is a family-owned and operated business that takes great pride in providing high quality homes at affordable prices. Dobson Homes invites you to experience building a new home with a level of personalized service that is unsurpassed. Tommy Dobson, the owner of Dobson Homes, has over 20 years experience in the construction industry. He understands how sound building techniques and quality materials make the difference in the quality and longevity of your home.

Justin and Wes Kent proudly represent Dobson Homes and can be reached at 434-817-9200 Visit Dobson Homes’ website at www.dobsonhomes.net

WEST LEIGH

CUSTOM EXECUTIVE HOME

JEFFERSON LAKE FARM

500 +/- acres with 3 rented cottages located within 15-20 minutes of Charlottesville and UVA. $2,495,000 MLS #576621

A SPORTSMANS RETREAT

ROSELAND RETREAT

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Circa 1850, Excellent value of 74 acres in Scottsville. Vintage dependencies, new horse barn with indoor pool. $695,000 MLS#564151

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Exquisite home w/ custom detailing throughout. 1st floor master, Come build your log cabin overlooking the 5 acre lake, near the center of this magnificent 178+ acre property.

3 generously sized bedrooms & ample outdoor living areas. $495,000 MLS#569558 $899,000 MLS # 565879

Custom Home with spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views.

Views from every window! $769,000 MLS #569411

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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Beautiful parcel of 161+ acres situated only one minute to Scottsville. $495,000 MLS #564153

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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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34+ acres of prime farm land located minutes from UVA and downtown Charlottesville. $495,000

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

WEST FARM

Extraordinary home c 1850 on 16+ AC. Classic finishes, vaulted ceilings, above garage apt. & rolling pastures in a private setting. $499,000 MLS#555704

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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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BETTER THAN NEW-only 2 years young! Lightfilled home w/ large front porch in a beautiful neighborhood. 1-level living including 1st Flr Master, formal dining room, gourmet eat-in kitchen opens to great room w/ stone gas log FP. 2 add'l BR, 1.5 BA & laundry/mudroom on 1st floor. Large finished basement is great for entertaining. Large deck, private backyard. $549,000. Byrd@ByrdAbbott.com 434-242-9600. (579370)

EXPERTLY RENOVATED FARMHOUSE, circa 1920, surrounded by over 2 acres. This home exudes charm, from its 2 covered porches to its original woodworking & floors, exposed-brick FP. Large, vaulted-ceiling kitchen with gas range. A large, flourishing garden & mature trees inhabit the sunny, gently sloping yard. One car detached garage. $235,000. www.GerriRussell.com 434531-9581. (580066)

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Single-wide home in Stanardsville on 2 acres.

This home has 2 baths and 2 bedrooms. The foundation is on piers so financing may be a challenge. Wonderful location and near to shopping and a short distance to Charlottesville. $79,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (580015)

CONTEMPORARY brick home is very low maintenance. Main floor easy flowing design w/spacious kitchen, dining & living room. Master BR w/walk-in closet & bath w/soaking tub & separate shower, 2 more BR and bath. Basement large family/rec room & full bath. Oversized garage w/ample room for work station area. No HOA. Walk to Greene Hills Country Club. $299,900.

Matthew Woodson, 434-960-5187. (577249)

WITHIN A FEW MILES of the charming, historic town of Batesville, this Western Albemarle custom-built residence is situated on 3.92 acres. Home features 4100+ sq ft including main floor master, 3 add’l bedrooms, hardwood floors on the main level.

The open kitchen enjoys cherry cabinetry looking over the dining area. Terrace level rec room with FP. $554,000. Steve White, 434-242-8355. (577873)

CHARMING 3BR/2.5BA brick home in the much sought-after Meadowbrook/Rugby neighborhood. Totally renovated kitchen with custom cherry cabinets and high-end appliances, granite counters. 2 wood-burning fireplaces and dual heating/cooling system. Cozy den or private suite on terrace level. Mature landscaping gives a delightful sense of privacy. Convenient to UVa and shopping. $629,900. Alex Ix, 434-962-0509. (575696)

POPULAR PREDDY CREEK. 1st floor offers hardwood floors, living room w/gas FP, formal dining, kitchen w/upgraded granite counters & bay window breakfast nook. Upstairs is a large master suite w/separate soaking tub and shower, 2 gracious sized bedrooms & full bath. Basement is partially finished w/Rec room, full bath, wet bar and office. $329,000.

Matthew Woodson, 434-960-5187. (574293)

PERFECTLY SITED to capture Blue Ridge Mtn Views, this gorgeous farmhouse-designed home sits on a 1.52 ac. lot in Foxchase in Western Albemarle. Living room with French doors & formal dining room with hardwood floors. Upstairs, a serene master suite plus 4 add’l BR & 2 full BA. Outdoor living is enjoyed from the wrap around front porch, spacious back deck & terrace patio. $919,900. Steve White, 434-242-8355. (579055)

STONEY CREEK AT WINTERGREEN: This water-front home offers long lake views, views of the 5th green and spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Abundant windows/ doors bring the naturescape inside while patios, decks and a free-flowing interior make indoor/ outdoor living a breeze and entertaining a joy. $775,000. www.TheChaseTeam.com 434-2969860. (576627)

SEEING REALLY IS BELIEVING. Perhaps the most delightful home in Western Ridge; well situated on a premium, oversized lot and surrounded on 3 sides by trees and plantings. The light filled main floor has the contemporary feel, 4/5 bedrooms on the 2nd level, full finished basement. Large fenced back yard! Two car garage. $599,900.

Ginny Barefoot, 434-531-7864. (579064)

CLASSIC HOME in Meriwether Lewis School District. Family room and remodeled eat-in kitchen are one great space.

Huge rec room with wet bar and adjoining full bath. 2 acres of beautiful landscaping, woods and yard for play in Beau Mont Farm. $725,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434962-3420 and Katelyn Mancini, 703-2033388. (576949)

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Celebrating Over Ninety Years Trust, Tradition & Market Leadership

434.981.5528 justin@wileyproperty.com

Peter A. Wiley 434.422.2090 peter@wileyproperty.com

132A East Main Street • Orange, VA 22960

503 Faulconer Drive, Suite 6 • Charlottesville, VA 22903

HISTORIC GORDONSVILLE ESTATE

RARE OFFERING IN WESTERN ALBEMARLE

Circa 1850, Excellent value of 74 acres in Scottsville. Vintage dependencies, new horse barn with indoor pool. $695,000 MLS#564151

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Prime, gently rolling farmland near Scottsville. 3 ponds, serviceable barns and equipment shed. $575,000 MLS #550478

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AERIE FARM - Located in the Somerset area of Orange, this 1850 manor house has many improvements. The main house has 4 bedrooms, dining room, breakfast room, study, original living room, library and 2 galleries. The 170-acre estate is further enhanced by a 4 bedroom guest house, 3 stall stable, two new garage/workshops, studio, swimming pool, formal gardens, and a fenced cutting/vegetable garden.

MLS# 556528 • $1,950,000

EDNAM FOREST

Stately brick home on one of the finest elevated & sunny lots in Ednam Forest. Beautifully maintained w/ 4 BR & ample unfinished space.

WILDAIR FARM - A 126 acre farm with charming farm house, nestled in the heart of one of Western Albemarle’s most beautiful pastoral enclaves.

The rolling mix of productive pasture, towering, mature hardwoods, a bold stream and two large ponds offers a diversity rarely found on a farm of this size. 11 miles from Charlottesville. A rare offering. $2,100,000

RIDGE ESTATE Justin H. WileyFRAYS – 434.981.5528 Stately Albemarle estate of 21 acres. 9 bedrooms, pool, pond, 6 car garage, 4 kitchens. $2,200,000 MLS#513246

MLS#567918 MANOR HOME IN NORTH GARDEN

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A. Wiley – 434.422.2090 CUSTOMPeter EXECUTIVE HOME Exquisite home w/ custom detailing throughout. 1st floor master, 3 generously sized bedrooms & ample outdoor living areas. $899,000 MLS # 565879

EXCEPTIONAL FARM 14 MILES TO TOWN

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JEFFERSON LAKE FARM

500 +/- acres with 3 rented cottages located within 15-20 minutes of Charlottesville and UVA. $2,495,000 MLS #576621

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CARTER’S BRIDGE A and SPORTSMANS RETREAT LAUREL RIDGE - English country manor home designed by renowned architect built by highly SOUTHERN ALBEMARLE FARM - A beautiful, medium-sized horse farm or retreat, this turn-of-the-century WEST LEIGH

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A 6-stall barn Bridge Additional center this&magnificent 178+ acre minutes downtown shop. House is in very good condition & the kitchen was recently redone. Completely private setting. with power, water, bathroom, tack room, wash stall and shavings storage is positioned near the large outdoor ring. $849,500 MLS# 569206 $495,000 MLS#569558 $495,000 MLS# 558793 • $1,300,000 MLS# 558491 • $995,000

Peter A. Wiley – 434.422.2090

Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

40 ACRES ONLY 6 MILES TO TOWN

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

ROSELAND RETREAT

Custom Home with spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views.

Views from every window! $769,000 MLS #569411

MERRYMOUNT - Located in the most desirable area of Somerset, is nestled amongst large estates, with incredible views of both the Blue Ridge, and the Southwest mountains. The 1850’s house is perfectly situated on 5 acres, and could be bought with additional land, if needed. The 3 bedroom house is in need of renovations, but is structurally sound, and could easily be added onto. Much of the surrounding land is in conservation easement, and the view from this property will not change.

MLS# 566744 • $475,000

WEST FARM

Extraordinary home c 1850 on 16+ AC. Classic finishes, vaulted ceilings, above garage apt. & rolling pastures in a private setting. $499,000 MLS#555704

ROSE HILL CHURCH LANE - 40 acres (3 tax map parcels) of rolling land with hardwood forest and a bold creek, Henderson Creek. This secluded property adjoins lands owned by the Thomas Jefferson Foundation and is only 6 miles from Charlottesville. MLS# 577670 • $375,000

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he term “green” gets a lot of attention these days and can describe environmentally friendly activities of all kinds. When it comes to real estate it usually means investment in products and services that make your home healthier, more comfortable and more energy efficient.

Not only does investing in green make your home more livable it can also help you save some serious money on monthly utility bills. In addition, studies show you may also be able to recoup some of the cost of green improvements in the form of a higher price when you decide to sell.

Walking away with a larger check at closing is not guaranteed, however.

To take full advantage of this benefit, you must be prepared to provide proof of the value of your green features to REALTORS®, prospective buyers, and appraisers.

While this level of documentation

can seem overwhelming, as demand for greener homes has increased and the industry has matured, so have the ways and means available to standardize the value of green updates and incorporate them into the home selling process.

Valuing Green It all starts with buying a new home or renovating your present one. Either way there are choices to make that impact your cost as well as how much return you can expect to get on your investment. For example, does it pay to increase the R-Value of attic insulation?

How about replacing appliances with ones that have Energy Star® ratings?

Then there’s your old HVAC system.

Would it be cost effective to replace it?

Geothermal heating and cooling alternatives have received a lot of press, should you consider one of them? Or would solar be a better choice?

While energy efficiency is usually at the top of the list of green upgrades, what about changes that make your

home more comfortable and/or improve its air quality? Those may be just as important for quality of life but are more difficult to quantify when you attempt to compute a return on the cost of their installation.

Imagine now that you are ready to sell your home. Documentation to communicate the value of your investments to your REALTOR® is essential so they can correctly enter the information into the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) to accurately inform other agents and excite prospective buyers.

Your buyer must then be sure their mortgage company selects a qualified appraiser, one with the experience to know how to incorporate the value of green features explains Woody Fincham, an appraiser with Valucentric and an expert in valuing green homes.

In particular, the appraiser requires sufficient detail about your green features so they can include their value when comparing your home’s price with others that are similar but less green.

High Performing Assets The concept of green has been popular for years and we all “kind of” know what it means. When it comes to computing value, however, this term is not very useful because it can refer to everything from upgrading your windows, to insulating your walls to replacing your carpet in order to reduce exposure to toxic chemicals.

For this reason, more descriptive terms such as “high-performing assets” or “high-performing homes” have come into use along with rating systems that rank the contribution of critical variables to the overall well-being of a home and its occupants.

HERS (Home Energy Rating System) is a nationally recognized program for rating homes based on their energy efficiency. If you are an existing homeowner you can have a HERS certified rater evaluate your home and give it a score. The lower the score the better.

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According to the U.S. Department of Energy, a score for a typical resale home is 130, while that for a new home is 100. If your house gets a rating of 120 that means it is not as efficient as a typical new one, but is more so than an average resale home.

Your rater can make suggestions about what steps to take to improve your score. Scores are recorded in a national registry and available to appraisers and the public along with the date of the rating and who rated it. Visit resnet.us for HERS scores and a list of certified raters.

Another rating system comes from Pearl Certification, a Virginia-based, national organization “that provides third-party certification of high-performing homes: homes with ‘performance assets’ that make them healthy, safe, comfortable, energy and water efficient.”

Pearl uses approved contractors to evaluate and document a home’s high performing assets, and their point system gives an overall score that takes into consideration a variety of variables. For example, the higher a

home’s R-Value the more points it receives. Similarly, the points awarded for triple pane windows exceed those for double pane and an Energy Star® HVAC system gets more points if it comes with a quality install.

Qualifying homes receive a rating of silver, gold or platinum depending on the number of points achieved, and this information can be used when marketing the home.

Pearl qualified contractors will also consult with you on the renovations that will help you qualify for different levels of certification and will revisit your home after updates are complete to verify your improved score. More information is available at pearlcertification.com.

If you are a home owner planning to update your home’s energy and water efficiency, comfort or safety, start by calling a contractor trained to evaluate high performing assets. With this information in hand you can choose the upgrades that make the most sense for your home.

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keting the home.

If you purchase an energy efficient

homes receive a rating of silver, gold or platinum depending on the number of points achieved, and this information can be used when mar-

new home or upgrade your present house with high performing assets, you can expect immediate benefits in the form of energy efficiency, lower utility bills and greater comfort. Further, many consumers derive satisfaction from knowing they are contributing to a greener, more sustainable planet.

As more and more home buyers become knowledgeable about the benefits of high performing homes, the demand for them will increase causing their price to rise and assuring a good return on investment in green features.

A 2018 study of REALTORS® and sustainability reports that 61 percent of participating agents said their clients were at least somewhat interested in sustainability.

As this trend intensifies there will be increasing pressure on existing homeowners to upgrade their homes in order to compete effectively. This is especially the case for houses in the same price range as new homes that are often marketed with an impressive list of high performing assets.

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that cost less to operate on a monthly basis to be growing,” says Greg Slater with Nest Realty. He adds that “The builders in our market embraced this early on and remain focused on these better building practices. It has become very common for buyers to want to know more about the utility costs of a home in their evaluation of their housing options.”

“Green building is hot,” agrees Jodi Mills with Nest Realty, who represents Stony Point Design/Build. “It’s what everyone is expecting.”

A recent study by Dodge Data & Analytics in partnership with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reports that “green homes are continuing to gain market share,” with one-third of builders surveyed stating that green building made up “more than 60 percent of their portfolio.”

The NAHB study also reports that demand for green homes is impacted by a greater availability and lower cost of green products. Another critical factor is the increased recognition of the value of high performing assets by appraisers.

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makes it easier to quantify the impact of high performing assets on a home’s value.

However there is still a need to communicate this information effectively to REALTORS®, mortgage companies and appraisers. An easy way to accomplish this is to use a third party certification company like Pearl.

Pearl’s website states it “was founded

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How important is third party certi-

fication? Fincham says certification “is imperative if you have a green home.”

He explains that appraisers need data to back up their estimates of value, including details such as the type of equipment or appliance that was installed and how it was installed.

The report from the third party certifier provides all of this making the appraiser’s job easier and the report more

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accurate. He adds this is especially important as many appraisers have no experience evaluating green upgrades and, without good data, may even give them no value in their report.

The process is greatly simplified when working with a certified home.

“The Appraisal Institute created what is known as the Appraisal Addendum for Green Features that is provided by Pearl when they certify a home,” Slater says.

A Pearl certification is also essential for REALTORS® in order to effectively incorporate the value of green into the description of a listing. “If buyers and appraisers are not aware of these features, how can we know if they are being valued in the sales process,” Slater asks.

He adds that “Pearl highlights the energy features of a home and makes them readily noticeable in the sales process. They identify them in the showing process but also document them in a way appraisers can use.”

They even “include a list of fields within the MLS that can be checked to help the listing agent.”

A recent article in REALTOR® Magazine cited Cynthia Adams, CEO of Pearl. She emphasized the marketing importance of including information about high performing assets in the MLS when REALTORS® list a home.

“If it’s not on the MLS, it basically

doesn’t exist,” she said.

Is all of this documentation worth it? Absolutely. Adams referenced a recent appraiser-authored study on Pearl Certified homes “that showed a 5 percent premium when the homes were marketed correctly.”

The process of valuing green features in homes is still in its early stages.

However, as the concepts of value and certification catch on it will become increasingly important for buyers and sellers alike to be aware of the most cost-effective features and how best to be certain they are included in the sales and appraisal process.

If you are a home buyer take advantage of the information and tools

now available to be sure you get the high performing home that suits your needs. If you are getting ready to list your home for sale, ask your REALTOR® about certification so that you get credit for any and all green updates in your present home. n Celeste Smucker is a writer and blogger who lives near Charlottesville.

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Splendid private sanctuary, in Madison County, on 36 acres magnificent landscaped grounds and gardens, surrounded by large tracts of mountains and farmland. Centerpiece of property is a two-story traditional home, situated on an elevated site with panoramic views of open pastures below, wooded hills, Blue Ridge Mtns. and a peak at nearby Old Rag Mtns., one of the gems of the Shenandoah National Park. MLS#581174 $699,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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Exceptional residence on the Rivanna Reservoir! 10 minutes to town yet unique setting with privacy on over 18 acres. Magnificent views from almost every room in this 7,000 sq/ft home with beautifully renovated kitchen & baths, LR, DR, office/study, and FR with direct access to spectacular rear patio overlooking the pool & Rivanna Reservoir. Includes a charming guest/pool house with FP and 3-car garage. MLS#574939 $2,195,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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Current owners have completed a magnificent renovation of this significant historic property. Spacious & gracious rooms with original architectural details. Convenient to Charlottesville & UVA.MLS#579971 C. Dammann 434.981.1250 or Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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90 acres, two 3 BR log cottages, excellent rental income, great views, privacy adjoins Trump Winery. Beautiful wooded homesites for estate home, borders Murphy’s Creek, 12 miles from Charlottesville. MLS#576434 $1,175,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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185 Coleman Place With nearly 150k in improvements, this meticulous, well-crafted 4 BR, 3 BA home is big on space, privacy and finishes! Situated along a quiet cul-desac on a 1.5-acre parcel adjoining open space. Bright open flow, hardwood floors, kitchen with granite, finished basement with mini kitchen/apartment, multi-purpose room, two fireplaces, covered front porch, screened porch, patio, garden shed and paved drive. Approximately 30 minutes to Charlottesville. $434,900

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views from the foothills of Crawford’s Knob. This stunning 4 BR, 4.5 BA home has been renovated and updated inside and out and the result is a pleasing balance of contemporary charm and authentic mountain ambience. From the large decks and screened porch to the beautiful kitchen and the handsome living room stone fireplace, the atmosphere is charming and relaxed for easy country living. Minutes to Nellysford, breweries, cideries, restaurants and shopping. Half an hour to Charlottesville. $579,500

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824 VILLAGE ROAD • $729,000 One of the most spacious homes in Village Place, this meticulously maintained home has high-end finishes, upgrades, a fully-finished walkout basement AND double garage. Hardwood floors throughout main level, 5 bedrooms, walk-in closets, 4.5 bathrooms, oversized laundry & mud room, rec room & home office. Enlarged gourmet kitchen & family room are filled with natural light. A screened back porch off family room – along with a lower level terrace – leads to a fenced, private, beautifully landscaped backyard. Open floor plan is family-friendly & great for entertaining.

True neighborhood feel on a tree-lined street. Walk to elementary school or UVA; minutes to UVA Hospital, downtown mall, 5th Street Station & I-64. MLS# 581195

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$320,000 - #579348 – Greenwood Farms Open plan, updated kitchen & more Joe Griffin, 434-327-2554 Angus Arrington, 434-531-1100 DIR: 29 N to Rt. 33 E, L on Toms Road, L on Greenwood Road.

315 Whitethorn Court

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$242,900 - #581667 – Enderly Acres Convenient location, many updates Anne Lohr, 434-987-2740 DIR: 29 N towards Ruckersville. Just past Holly Hill, 2nd L on Heatherton Dr. (cross over southbound Rt. 29 before reaching Sheetz). Stay on Heatherton which becomes Whitethorn Court. Home on R.

2122 Sundown Place

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$319,000 - #580028 – Pavilions at Pantops Parade of Homes “Best Kitchen” winner Sabina Martin, 434-981-1147 DIR: From Downtown, 250 E to Pantops, L on Rolkin Road. Continue to 2nd roundabout to 1st R on Verona Dr, 2nd L on Sundown Place to home on R.

4735 Amber Ridge Court

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$289,000 - #581399 – Highlands Lots of living spaces, basement Cheryl Sprangel, 434-981-6695 DIR; 250 W, slight R on 240. L into Highlands, 1st L on Mechums River Road, 1st R on Amber Ridge Road, 1st L on Amber Ridge Court. Home on R.

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$229,000 - #578999 – Lake Monticello Large deck, fully fenced yard & more Maggie MacInnis, 434-981-6669 DIR: I-64 E to exit 129, R on 616 (Union Mills Rd), R on 600 (S. Boston Rd), L on River Ridge Drive to enter Riverside section. 1st L on Riverside Drive, home on R.

2300 Mill Ridge Road

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3375 Darby Road

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$699,000 - #574699 – Glenmore $729,000 - #574822 – Mill Ridge Gourmet kitchen, first floor master 5 serene acres, updated kitchen Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 DIR: Garth Road past Hunt Country Store, L on Mill DIR: 250 E to R at Glenmore light on Glenmore Way, follow to R on Piper Way. Check in at gatehouse.

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New to Market Under Contract

Ashcroft, Albemarle Co. $450,000 – MLS #581518 1.6 acre private setting, spacious deck Linda Broadbent, 434-960-0375 Tele Jenifer, 434-249-5915

Country Living with Privacy Milton Hills, Albemarle Co. $380,000 – MLS #581747 Pastoral views, open floor plan Bob/Tricia Traugott, 434-882-0824

Beautifully Appointed Town Home Old Trail, Albemarle Co. $379,900 – MLS #581599 Backs to park, meticulously maintained Justin Kent, 434-951-7052 Wes Kent, 434-951-7008

Gorgeous Setting – 16 Acres Scottsville, Fluvanna Co. $350,000 – MLS #581723 Stately brick rancher, private setting Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

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Huntley Hall, Charlottesville $315,000 – MLS #581604 New paint inside & out, new kitchen & more Tom Bibb, 434-962-4663

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f selling your home is a priority, you probably know our market is active and that inventory is scarce in many neighborhoods.

Sellers may correctly interpret this information to mean their home may sell more quickly and at a better price than in years past.

They may also believe all they have to do is put a sign in the front yard and the house will sell itself. If only it were that easy.

The truth is, when you’re ready to sell your home, it’s more important than ever to consult your REALTOR®. That way you can get the best advice about pricing and selling it from someone who is intimately acquainted with your neighborhood’s market dynamics.

The bottom line is, it is the correctly priced homes that sell quickly and at the best possible price Finding that best price can be tricky, though, and is both an art and a science. It is based on a combination of what similar homes in your neighborhood have sold for, your current competition and your agent’s expertise and experience.

The condition of your home is also a critical part of the puzzle, as are a host of other factors such as proximity to jobs, local schools and amenities such as shopping, parks and playgrounds.

Sellers can become familiar with home prices in their area by visiting websites like REALTOR.com®, Trulia, and Zillow. However, without viewing lots of other homes in the area and being familiar with what it is about them that made them sell quickly—or not—it is nearly impossible to select a winning price.

In addition, and of critical importance, most sellers are not able to be objective about their own homes and almost always want to inflate the value.

Fortunately, your REALTOR® knows the market well, is familiar with other homes for sale in the neighborhood and can be objective about what yours has to offer in comparison. That plus an analysis of recent sales can help prevent either over or under-pricing your home when it goes on the market.

Selling the Buyers The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) 2018 survey of generational trends in home buying found that most buyers under the age of 72 start their house search online.

By the time these buyers contact a REALTOR® for help—and 87 percent did—they are familiar with the inventory, have eliminated some homes from

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into the common belief that buyers can submit a lower offer and between them they can negotiate a price somewhere in between. While that seems logical, it is likely to backfire.

The amount of monthly payment buyers can afford, and/or are comfortable paying, is a big part of what drives their decision about what homes to look at. If yours is overpriced, buyers will eliminate it up front because they believe they can’t afford it.

On the other hand, buyers who qualify for higher payments may also reject your home because it won’t compare favorably to others in the same price range. All of this reduces the number of showings, which doesn’t help your home to sell.

While the price can always be reduced, buyers who might have made an offer when it first came on the market have very likely already bought another house.

The Challenge of New Construction

How to Price Your Home to

SELL

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consideration and have an idea about what they can expect to pay.

In addition, before taking them to look at homes, their REALTOR® will make sure they are prequalified by a lender so they know how much house they can afford.

Since buyers form their initial impressions from online searches, it is, of course, essential that your home look its absolute best in pictures, videos and descriptions. You want your prospects to be excited about what they expect to see and to feel they are getting good

value for their money. If not, no matter how nice the house is, they may eliminate it before they ever see the inside.

Of course the home must also live up to its marketing, and buyers and agents must both be convinced the actual condition and amenities of the house justify its price. If not the buyers will not linger, and agents won’t bring other prospects to view the home.

Price It to Sell Most sellers want to set a higher price on their homes than market conditions suggest. They may also buy

Today’s market is an undeniably good one for sellers. However, Roy Wheeler’s Matthew Woodson offers a note of caution. While he is excited about the current market and what it means for sellers, he urges them to be realistic when choosing a price if they want to sell their home in a reasonable amount of time.

This advice is especially important for those whose homes are in the same price range as new construction. Buyers who can afford a brand new home can choose from popular features such as high energy efficiency, open floor plans and one level living. Many also appreciate the warranties that come with new homes and being spared the inconvenience of renovating to fit their needs.

This means at the very least sellers must be sure their house is in topnotch condition before it goes on the market. A little psychology also helps explains Byrd Abbott with Roy Wheeler Realty Co. “If people think they are getting a great deal it can make a difference,” she says.

If you are ready to sell your home, contact your REALTOR® today. Then price it to take advantage of our fastpaced market. You’ll be living in your next house before you know it.

Celeste Smucker is a writer and blogger who lives in Charlottesville.

The condition of your home is also a critical part of the puzzle, as are a host of other factors such as proximity to jobs, local schools and amenities such as shopping, parks and playgrounds.

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• 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bath Character Rich home • Ambrosia Maple Counters from Ivy; White Oak Cabinets • Private Wooded Views & Low VOC Bamboo Flooring • Pull Under Multi-Car-port w Hidden Stairwell • Covered Front Porch and 24x10 Screened Deck

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• 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

3529 President’s Rd

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• MLS 575449 • 3 Bedrooms • 1 bath • totally renovated • On 2 acres in Albemarle County • Utility shed

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• Eat-in-Kitchen w/Granite Counter, Marble Backsplash • Ornate Lighting & Ceramic Tile floor • Covered Wrap-around Front Porch • Picturesque Cville St & fenced yard • 4 min. to UVA & Wegmans • Pool, Playground & Tons of Nature Trails

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383 Wooded Acres Offered in 3 Tracts w/ Potential for 18 Lots

AUCTION SITE: Best Western Plus 109 Apple Tree Ln, Waynesboro, VA Selling for the benefit of Fishburne Military School and others

• Great location 2 miles from Waynesboro nestled between Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Mountains • Totally wooded in young to mature hardwoods with walking / atv trails throughout • Offered in 3 tracts with the potential for 18 lots with the installation of a driveway • Fantastic building site on the ridge of Ramsey Mountain with views in all directions • Excellent for timber investment, hunting and recreational retreat, residential development, or private estate

DIR: From Waynesboro, N Delphine Ave (US340N) to R on B St. 1/2mi to L on Jackson Ave. Bear R on A St. 1/4mi to L on Calf Mountain Rd (622). 2mi to property on left.

AGENT ON SITE self-guided tours ok anytime • Sun, Sep.23 1-3 • Thu, Sep.27 4-6 • Sun, Sep.30 1-3 • Sun, Oct.7 1-3 AGENTS: 2% Commission Available REAL ESTATE TERMS: 10% deposit due day of sale. Balance due on or about 30 days. 5% buyer’s premium. Sells to highest bidder(s).

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500 +/- acres with 3 rented cottages located within 15-20 minutes of Charlottesville and UVA. $2,495,000 MLS #576621

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Circa 1850, Excellent value of 74 acres in Scottsville. Vintage dependencies, new horse barn with indoor pool. $695,000 MLS#564151

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Exquisite home w/ custom detailing throughout. 1st floor master, Come build your log cabin overlooking the 5 acre lake, near the center of this magnificent 178+ acre property.

3 generously sized bedrooms & ample outdoor living areas. $495,000 MLS#569558 $899,000 MLS # 565879

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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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Extraordinary home c 1850 on 16+ AC. Classic finishes, vaulted ceilings, above garage apt. & rolling pastures in a private setting. $499,000 MLS#555704

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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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HOME SALES STATS

ENDING THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

There were 70 sales in the 11 county and city areas n 28 were in Albemarle with an average price of $411,081 n n n n n n n n

2 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $243,627 13 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $203,562 1 was in Greene with a price of $289,900 6 were in Louisa with an average price of $346,750 2 were in Madison with an average price of $284,125 6 were in Nelson with an average price of $252,667 3 were in Orange with an average price of $298,333 6 were in Staunton with an average price of $186,567

n 3 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $284,267

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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

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WHITTINGTON STANDOUT CLOSE TO UVA

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1582 KENDRA STREET $975,000 Set on spectacular 1 acre elevated lot with mountain and city light views, this home offers an open floor plan, 1st floor master suite, gourmet kitchen, multi-level outdoor spaces, home office, gym, and 3-car garage. One of three Whittington homes with over 6,700 finished sq ft. Upgrades including wide-plank hardwood, heated flooring, coffered ceilings, and crystal chandeliers make this home over $1M if built today. Shannon Thomas (434) 882-1761. MLS# 580963

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2215 TYLER PLACE • $645,000 2-story home boasts modern floorplan with sanctuary style deck & sunroom. Spacious rooms, custom built-ins in multiple rooms, extensive storage areas, gracious formal spaces & several casual living areas. Primary master suite on main floor, plus second master suite upstairs. Tommy Brannock (434) 981-1486. MLS# 581516

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26 ACRE ALBEMARLE ESTATE - REDUCED

BLUE RIDGE VIEWS ON 13 FARMINGTON ACRES

2210 CAMARGO DRIVE • $1,250,000 With exceptional curb appeal in the Meriwether Lewis district, this stone & hardiplank residence built in 2007 by Jacque Homes offers 1st floor master, open casual living spaces, covered porch, roughed-in kitchen, screening & wine tasting rooms on the lower level & 2 bluestone patios. MLS# 580821

4865 GILBERT STATION ROAD • $1,345,000 Privately set, 26 acre country property comprised of a 4,065 sq ft, 4 bed, 4.5 bath main house with attached 2-car garage, plus adjacent garage with an in-law or guest apartment & barn. This potential horse property is within easy walking or riding distance of Preddy Creek. Moments to Baker-Butler. MLS# 571415

2155 DOGWOOD LANE • $5,995,000 Sited on one of Farmington’s largest, most beautiful parcels, ‘Treetops’ is a center hall Georgian constructed to uncompromising standards. Distinguished 6 bedroom, 8 bath residence enjoys panoramic Blue Ridge views & Ivy Creek frontage. Charming, immaculate guest cottage with 3 bedroom suites. MLS# 560048

MINUTES TO DOWNTOWN

REDUCED - ON A GREENBRIER CUL DE SAC

CONVENIENT LOCATION ON PANTOPS

1570 SAWGRASS COURT • $510,000 Former builder’s model & EarthCraft Certified home loaded with upgrades. Special features include stunning 2-story great room w/ fireplace, large screened porch, 1st floor master suite, gourmet kitchen w/ designer cabinetry, granite tops, tile backsplash, wall oven & gas cook top. Lindsay Milby (434) 962-9148. MLS# 581391

1618 KING MOUNTAIN ROAD • $598,000 This charming 4 bedroom Cape on a private, tranquil, ½ acre parcel could not be more centrally located in the city. Lovely curb appeal, spacious bedrooms, woodburning fireplace, carport, sunroom, full basement and walk-up attic are just a few of its appealing attributes. Sally Neill (434) 531-9941. MLS# 580493

945 DORCHESTER PLACE #301 • $166,900 This turnkey 1 BR, 1 Bath Carriage Hill condo has a deep one car garage with an inside entrance into the unit. Vaulted ceilings, laminate wood floors and lots of windows offer natural light, openness and easy maintenance. Freshly painted, new carpet and updated fixtures. Suzie Hegemier (434) 962-8425. MLS# 580694

SPECTACULAR VIEWS IN GREENWOOD

8464 MOUNTAIN HOLLOW ROAD • $525,000 Wildman’s Woods in Greenwood, a 2,700 sq ft contemporary tucked into the hillside of the Blue Ridge, is a true gem. Situated on over 7.5 acres, this is arguably the most peaceful spot in Greenwood. Open floor plan with a wall of windows, stone fireplace. Genevieve Verlaak (434) 996-6683. MLS# 581538

202 STURBRIDGE ROAD $785,000 Comprehensively renovated classic colonial on a quiet cul de sac minutes from UVA, featuring state-of-the-art kitchen, bathrooms & top quality finishes. This 5 bed, 4.5 bath home offers a mix of casual & formal rooms, light-drenched breakfast room & finished walk-out basement. Stunning master bedroom showcases a dreamy spa-like bath w/ heated floors & jaw-dropping walk-in closet.

Mature landscaping, brick patio, irrigation & fenced rear yard. Sally Neill (434) 531-9941. MLS# 581539

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