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New to Market Under Contract

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

One Level Living at its Finest Whittington, Albemarle Co. $799,700 – MLS #585764 Brand new home, gourmet kitchen Justin Kent, 434-951-7052

Earlysville Forest, Albemarle Co. $349,500 – MLS #585613 1st floor master BR + 3 additional BRs Kathy Woodson, 434-951-7018

Beautiful 3 BR Home

Lake Monticello, Fluvanna Co. $205,000 – MLS #585695 Plenty of natural light! Open feel Christopher Eagle, 434-284-0425

Feature Properties

Exquisite Estate Home

Keswick Estate, Albemarle Co. $2,650,000 – MLS #561427 Formal gardens & greenhouse, 5 BR Bob/Tricia Traugott, 434-882-0824

Custom Built Georgian

Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $839,000 – MLS #570319 Open plan, renovated kitchen, privacy Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 www.2108PiperWay.com

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Over an Acre on a Cul-De-Sac

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.

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

Dignified Colonial

Development/Investment Potential

Picture Perfect, Artist Paradise!

Lovely Split Level Home

Completely Remodeled Home

Beautiful & Spacious on 5 Acres

One Level Living-No Steps!

The Rocks, Albemarle Co. $1,595,000 – MLS #580808 40 ft. screened porch, 2-story entry Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972

Rapidan Forest, Louisa Co. $475,000 – MLS #576586 Custom-built colonial on 10 private acres Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693

New Home to be Built

Ruckersville, Greene Co. $354,950 – MLS #581143 Wood floors main level, 2-car garage Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

City of Charlottesville $1,500,000 – MLS #582158 Existing Over/Under Duplex w/extra land Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

Northfields, Albemarle Co. $412,500 – MLS #580569 4 BR, 3 BA, great neighborhood Kris Jensen, 434-566-1738

Greenwood Farms, Greene Co,. $320,000 – MLS #579348 Open plan, updated kitchen & more Joe Griffin, 434-327-2554 Angus Arrington, 434-531-1100

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Exceptional Custom Home

Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $899,000 – MLS #578572 Stone FP, wall of windows on golf course Alyson Maupin, 434-953-6112

Earlysville, Albemarle Co. $392,500 – MLS #582247 Peaceful setting, 3.41 ac, 3-car garage Sylvia Guengerich, 434-981-2230

Branchlands, Albemarle Co. $182,500 – MLS #580357 Handicapped accessible, move-in ready Barbara Seidler, 434-960-2102

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WILEY DRIVE

Immaculate home that has been thoughtfully and tastefully remodeled to the highest standards.Custom woodwork throughout. Beautiful inside and out. A peaceful and quiet setting with wonderful mountain views. First floor master suite. Second floor offers; 3 bedrooms, family room and 2 baths. Kitchen features; custom cabinets, granite countertops, Rohl faucets, Sub Zero, Bosch and Dacor appliances. $1,350,000

Dramatic, contemporary country home. Privately set on 3.3 acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Soaring ceiling in the great room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Large gourmet kitchen with Viking and Sub Zero appliances. One floor living plus a large 2 room loft. Extensive outdoor living spaces; covered front porch, rear screened porch and a private deck. Lovely wooded lot offers privacy without seclusion. $549,900

MOSELY DRIVE

Spacious 2 story townhome. Convenient to UVA. This home offers 4 bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a screened porch. No HOA fees. $199,000

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A DREAM HOME IS GREAT, BUT THE RIGHT ONE IS BETTER. Let an agent who knows guide you.

GOLF FRONT in Nelson Co

Bev Nash • • • • • •

$335,000

$449,900

434-981-5560

Custom golf front 4 bedroom, 3 bath home Stoney Creek, in the Valley below Wintergreen Ski in the mornings, golf in the afternoon 3,352 sq ft of living space plus a garage and workshop Landscaped 0.85 acre oasis lot, new deck, hot-tub Oak floors, fresh paint, 2 main level masters

SYCAMORE SQUARE

Ruth Guss • • • • • •

NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR THE NEW YEAR

434-960-0414

4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, 3,023 Fin Sq. Ft. Open Concept, 9’ Ceilings, Hardwood Floors Basement Family Room, Rough-In for Full Bath Granite Counters, Stainless Appliances, Gas Cooking Corner Lot, Fenced Rear Yard, 2 Car Attached Garage Paved Driveway, Unfinished Areas for Future Expansion

$369,000

133 BLUE RIDGE DR

Shannon G. Hudson

$424,900

540.661.2083

• Classic home in a classy neighborhood • 5 bedrooms w/3 masters, 4.5 baths • Landscaped w/brick courtyard & fountain • Partial basement w/1 car garage • Sunroom, FP, built in bookshelves

Leonard Street

$95,000

1128 Leonard St. Charlottesville VA. 22902

MLS 582935

Greene County

SIMILAR TO PHOTO

Dan Corbin

434-531-6155

Fluvanna County Opportunities

• Lake Monticello - From $189,000 Boating, Fishing, Golf • West River Meadows - From $199,000 High Speed Internet/Cable - No HOA • Two Rivers Community - From $319,000 Private Rivanna River Park • Piney Mountain - From $375,000 10+ Acre Lots - No HOA

LETS BUILD IN 2019

Basement

Candice van der Linde

$599,900

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434-531-6155

• 10+ Acre Buildings Sites in Beautiful Area • Create The Perfect Get Away in Palmyra, VA • Privacy that’s Close to Shopping and Schools • NO HOA, Common Sense C&RS, Well & Septic • Limited Opportunity - 11 Lots - Your Choice $99,900

434.985.0021 21708 James Madison Hwy Troy Va 22974 ZION CROSSROADS

434-981-8730

Visuals by:

• Downtown Belmont • Better than NEW! • Open Layout; Spacious Bathrooms & Full Basement • Hardwood, Ceramic Tile & Mountain Views • Main Level Living 3 Bed 2 Baths

Fluvanna County - Piney Mountain - NEW

Dan Corbin

Main Level

All details and dimensions are approximate and subject to variation. Drawing for reference only.

Lori Click • • • •

Forest View Subdivision

434-326-7593

4 Bedrooms, 4 1/2 Baths, 6,100+/- Sq. Ft. Main Level Breakfast, Family & Sun Rooms Exercise Room, Home Theatre (Stadium Seating) Paved Driveway, 3 Bay Attached Garage, Plus a 26 x 30 Heated & Cooled Detached Garage • 4.592 Acres, Fenced Back Yard, MLS #574943

Pat Burns • • • • • • •

434-465-4444

Charming mountainside bungalow. Central heat and air Woodstove Hardwood floors Updated kitchen and bath. 2 porches, lovely deck MLS # 584767

2315 Jersey Pine Ridge

Candice van der Linde • • • • • •

$398,000

434-981-8730

Located in a nicely appointed lot in Briarwood Eat-in-Kitchen w/Granite Counter, Cherry Cabinets Cascading Wall of Stairway Windows Covered Front Porch, Finished Basement Ornate Lighting & Ceramic Tile floor Close to NGIC, GE, Airport, Shopping & Dining

434.974.1500 943 Glenwood Station Ln Suite 203 Charlottesville VA 22901

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A Virginia Tradition Since 1927 Greene: 434-985-2348

Zion Crossroads: 434-589-2611

Downtown: 434-296-7171

Wintergreen: 434-325-8018

Western Albemarle: 434-205-4355

Ednam Hall • Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903

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CRAFTSMAN STYLE RANCHER includes

3BR/2BA, attached 2-car garage, open floor plan between living room and kitchen w/ 9' ceilings and hardwood floors. Kitchen with granite counter tops, breakfast bar, stainless appliances, tons of cabinet & counter space. Master with walk-in closet, private bath w/double vanity and large shower. Covered front porch and rear deck. $228,700. Susan Reres, 434-953-5552. (583088)

CHARM OF YESTERDAY ABOUNDS! Built in the early 1900's, this home is longing to be restored. Beautiful wood floors, handsome built ins and 9' ceilings. Claw foot tub in 2nd full bath. Central heat and air / newer windows. On a half acre walkable to downtown Crozet. $324,000. Caroline Revercomb, 434-981-1893. (585162)

COME TO THE LAKE and enjoy all the amenities using one of the beaches, pool or boating. Fenced backyard, massive deck and covered patio. Three bedrooms and full bath on the main level and family room and full bath in the basement are just some of the features of this home. $184,500. www.KathyMarkwood.com 434-985-6454. (585350)

COMFORTABLE, IMPECCABLY CLEAN

NOT MANY CONDOS at Wintergreen Resort offer ZERO steps from your car to the front door! The ease of access and location next door to the Wintergarden Spa, Devil's Knob Golf Course, and Devil's Grill help add to the appeal of this condo which is sold fully furnished and move-in ready. $109,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-9620226. (576017)

CREATE YOUR OWN COUNTRY RETREAT on 30+ cleared acres with a creek. Electricity is routed to the property. Driveway in place. There are 2 parcels just waiting for you to build your dream home! Bring your own builder or use one of ours! $125,000. Priced $36,000 below assessment. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (570487)

BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS for as far as the eye can see! Only one of two condos at Wintergreen Resort which offer an elevator Open floor plan, galley kitchen, spectacular views, great room w/ wood-burning fireplace, large master bedroom w/ deck access, ceramic tile in both bathrooms, covered parking, & fully furnished. $185,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (584147)

ELEGANT RENOVATIONS combined w/ Blue Ridge Mountain views & ski front location make this the perfect retreat at Wintergreen Resort! Located about 50 feet from the Dobie Slope granting access to every run on the mountain. Granite counters, stainless appliances, oak cabinets, beautiful laminate flooring. Great rental history provides a steady stream of income! $125,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (581967)

SPECTACULAR LOT in a vineyard setting near award-winning winery! Gorgeous elevated lot with fabulous rock outcropping is highest point in neighborhood with potential for breathtaking views with proper home site clearing. Fiber optic, buried electric, installed well. $299,000. Susan Reres, 434-953-5552. (577924)

THE WATERFRONT LOT you have been waiting for & one of the last premier water lots available offering BREATHTAKING views of Lake Monticello ~ Year-Round! Build your custom DREAM Home enjoying almost 520 ft. of prime waterfront Very private, level, cul-de-sac lot! Easy access to main gate. $349,900. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-5310795. (585334)

LOCATED CLOSE TO MINT SPRINGS PARK and within minutes of Crozet, this gorgeous 2.1 acre parcel offers an elevated building site with views of the Blue Ridge and Ragged Mountains. Mint Springs Park amenities include swimming, hiking, fishing and a playground. Excellent opportunity for purchase in Western Albemarle. $139,450. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (583945)

GORGEOUS PRIVATE 21 acre wooded parcel located in Southern Albemarle enjoys privacy, mature hardwood forest, trails, elevated building sites with views of long frontage along Ramsey Creek below with pond possibilities. Parcel is located close to both the James & Rockfish Rivers and only minutes from the historic river town of Scottsville. $134,500. info@stevewhiterealtor. com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (583114)

and filled with natural light, this 1-level home has been tastefully updated with modern finishes not commonly found in this price range. Updates include a new heat pump, kitchen cabinets with granite tops and stainless appliances, hardwood/ carpet /ceramic tile flooring, recessed lighting and two refinished full baths. $234,900. Lance Hoover, 434-989-4187. (585512)

Celebrating Over Ninety Years Trust, Tradition & Market Leadership

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271 Hager Lane Privacy, gorgeous views and minutes from breweries, cideries, Nellysford and Wintergreen! This 3 BR, 3 BA home on 11.41 acres is perfect for year-round living or as a getaway retreat. The main level has a spacious great room with a handsome fireplace and a wall of windows to take in the vistas. The kitchen has tiled floors with radiant heat along with granite countertops and custom cabinets. Hardwood floors in the living area. Master and guest bath have been totally re-done. Upper level master with an inviting balcony and a large sitting room/loft. Walk-out basement with rec room, bath and laundry. 1-car garage/shop and storage area. $349,000

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Home and 24 acres (mostly pasture) for $395,000 Additional 42.15 acres could be purchased as well.

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What’s Happening Around Town? St. Anne’s-Belfield School Hosting February 16 Girls’ Geek Day for Area Elementary School Girls St. Anne’s-Belfield School will host a Girls’ Geek Day for area elementary school girls on Saturday, February 16. Students are invited to join this free community event designed to spark girls’ interests in technology and computing, and will be able to access fun, collaborative, hands-on investigations into topics ranging from robotics to engineering to mathematics and more. The first Girls’ Geek Day was held in 2013, the creation of Albemarle County Schools teacher Paula White. Today, White and Kim Wilkens, St. Anne’s-Belfield School computer science coordinator and founder of local non-profit Tech-Girls, work together with community organizations and volunteers to hold and support monthly events during the school year. An average of 60 students routinely attend Girls’ Geek Days, with events held in various local schools. To register for the February 16 event, please visit www.tech-girls.org. Students in Grade 3 or below must have a parent with them during the event. St. Anne’s-Belfield School is a co-educational preschool through grade twelve day school of nearly 900 students and more than 150 faculty and staff, with a boarding program in grades nine through twelve. Fifteen countries are represented in the student body, with 40 percent of students receiving financial aid. More information may be found at www.stab.org.

Virginia Humanities Announces Fifteen New Grants Virginia Humanities announces $79,700 in recent grants to fifteen nonprofit organizations in support of public humanities programs for audiences throughout the Commonwealth and beyond. The Virginia Humanities Grant Program responds directly to the interests and concerns of local communities across Virginia. Since 1974, Virginia Humanities has awarded more than 4,000 grants, creating opportunities for Virginians to share their stories,

explore what makes us each unique, and connect through what we have in common. “From Pulaski County in Southwest Virginia to Warsaw in the Northern Neck, these grants reach across the Commonwealth to support organizations that are doing important work,” said Matthew Gibson, Virginia Humanities executive director. “Fostering a shared understanding of Virginia’s history and culture is central to our mission, and the projects included in this grant cycle will do just that.” Virginia Humanities grant projects reach an estimated annual audience of 1.5 million, with an average 4:1 dollar match. As a result of Virginia Humanities grant funding, educational and cultural organizations across the state have harnessed the power of the humanities to address important contemporary issues and enrich the lives of all Virginians. The following organizations received grants from Virginia Humanities between July 1, 2018 and January 31, 2019: American Civil War Museum (Richmond): $9,000 An exhibit and related public programs exploring the roles that Jefferson Davis, his family, and the Confederate Museum (later the Museum of the Confederacy) played in developing the “Lost Cause” narrative after the Civil War. Bower Center for the Arts (Bedford): $7,000 An exhibit and related public programs to be held in June 2019, honoring the story of the 22 “Bedford Boys” who died on June 6, 1944 as part of the D-Day invasion. Catticus Corporation (Farmville project focus): $9,000 Research and early-stage script development for a documentary film on the response of white Southerners, particularly in Virginia, to the Supreme Court’s 1954 desegregation mandate. Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History (Danville): $3,000 Planning for an exhibit and series of related programs on the life and achievements of Camilla Williams, a Danville native who was the first African

George Mason University (Fairfax): $9,000 Development of a website that tells the story of the “lost segment” of the Appalachian Trail through Southern Virginia and the social and economic impact that the re-routing of the Trail had on Virginia communities. Longwood University (Farmville): $2,200 Publication and distribution of original writings by American military veterans and their families, exploring the effects of combat and the experience of military service generally. Menokin Foundation (Warsaw): $5,000 Research focusing on the lives of individuals who were enslaved at Menokin Plantation in Richmond County. New York Women in Film and Television (Alexandria): $7,500 A half-hour documentary film exploring the history and stories of African American life in Alexandria as seen through the eyes and creative work of two local artists who build miniature dioramas depicting scenes from daily life in city neighborhoods. Northampton Historic Preservation Society (Eastville): $3,000 Production of a documentary video on the social history of the 1914 Jail in Northampton County on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, followed by a public “premiere” screening/discussion of the finished film. Prince William Public Library System (Prince William): $1,000 Publication of a study/discussion guide (print and on-line versions) to be used in conjunction with public screenings of the documentary film “An Outrage” which explores the history and legacies of lynching in the American South. Prio Bangla, Inc. (Arlington): $3,000 An interpretive publication to complement the seventh annual Prio Bangla Festival in Arlington, designed to showcase the cultural diversity of

Virginia Chamber Orchestra (Alexandria): $5,000 A print publication, interpretive performance, video, classroom resources, and series of public screenings and discussion programs exploring music in the life of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Western Tidewater Virginia Heritage (Suffolk); $3,000 An hour-long documentary film on the history of peanut cultivation in the region of Virginia known as Western Tidewater; and on the role that peanuts have played in the history, culture, economy, and daily life of the region. YMCA of Pulaski County (Pulaski): $10,000 A research and oral history project focusing on the history of the Calfee Training School in Pulaski County, one of many such schools that provided education for African American children during segregation, and the site of a landmark legal challenge under the doctrine of “separate but equal.” About Virginia Humanities Grants: The Open Grant Program welcomes proposals on a wide range of subjects, for projects in any format, with awards up to $10,000. Deadlines are April 15th and October 15th. Draft proposals are strongly encouraged. The Discretionary Grant Program provides smaller grants of up to $3,000. There is no deadline for this program, but applicants should contact Virginia Humanities staff in advance before submitting a proposal. For more information, visit VirginiaHumanities.org/Grants. About Virginia Humanities: Virginia Humanities connects people and ideas to explore the human experience and inspire cultural engagement. By supporting and producing cultural, civic, local, and global programs for broad public audiences, Virginia Humanities creates opportunities for all Virginians to share their stories and learn about the experiences of others, so that we can explore our differences, connect through what we have in common, and honor the humanity we all share. Established in 1974 and headquartered at the University of Virginia, Virginia Humanities is the state humanities’ council, one of fifty-six councils across the nation that the National Endowment for the Humanities created in order to better insert the humanities directly and effectively into public life. To learn more, visit VirginiaHumanities.org. n

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Gallery 5 (Richmond): $3,000 A series of facilitated public conversations, presented monthly, exploring a range of social issues that are central to Richmond’s past and present.

Northern Virginia and promote cultural exchange.

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American soprano to appear with a major American opera company and who went on to gain international recognition as a singer and civil rights pioneer.

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INGLECRESS

Designed by Dick Shank of Shank & Gray Architects. First floor master bedroom with bath. Second level contains 4 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths in sought-after close to town location. MLS#581994 $1,100,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

ASHCROFT

THE GLEN

Expansive city and mountain views from this custom built immaculate residence privately situated on 1.4 Acres. Land backs up to nature preserve. Convenient to Downtown and University of Virginia. MLS#585011 $1,495,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

MEADOWBROOK HILLS

400 acre estate in magnificent private setting next to Blue Ridge Mts., Madison County. c. 1900 5 bedroom, farmhouse completely renovated. Farm in excellent condition with many streams and lake. MLS#585345 $3,695,000 Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076.

Milton L. Grigg ca. 1941 has historical integrity and 2005 addition. 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths, open kitchen with breakfast nook, family room with fireplace and master suite. MLS#585792 $1,085,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863 CAAR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY WWW.CAAR.COM

Extraordinary renovated 2-story, 5 bedroom home in excellent condition! Modern kitchen adjoining family room with fireplace, first floor master suite and second floor master, nursery, study, screened porch with fireplace off family room, lower level walk-out rec room with fireplace, oversized 2-car garage with potential to be office or efficiency apartment above. Meriwether Lewis School District. MLS#585447 $1,100,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

WILLIAM COX HOUSE

HISTORIC, circa 1780, on 28 beautiful, mostly open acres, with great Blue Ridge Mountain views, and river frontage. Residence enlarged and completely remodeled in the past ten years. MLS#581306 $1,200,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

ARCOURT

French-inspired, custom stone home on 22 acres in Keswick Hunt Country, with superb construction and details. Three-stall stable; spacious carriage home; fenced for horses in a beautiful, private setting. $2,490,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

SELMA

Historic plantation with a meticulously restored and updated Federal era house built in the 1830s, much of the original woodwork and paneling is intact and sited on a 50 acre property looking south over rolling fields. Philip Reed, 804.833.8325

OLD MANSE

1868 farm house on the National Register of Historic Places. The Greek Revival home, with a standing seam metal roof, is surrounded by ancient boxwoods, mature trees, and gardens which provide for a lovely, park-like yard. In need of restoration, but exceptionally wellpriced. 46 acres, all in the city limits of Orange, with easement possibilities. MLS#585098 $595,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

EDNAM

PRICED 40K BELOW TAX ASSESSMENT! 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, Cape well maintained, hardwood floors throughout first level, main level master, walk to Boar’s Head. MLS#583351 $619,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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SPRING CREEK

FANTASTIC LOCATION-LIKE-NEW CONDITION! Backs up to golf course. Energy efficient home, inside open floor plan, custom designed kitchen, 4 bedroom, full mostly finished, basement. MLS#583353 $397,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

WOODLANDS ROAD

11.31 acres in a wonderful location close to town and convenient to Barracks Road and airport! Great privacy, rolling land, stream and level building site. Pastoral views overlooking an adjacent, large VOF eased farm. MLS#573509 $299,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

TAYLOR MOUNTAIN FARM

Private, lovely views and convenient building site in the desirable Western School District, 15 minutes to town. Potential for division with 3 development rights and adjoining hundreds of conserved acres MLS#585227 $350,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

JUSTIN DRIVE

Wooded parcel with outstanding views and long frontage on the Rivanna River close to shopping, restaurants and more, yet totally private. Spectacular building site overlooking the river accessed by private drive. MLS#580880 $495,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

OXFORD ROAD

Private, level lot with a fenced yard and lovely deck, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with mid-century details, offers living room with fireplace, dining room and eat-in kitchen. Venable school district with off street parking. MLS#585224 $435,000 Tim Michel 434.960.1124

NARAMATA

Splendid private sanctuary in Madison County on 36 acres, magnificent landscaped grounds private rural setting. Residence has large comfortable rooms,floor to ceiling French doors, three covered porches. MLS#581174 $699,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

ASHCROFT

Stunning mountaintop dream home with breathtaking views. Quality constructed, farmhouse-style residence situated on lovely 1.33 acres and offers convenience to Downtown and UVA-only 5-6 miles away! MLS#583740 $1,200,000 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

MURRAY LANE

No HOA!!!! Beautiful 21 acres, privately situated in small Ivy subdivision, just 10 miles west, at end of cul-du-sac, state-maintained road, underground electric in place. MLS#579399 $289,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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any folks share the dream of living on a nice rural spread. One where they can raise cattle, board their horses and have a big garden. Getting away from the close confines of city life and nosy neighbors adds to the appeal of country life for many. These are the people who put high value on privacy and room to spread out. Taking long walks and never leaving their property while breathing fresh air means a lot to them, as does having animals like dogs, cats and chickens.

And then there are the entrepreneurs. The ones who raise organic crops and grass-fed beef to sell at farmers markets and to local restaurants. Or the ones who invite the public to taste their wines, pick fruit in season, enjoy jack-olantern carving contests at harvest time, or run a wedding venue. If you dream of country living, give your REALTOR® a call. There couldn’t be a better time to buy a rural property than right now. Interest rates continue to be historically low and the market for these special properties, while recovering, favors buyers. Don’t delay. The deals won’t last.

Rural Central Virginia Murdoch Matheson with Frank Hardy Sotheby’s International Realty has lived in rural areas of the Commonwealth all of his life and can’t say enough about the benefits of our area. It is a place with a “great pace of life,” he says. And being conveniently located on the east coast makes it easy for us to travel to other parts of the world. Buyers from congested areas like New York, DC, or New Jersey are impressed with the low property taxes and the amount of home and acreage their money can buy here. They relocate to enjoy the luxury of open private space with superior views. And they come here so their

kids can run around in the woods instead of being cooped up in a small yard in town. And, unlike in large metropolitan areas, they can live in the country near Charlottesville and still be close enough to town to shop and enjoy theater, music, restaurants and other benefits without taking a long drive. Many second home buyers also love rural properties. Matheson notes that often his buyers are individuals who may still be working and who travel a lot. They want a place to relax in a beautiful and very private setting when their schedules permit.

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Buyers: Now is the Time Agents are cautiously optimistic about the rural property market including raw land, farms and both contemporary and historic estates. Most agree it is still a buyers’ market and encourage serious purchasers to come and be impressed by what is available. Justin Wiley with Wiley Real Estate - Orange describes a slowly improving rural property market compared to a year ago, though it has not enjoyed the kind of activity we have experienced in residential property, he adds. “The buyers are out there,” he says. He looks forward to a good spring market believing recent cold and snow have discouraged purchasers from getting out and walking property lines. There has been some promising activity in the over $1 million price range, he notes. His company helped facilitate the sale of two historic properties in 2018, Mt Athos, and Marsh Run Farm, both in Orange County. In early March, another of his clients will close on an historic estate in Keswick. Jim Faulconer with McLean Faulconer, Inc. describes a soft market, which makes for great opportunities for buyers. He notes that properties in the under $1 million price point are selling. “We have seen some good activity in small farms in the $400 to $700 thousand range with quick sales when the properties were priced right,” agrees John Ince, Associate Broker with Wiley Real Estate - Orange, who just bought a small farm in Somerset in Orange County. “Buyer activity has been strong in the County when value and quality are both evident,” he adds. Often high end rural properties are dedicated to specific uses, says Jane Fogleman with Roy Wheeler Realty, Co., which means they aren’t suitable for everyone in a particular price range. Horse owners have needs different from a buyer who wants an historic home, or a place that can be rented through Airbnb or serve as a wedding venue. She adds that if a property is priced right and represented accurately to a particular type of purchaser, it will sell. She cites a “classy property” that featured an historic home, gorgeous views and was perfect for a horse owner. It was in “impeccable shape,” she said, and sold for $8 million dollars before it ever officially came on the market. Farm and estate buyers have a “tremendous opportunity” to buy in today’s market, Matheson says. He adds that in some cases, the buyers need to be willing to make improvements when

the property is not a perfect match to what they want.

What Buyers Want “Proximity to town is huge,” Matheson said. There are some “great pieces of land” that are more than 20 minutes from town that buyers are reluctant to purchase because of their location. For example, a beautiful farm in Somerset may not work for a family with jobs in downtown Charlottesville. Ince agrees stating that properties within 20 minutes of town are “golden.” On the other hand, the hot real estate market of recent years has had a noticeable impact on inventories of homes for sale pushing up prices in both Charlottesville and Albemarle. One result is people choosing to buy homes that are further from town. In his recent analysis of CAAR’s (Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS®) 2018 year-end market report, Michael Guthrie, CEO and Principal Broker at Roy Wheeler Realty, Co. notes the increase in numbers of homes sold in rural counties. He believes this means “buyers are traveling out a bit to get more home for what they are willing to pay. The significant reduction in gas prices may be playing a role in that decision as well.” And these buyers may be surprised at what they find when they arrive, Matheson says. Often newcomers who finally make the break from town wonder why it took them so long to make the move.

Rural Property Buyers Matheson describes country buyers as people who love the outdoors. Some want a place where they can keep livestock and most want to have a dog or two and some cats or chickens. They like the idea of enjoying the star-lit skies while walking on their own property at night. Or they want to sit on their deck in their pajamas in the early morning as the sun comes up. Others look forward to inviting friends to join them around a bonfire on a chilly evening. “It’s a different pace of life,” Matheson says, and one with a lot of appeal. At the same time, a large property requires serious upkeep, Fogleman says. A preference for rural living is in part “generational,” she notes, and younger buyers (those under age 55) don’t have the patience for responsibilities like, mowing, looking after animals or keeping up with fencing. There are exceptions, of course, including Fogleman’s young clients with little children who love living on their property near Scottsville on several hundred acres. Matheson has noted a similar generational trend stating that Millennials are not well represented in the farm and estate market. On the other hand, he has clients in their forties who have had it with urban living and are ready to get out of town. A couple from New York is looking in the $2.5+ million range, he says, adding they are not farmers but want to accommodate horses or cattle.

Ultimately, farm and estate buyers come for a way of life, Fogleman notes. They are attracted by a lifestyle that local families, who have loved and cared for the land for generations, have helped make possible today. And it is the continuing labor of these families—and the newcomers who join them—that maintains a landscape others can enjoy whether they are landowners, or just feel inspired by the beautiful scenery as they drive through the area.

Estate Owners and Rural Entrepreneurs While frequently lumped together, farms and estates are really two separate markets and they attract a different kind of buyer. Estates are properties that have larger homes, either contemporary or historic. Some estate buyers want raw land where they can build a contemporary house to their exact specs, taking advantage of current green building practices and functional, up-to-date floor plans. These contemporary estates may not resemble their historic cousins. Faulconer sees a trend away from the more conventional “manor home.” He has clients from DC in search of the perfect place to build an existing home where they plan to live while designing and building their dream home. Buyers may also purchase an existing estate, tear it down and start over, Fogleman says, citing two recent instances. She also notes cases of existing estate properties that were purchased for

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renovation. One of these that needed serious work came with 400+ acres and sold for $2.9 million. Other buyers like the romance of living in an historic home, Wiley said. These are people who love features such as established trees, traditional wood work, or heart of pine floors. And sometimes what attracts them is being part of history by living where a notable event happened.

Farms, on the other hand, have income producing potential, Wiley says. Owners may actively seek to make money in some kind of venture, although not necessarily a living. For some, an activity like owning and raising cattle may be “a life-long dream,” that becomes a hobby in retirement. One current trend is agri-tourism that provides lots of opportunities, Matheson observes.

Wedding and event venues are “huge,” he continues, citing Castle Hill, an historic estate that is home to a ciderie featuring events including weddings. Another example is Chisholm Vineyards at Adventure Farm. Available for private meetings and parties, it also has a tasting room, and features events with live music and food trucks.

Large farms and estates lend themselves to conservation easements, legally binding agreements that continue at the sale or inheritance of the property. Their purpose is to conserve the land and protect resources such as migration routes or sources of water. “Virginia’s Piedmont often attracts aspiring land owners who have conservation and land stewardship in mind,” Ince said. “Conservation Easements (that restrict, by right, development) are a well used tool to preserve undeveloped land while providing incentives to land owners at tax time.” A native of Albemarle, Fogleman believes conservation easements are “incredibly important, [because they] preserve the physical look, the ambiance and the quality of life in Albemarle County.” She references John Birdsall, known for saving thousands of acres of the prettiest land with easements. She adds that easements are “a wonderful reward for all concerned.” If a rural lifestyle is what you dream of, call your REALTOR® today. There are remarkable values available for buyers who want to live on these unique properties. Celeste Smucker is a writer and blogger who lives near Charlottesille.

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A Virginia Tradition Since 1927 Charlottesville: 434-951-5155

Greene: 434-985-2348

Zion Crossroads: 434-589-2611

Downtown: 434-296-7171

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Western Albemarle: 434-205-4355

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

Whittington, Albemarle Co. $799,700 – MLS #585764 Brand new home, gourmet kitchen Justin Kent, 434-951-7052

Over an Acre on a Cul-De-Sac Earlysville Forest, Albemarle Co. $349,500 – MLS #585613 1st floor master BR + 3 additional BRs Kathy Woodson, 434-951-7018

Beautiful 3 BR Home

Lake Monticello, Fluvanna Co. $205,000 – MLS #585695 Plenty of natural light! Open feel Christopher Eagle, 434-284-0425

Feature Properties

Exquisite Estate Home

Keswick Estate, Albemarle Co. $2,650,000 – MLS #561427 Formal gardens & greenhouse, 5 BR Bob/Tricia Traugott, 434-882-0824

Custom Built Georgian

Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $839,000 – MLS #570319 Open plan, renovated kitchen, privacy Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 www.2108PiperWay.com

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

Dignified Colonial

Development/Investment Potential

Picture Perfect, Artist Paradise!

Lovely Split Level Home

Completely Remodeled Home

Beautiful & Spacious on 5 Acres

One Level Living-No Steps!

The Rocks, Albemarle Co. $1,595,000 – MLS #580808 40 ft. screened porch, 2-story entry Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972

Rapidan Forest, Louisa Co. $475,000 – MLS #576586 Custom-built colonial on 10 private acres Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693

New Home to be Built

Ruckersville, Greene Co. $354,950 – MLS #581143 Wood floors main level, 2-car garage Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

City of Charlottesville $1,500,000 – MLS #582158 Existing Over/Under Duplex w/extra land Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

Northfields, Albemarle Co. $412,500 – MLS #580569 4 BR, 3 BA, great neighborhood Kris Jensen, 434-566-1738

Greenwood Farms, Greene Co,. $320,000 – MLS #579348 Open plan, updated kitchen & more Joe Griffin, 434-327-2554 Angus Arrington, 434-531-1100

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Exceptional Custom Home

Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $899,000 – MLS #578572 Stone FP, wall of windows on golf course Alyson Maupin, 434-953-6112

Earlysville, Albemarle Co. $392,500 – MLS #582247 Peaceful setting, 3.41 ac, 3-car garage Sylvia Guengerich, 434-981-2230

Branchlands, Albemarle Co. $182,500 – MLS #580357 Handicapped accessible, move-in ready Barbara Seidler, 434-960-2102

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One Level Living at its Finest

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HOME SALES STATS

ENDING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 3, 2019

There were 69 sales in the 11 county and city areas n 21 were in Albemarle with an average price of $387,351 n 6 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $398,283 n 11 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $248,371 n 3 were in Greene with an average price of $347,858 n 8 were in Louisa with an average price of $321,437 n 4 were in Nelson with an average price of $311,250 n 1 was in Orange with a price of $350,000 n 7 were in Staunton with an average price of $220,786 n 8 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $179,263

916 MALLORYS FORD RD LOUISA

221 STRIBLING AVENUE HUNTLEY HALL

9 E GAY STREET STAUNTON

38 INDIGO LANE SYCAMORE LANDING

301 GRAY DRIVE WAYNESBORO

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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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MARKETING SERVICES Beth Wood beth@caarrew.com 434.817.9330

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Celeste Smucker editor@caarrew.com

DESIGN Tracy Federico designer@c-ville.com Lorena Perez designer2@c-ville.com

HOMES SOLD

1661 DELPHI LANE CASCADIA

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www.co.fluvanna.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.939 per $100

www.gcva.us Real estate tax rate: $.775 per $100 www.louisacounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.68 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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STONE’S THROW - 42-acre country estate in Keswick, VA. Built in 2005 the main residence has 6-bedrooms, 9bathrooms, 6 fireplaces, large 1st floor master, infinity swimming pool and hot tub, 7-stall stable and riding ring with paddocks on all sides, two detached garages and two guest quarters. Sprawling views to the south and west, this is sunset heaven. Charlottesville in under 12 minutes. $3,250,000

FAIR VIEW - c. 1856 brick Georgian manor home encompasses four levels of living space totaling 9,000 s.f. with 10’ ceilings and heart pine floors throughout as well as numerous fireplaces and original moldings and woodwork. 5 bedrooms or more possible with a delightful guest cottage next to existing period ice house. Formal gardens and rose garden, Farm managers house and horse facilities and equipment barns. This Farm is the complete package, located in beautiful Somerset VA. MLS# 585034 $2,975,000

HIGHLAND ORCHARD - Nearly 1,000-acres in Albemarle County, Virginia - 20 min from Charlottesville and UVA. Situated among the headwaters of the Hardware River, Highland Orchard features a rolling pasture and woodland with a stylish contemporary residence situated to enjoy the spectacular views. The Main residence, guest house, farm managers cottage, formal greens pool and host of complimentary farm buildings make this one of the most extraordinary farm offering in Virginia. MLS 580935 $7,000,000

BARTERBROOK - c. 1900 3-bedroom renovated farm house - extraordinary country property 10 minutes north of Charlottesville set on 33 private acres. Renovated turn of the century weatherboard farm house 3-bedrooms 3 bathrooms and over 3,151 square feet. Additional timber frame workshop/ barn and barn renovation with loft bedroom and full kitchen and bathroom that has to be seen to be believed. This building is a masterpiece of rustic charm and historic aesthetic that one only dreams about. MLS# 584756 $1,695,000

BLOOMINGDALE - Originally built in 1840, Bloomingdale is a noteworthy Orange County, VA historic property located in the heart of Somerset. The Federal manor has a magnificent center hall with grand proportioned rooms (11 ft. ceilings on main floor) and fireplaces in every room (8 total). Numerous improvements and renovations: Geothermal heating and air, renovated sun porch roughed in for secondary kitchen, saltwater pool, master bathroom, foam insulation, windows and screens, plumbing, paint and plaster. House is sited on 14 Ac. w/mature trees and boxwood gardens, & incredibleSouthwest and Blue Ridge Mt. views. MLS# 567939 $1,275,000

THE GARDNER FARM - A personal parkland. Proximity to several international airports and mid-atlantic cities the Gardner farm is an expansive retreat of 1,563 acres that offers the highest degree of privacy and bucolic tranquility rural Virginia can offer. 4 miles of the South Anna River traverses the property with approximately 20 miles in trails extending through forests of poplar and oak. Several unique river crossings link this private parkland with numerous potential home sites, 4 scenic ponds and a 30 acre lake. MLS# 566282 $7,500,000

WHITE HART - c. 1998 Shelter and Associates English manor sited in the center of a 350-acre expanse of rolling northern Albemarle County farmland. Expansive views of the Southwest and Blue Ridge Mountain ranges, over 8,000 s.f. the 4 bedroom home, extraordinary setting and 20 min to Charlottesville. Blue Rige Mountain views. MLS 573304 $4,995,000

KESWICK ESTATE - Located only 5 miles east of Charlottesville Keswick Estate offers the best building opportunities in the area. Adjoining the Keswick Hall and Golf Club with current renovations underway at the Hotel and and newly designed Pete Dye Golf Course, “Full Cry”, the chance to build your own signature custom home awaits. Fulfill the dream and choose a homesite; golf views, water views or tranquil wooded views there is potential with myriad of options to select on homesite or house design. Contact Murdoch Matheson, exclusive Listing agent for over 40 homesites in Keswick Estate.

VERULAM - Over 500-acres with more than 1,000-acres of adjoining land in conservation easement owned by the city of Charlottesville. The existing farm and additional land offer recreational trail unsurpassed in this proximity to the city. A classic Georgian manor home, stables and very delightful guest house make Verulam the most interesting offering in Virginia. drop dead views of the Blue Ridge and as close to town as you can get. $15,800,000

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A Virginia Country Life

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401 Park Street Charlottesville, VA 22902

DRAMATIC YET WELCOMING IN FARMINGTON

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320 FARMINGTON DRIVE $5,495,000 Located at the quiet end of Farmington Drive & fronting the 17th fairway is this classic, c. 1953 Milton Grigg residence. The current owners have expanded the original brick home so that the floor plan balances entertaining with casual modern living. The kitchen is open to 2 sitting/family room areas & a dramatic, vaulted dining room. Other additions made in 2011 include a home office or pool house with full bath & 3-car garage with large studio apartment above. MLS# 585422

CUSTOM CONTEMPORARY WITH INDOOR POOL

906 FENDALL TERRACE • $1,675,000 One-of-a-kind Jay Dalgliesh-designed custom contemporary on a private acre in one of Cville’s favorite University neighborhoods. 4000+ sf open floor plan w/ soaring ceilings, natural light, 2-level covered porches, oversized garage, elevator & indoor heated pool. Joan Jay (434) 906-1806 or Inessa Telefus (434) 989-1559. MLS# 585390

CONVENIENT LOCATION - LAKE MONTICELLO

MOV E-IN R EADY IN HOLLY MEAD

CHARM & CHARACTER - MERIWETHER LEWIS

62 BRIDLEWOOD DRIVE • $185,000 Tucked just inside Turkey Sag Gate within walking distance to restaurants & shopping. 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home with dual master suites, unfinished walk-up attic & walk-out terrace level featuring separate entrance, den, full bath & bedroom. Wooded lot. Sydney Robertson (434) 284-0694. MLS# 585639

1139 SOMER CHASE COURT • $278,000 This wonderful town home features a bright & spacious eat-in kitchen. The living room/dining room offer a fireplace surrounded by beautiful built-in bookcases & cabinets. Gleaming hardwood floors on the 1st floor. Upstairs master suite with bath & walk-in closet + 2 more bedrooms w/ shared hall bath. Genevieve Verlaak (434) 996-6683. MLS# 585392

1880 DECCA LANE • $839,000 Enjoy top notch construction/materials, multiple living areas, several home office options plus outdoor spaces including front screened porch, back deck, and fire pit. Storage galore above Garage. New 2-zone HVAC, Roof and h/w heater. Absolutely delightful home! Tommy Brannock (434) 981-1486. MLS# 585389

PARKSIDE V ILL AGE IN CROZET

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CLASSIC BRICK HOME 5 MINS FROM STONEFIELD

5462 HILL TOP STREET • $214,900 This light-filled & well maintained 2 story townhome features 2 bedrooms w/ 2 att’d full baths, family rm w/ half bath, breakfast/ dining room, & kitchen. Conveniently located next to Crozet Park/ YMCA, restaurants, breweries/wineries, Albemarle Co. Schools w/ easy access to 250 & I-64. Liz Raney (434) 242-3889. MLS# 585519

1719 BENDING BRANCH ROAD • $430,000 Like-new construction with easy maintenance cement siding, tankless hot water heater, and a level, sunny yard! 4 bedrooms plus a loft area, 2.5 baths and attached 2-car garage. Biking distance to Fairview swim and tennis club. Plus nearby access to the Rivanna Trail. Suzie Hegemier (434) 962-8425. MLS# 585465

2535 WYNGATE ROAD • $549,000 On a quiet cul-de-sac just west of the Reservoir, this classic brick home offers 2600 sf on 2+ private acres w/ winter mtn views, pool w/ robotic cleaning system, organic garden & fruit trees w/ irrigation system. Unique loft space w/ built-ins & 3 BRs all w/ vaulted ceilings & updated en suite baths. Erin Garcia (434) 981-7245. MLS# 585355

LIGHT-FILLED CONTEMPORARY - W. ALBEMARLE

1865 COBBLESTONE LANE • $559,000 On a picturesque, flat 1-acre lot, this 4 bed, 2.5 bath home offers an open floor plan, with vaulted octagonal foyer leading to kitchen, living & dining rooms. Screened porch overlooks expansive front yard & rear deck leads to the fenced backyard & fire pit. Only 10 mins to town! Harmony Thurston (434) 996-0006. MLS# 585396

2455 PENDOWER LANE $674,900 Impeccable, like-new 5 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home on a sought after family friendly street in Glenmore. The home’s sun-drenched rooms are open & inviting. Enjoy its stunning back yard, new Trex deck, stone patio & large outdoor stone fireplace with mountain views! Extras include a custom master closet, plantation shutters & new exterior paint. Finished basement offers a bonus room, bedroom & full bath. Billie Magerfield (434) 962-8865 or Jamie Waller (407) 694-8988. MLS# 585640

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