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I first became a believer in reverse mortgages almost 20 years ago...

(before I was in the industry) when my parents first considered doing a reverse mortgage themselves. My Mom asked me to help her do some research and that’s what started me on my path of wanting to eventually be the expert on the subject.

It’s amazing to me today that I still hear the same false rumors from people sometimes that I heard two decades ago. The mortgage company does not take title to your home and yes the heirs still inherit the home upon the borrower’s passing. Those are the two most misunderstood topics. And yes the money you receive is not income so it is not taxed as some people think. Also, Medicare and Social Security are not effected by the proceeds that you receive from a reverse mortgage. And yes it’s true that you are not required to ever make a payment for as long as you live in the home.

I am very patient when I speak to clients and take my time explaining everything face to face with absolutely no pressure to move forward because I remember how much my parents appreciated it when the person that they worked with showed them the same respect.

I have never experienced the Sunday night blues of knowing that you are going back to work the next day as some people talk about. My job is a career that I never plan on retiring from because I genuinely enjoy working with my clients and seeing how their lives are benefitting from eliminating debt and by opening up a line of credit that can be used to help them for the rest of their lives. Every client’s story is a little bit different but they are all hoping to achieve a better life and I enjoy being a small part in that story.

Reverse Mortgages for Senior Citizens Contact John for a no pressure meeting.

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A Reverse Mortgage can significantly increase your quality of life in retirement years by eliminating debt and providing funds to keep up with the cost of living.

Please feel free to contact me to discuss anytime or schedule to meet in my office or in the privacy of your home. All meetings are absolutely no-obligation and confidential.

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Open Houses - June 2nd New Price

55 Lafayette Drive - Open 1-3

$274,900 - #589268 – Lake Monticello Many nice improvements!

Kris Jensen, 434-566-1738 DIR: Lake Monticello main gate to R on Jefferson Drive, L onto Deer Path and then L onto Lafayette.

Home is on the R. Bring ad for admittance.

3495 Rocks Mill Lane Open 1-4

$1,525,000 - #587767 – The Rocks Mountain views, privacy and so much more!

Karen Wright, 434-984-7480 DIR: I 64 to Ivy exit, L on Dick Woods Rd, L into the Rocks. Turn at the 2nd R onto Rocks Mill Ln. Home on L at top of hill.

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Graceful Living – Great Location!

Bellair, Albemarle Co. $825,000 – MLS #590920 Spacious home with multi-levels Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972

Lovely Retreat on 8 Acres Stony Point, Albemarle Co. $550,000 – MLS #590940 Well built home, stone fireplace Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882

1959 Asheville Drive Open 1-3

1227 Raintree Drive Open 1-3

$295,000 - #586047 – Pavilions at Pantops Well maintained, large lot, 3 BR, 2.5 BA Listing Agent: Kathi Berrang, 434-760-2064 Host: Meredith McClellan, 434-227-0923 DIR: 250E to Rolkin Rd. at Rite Aid. L at 2nd round about, L on Asheville Drive. End unit of third row on L.

$425,000 - #589459 – Raintree Open plan, great details, 3 BR Listing Agent: Kathi Berrang, 434-760-2064 Host: Heping Zheng, 434-227-7275 DIR: Route 29, R on Old Brook, R on Raintree to end. House will be on R.

Updated Town House

Very Fine Renovated Home

Forest Lakes, Albemarle Co. $254,900 – MLS #590896 Great location, well maintained Kris Jensen, 434-566-1738

Antioch Estates, Fluvanna Co. $199,000 – MLS #590851 Could be a mini farm, lots of upgrades Tom Bibb, 434-962-4663

Feature Properties

Appealing Home – Open Plan

Twin Lakes Estates, Greene Co. $189,750 – MLS #590863 Backs up to undeveloped land for privacy Bob Durrer, 434-242-6011

Beautiful Home on 3.58 Acres

Albemarle County $2,350,000 – MLS #583704 4 BR, 3 BA, 8000 sf commercial grade shop Bill Bailey, 434-817-6052

Stunning Mt. Vernon Style Home Keswick Estate, Albemarle Co. $1,395,000 – MLS #578627 New gourmet kitchen, updated baths Sabina Martin, 434-981-1147

Spectacular One-of-a-Kind Home Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $869,000 – MLS #586252 Waterfront/golf views & many updates Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 www.1631GatewickPlace.com

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

Wonderful Four Bedroom Home Raintree, Albemarle Co. $349,900 – MLS #588399 Impeccably renovated top to bottom Justin Kent, 434-951-7052 Wes Kent, 434-951-7008

New Home to be Built Ruckersville, Greene Co. $334,950 – MLS #571119 Full basement, 2-car garage Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

Gorgeous 4 Bedroom Home

Lake Monticello, Fluvanna Co. $325,000 – MLS #588076 Master bedrooms on 1st and 2nd floor Christopher Eagle, 434-284-0425

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WALK TO GROUNDS AND FONTAINE RESEARCH PARK. Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a quiet street, yet close to so much! Spacious 18 x 18 family room has a brick fireplace, handsome wood floors and wall of windows to the sunroom. Beautifully remodeled master bath. Backyard is great for play, gardening and pets. $325,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434962-3420. (590612)

LUXURY CUSTOM BUILT HOME on 2.85 acres with many fine exterior & interior updates offers expansive 1st floor master suite, gourmet kitchen w/breakfast bar, finished bonus room, finished sunroom w/sauna, detached 3 car garage & attached garage, and MUCH MORE. Multiple Parade of Homes Winner by Bridge Hampton Builders. $489,900. Yonna & Keith Smith.

434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (590292)

HOME HAS BEEN LOVINGLY CARED FOR by owners. House exterior freshly painted, driveway enlarged, improved and well graveled. County road has now been paved! Very peaceful property. $334,900. Ginger Ashcom, 434-978-1066 and Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (588231)

COME BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Octonia Highlands! Nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the beautiful South River Valley where nature and community are a lifestyle. The builder has 6 designs from 1730-2730 FSF, 2 car garage, unfinished basement, over 19 lots to chose from and offering all the upgrades you would like in a new home. $473,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (588107)

WELCOME TO OCTONIA HIGHLANDS! Nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the beautiful South River Valley where nature and community are a lifestyle. To Be Built is The Rehoboth Model, 4BR/3.

5BA, over 2700 FSF, 2 car garage, unfinished basement and all the upgrades you would like. More design and lots available. $488,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties. com 434-960-5187. (588094)

MOUNTAIN RETREAT on 10 acres w/Blue Ridge views. Built in 2005 still shows like new. A must see to appreciate the high-end finishes; yellow pine floors throughout, large kitchen w/hickory cabinets & granite counters, 4BR/3BA, unfinished basement, Hardiplank siding, garage and more. Covered front porch & large rear deck. $549,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (579085)

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)

CUSTOM BUILT 2 STORY less than a 10 min drive to UVA. 4-5BR/3.5BA, totally renovated kitchen & baths, recently refinished hardwood floors on both levels, FPs, built-ins, heated glass sunroom across the entire rear of the home overlooking 1/2 acre of woods mature plantings and level yard. Attached 2 car garage. Outstanding value at $459,000. Joan Esposito “Your Running Realtor”, 434-760-1028. (588421)

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BROAD BLUE RIDGE VIEWS of Almost 180 Degrees. 6.3 Acres in Indian Springs, Earlysville. Partially open for the views and great yard space. On a cul de sac with protected land behind. 15 gpm well. 25 acres of community space with lake within the neighborhood.

Less than 15 minutes to shopping and restaurants and 25 to UVa. $390,000 Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420.

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30 ACRES WITH BLUE RIDGE VIEWS and Division Rights. Private building sites with broad views. Half pasture/ half wooded. 1500 sq ft work shed. Driveway and well in. In northwest Albemarle 12 minutes from shopping and restaurants. $795,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420.

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LOCATED 3 MILES from the quaint town of Batesville, this privately situated building lot offers 15.38 acres. Parcel has spectacular panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views and is located within the Western Albemarle School District. $149,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (585085)

1377 SINGLETON LANE Time: 12-3 pm Hosting Agent: The Alley Team

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. (585473)

EXPANSIVE WOODED LOT and convenient to everything. This lot is located at the end of a shared community road, offering tons of privacy and convenience.

Property is very gently rolling and a good candidate for new construction with or without a basement. Less than a mile outside of Ruckersville. $57,500. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (588171)

BUILD YOUR CUSTOM HOME and be surrounded by nature while enjoying mountain views. This 29 North location is just minutes to NGIC, DIA, Hollymead Center and Charlottesville. 6.138 acres consisting of some open space and timber. Adjoining 2.81 acre parcel is available if more land is desired (see mls# 571993).

Owner financing available. $159,000. Pamela Maloney, 434-284-1848. (571992)

IMMACULATE HOME in Mosby Mountain is better than new on professionally landscaped FLAT half-acre minutes to downtown. No detail spared in this five-bedroom home with terrace level in-law suite with family room, kitchenette/ bar, and workshop. Travertine fireplaces, fenced yard, ALL NEW bathrooms, kitchen appliances, Trex deck, Hot Springs hot tub, custom awnings, radiant flooring, lighting, carpet & HVAC units. $660,000. Simone Kerber Alley, 434-7600076. (590388) Directions: 64 to 5th Street Ext/Old Lynchburg Road, Right on Singleton Lane, (2nd entrance into Mosby Mountain).

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St. Anne’s-Belfield Student-Led Class Builds Little Free Library for Bennett’s Village The Leveling the Playing Field class, led by eighth grade student Jack Dozier ‘23, has been a force in the St. Anne’s-Belfield School Learning Village this trimester. Designed like other Grades 7 & 8 Quest electives to answer one main question (How Can We Level the Playing Field for Children in Charlottesville?), Dozier and his Questmates decided to spend their class time raising money for Bennett’s Village and constructing two Little Free Libraries to

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Antebellum Farm on the James River.

Circa 1763 with an 1840 addition.

Peaceful and private. Easy access to the James by Wreck Island creek. Excellent condition and lovingly maintained by current owners. Used occasionally for a vacation rental. A one of a kind property!

The recently restored Summer kitchen could have many different uses. $499,900

OLD TRAIL DRIVE

Exceptional 1 story brick home with a deep sitting porch and lovely back patio. 3 bedrooms with optional 4th (could be living room or a library) on main level. A light-filled, eat in kitchen opens to a large, gracious family room with gas fireplace and crown molding. Beautiful 6 ‘ Castilian walnut floors. Large master suite with walk in closet and tray ceiling.

An open staircase leads to the full, walk out terrace level which includes: family room, full bath, guest quarters, exercise room/meditation room, as well as a huge unfinished room for storage. Multiple green features. $659,900

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After more than 50 years of providing services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at our Park Street site, The Arc of the Piedmont has a new home at 1149 Rose Hill Drive.

Our new home will allow us to expand and upgrade activities and programs and provide a safe and stimulating space from which to spearhead The Arc’s core mission of service, community education and advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The event will be attended by key Arc personnel, families and the people we serve, as well as community leaders, Board members, media and our local community.

WHAT: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, The Arc of the Piedmont TIME: 5:00 p.m.

WHEN: Thursday, May 30, 2019.

WHERE: The NEW Arc of the Piedmont home! 1149 Rose Hill Drive Charlottesville, VA 22903 The Arc of the Piedmont has served the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson counties for more than five decades.

Please join us for our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to launch us into the next 50 years in support of The Arc of the Piedmont.

enhance the Charlottesville community.

A library volunteer himself, Dozier proposed a Quest to create Little Free Libraries when he began to think of ways to ensure that his fellow Charlottesville residents would always have access to reading material.

“A Little Free Library is similar to the ‘take a penny, leave a penny’ concept,” he explained. “The goal of the Little Free Library is to make it easy for all families to own books and to spread a love of reading.”

One of the libraries, which turned out to be twice the size of students’ original plans, will be donated to the Virginia Discovery Museum on May 23. The second library, built on a metal frame that allows access for those using wheelchairs, will be donated to Bennett’s Village with the hope that it will be included in the plans for a multigenerational, all-abilities playground in Charlottesville.

Named for Bennett McClurken-Gibney, a local boy who lived with Spinal Muscular Atrophy type I, Bennett’s Village is an organization dedicated to making the world a more inclusive place for all to play. According to the organization’s website, Charlottesville City Council has agreed to enter into a partnership with Bennett’s Village, designating Pen Park as the future site of the all-abilities playground.

Taemane Pua’auli ‘23 joined the Quest after hearing Bennett’s story from Learning Village Librarian Sarah FitzHenry.

“During the summer I’ll be helping Bennett’s Village, and I’m going to be really happy that it’s happening, and that our little library will be a part of it,” she said.

Quest students raised more than a thousand dollars for Bennett’s Village through “Change Challenges,” and collected close to 200 books to stock the Little Free Libraries once they arrive in their new homes.

St. Anne’s-Belfield School is a co-educational, preschool through grade 12, day school of nearly 900 students and more than 150 faculty and staff, with a boarding program in grades 9 through 12. 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.

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Nelson County Land Crabtree Falls Highway Lots 3 & 4 Located minutes from Crabtree Falls (the highest falls east of the Mississippi), this could be the site of your dream getaway! Comprised of two lots, both with Tye River frontage, this 10.07-acre parcel is close to the Appalachian Trail, the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Fish Hatchery and Spy Rock. Just a short jaunt to the Nelson County Valley and numerous breweries, cideries, wineries, orchards and shopping.

The Tye River is known for its excellent fishing as well as scenic swimming holes.

$99,000

Segue Lane Enjoy the long-range mountain views and this pastoral scene just across the road. These two parcels that make up 8.32 acres (lot 8R, 3.82 acres), can be purchased separately. Located in the back area of the New Land, this feels very private. Close to the famous Monroe Institute and just 30 minutes from Charlottesville. In the central part of Nelson County, this is convenient to all of the services, visitor and Wintergreen Resort amenities. $75,800 Dark Hollow Road Wooded, 4.98-acre parcel with mountain

and pastoral views. The views could be opened up to enjoy every season of the year. Land is mostly wooded and rolling but at the back of the property it has a steep drop off above an old quarry site. Exercise caution. Zoned agricultural. There is no homeowners association and thus no restrictions. Within a few miles of Routes 29 and 151 for easy commuting to Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Wintergreen. Convenient to outdoor recreation and orchards, breweries, wineries, and more. Great location for full-time residence or vacation getaway! $39,900

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EDNAM FOREST

Immaculate and tastefully renovated 4-bedroom home on one of the largest lots in Ednam Forest.

Highlights include 1st-floor master suite and striking stone fireplace in great room. MLS#586335 $1,285,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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IVY AREA

Charming, beautifully restored, circa 1850 3- bedroom and 2-bath farm house on 77 acres surrounded by pasture and forest providing a private setting on a lovely knoll close to the James River. MLS#585271 $585,000 Steve McLean, 434. 981.1863

FARMINGTON

Exceptional, European-style manor home with guest cottage, garage with office, on a 22-acre private setting with panoramic Blue Ridge views, river frontage, and pond. Only 10 miles out. MLS#588270 $1,399,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

Classic 4-bedroom brick residence in most private 2.3 acre setting, beautiful views! Large formal rooms, custom design kitchen, two fireplaces, 2-car garage, walk-out basement. MLS#585888 $1,399,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 CAAR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY WWW.CAAR.COM

C. 1910 traditional 6-BR home, approx. 7,000 fin. sq/ft., completely modernized, with beautiful lawn shaded by majestic oak trees in middle of 216 private Keswick Hunt Country acres, only 10 miles from Charlottesville. Land is mostly lush pasture, 2 lakes, 23-stall stable with 2 apartments, large shop/equipment building with guest suite.

MLS#590458 $3,200,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

RAPIDAN FARM

1,674-acre farm/estate in the Piedmont Hills of Orange County, Virginia! Set in total privacy and borders the clear waters of the Rapidan River for almost 4 miles. Additional offerings available. MLS#575383 $11,600,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

TOTIER HILLS FARM

Exquisite brick mansion, superb quality construction and features, 98 gently rolling acres, total privacy, stream, pond. 5 minutes to shops, 15 miles to UVA. MLS#587385 $2,880,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 wwwTotierHillsFarm.com

GARTH ROAD ESTATE

Magnificent brick Georgian, 5 spacious en-suite bedrooms, main-level master, superb quality details and expert craftsmanship throughout. 21 private acres, just 5 miles west of town. MLS#586392 $2,495,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

MILTON GRIGG

Built by renowned architect Milton Grigg as his personal residence, owner has recently completed a stunning, state-of-the-art restoration and enlargement. Original architectural details were preserved and replicated in the new spaces.

Sited on almost an acre, the gardens and patios create a private oasis in the coveted Meadowbrook Hills neighborhood. MLS#577617 $2,399,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

GLENMORE

Spectacular home, views along golf course, river and hiking trails. Over 7000 finished square feet, spacious rooms, beautiful and elegant interior, magnificent private setting.

MLS#589447 $1,629,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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RUGBY ROAD

5-bedroom home, c. 1915, is full of character and boasts a stunning Karen Turner-designed Chef ’s kitchen, sleeping porch, finished attic, basement apartment, and 1 BR cottage on .53 acre lot near UVA. MLS#589351 $1,285,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

TAYLOR MOUNTAIN FARM

ESMONT ROAD

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

109 acres of gently rolling land comprised of mostly hardwoods with pine and lovely year-round streams.

Easement opportunity. Ideal for residential building, investment or timber. MLS#528493 $437,600 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

WILMINGTON ROAD

Three wooded lots with no restrictions and approved for conventional septic systems. Located one mile east of Wilmington and surrounded by large farms.

Perfect dream home location 10 min. to Palmyra.

Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

MILTON VILLAGE

OLD TRAIL

1-bedroom 1-full bath townhome in a highly soughtafter community of Old Trail just 12 miles west of Charlottesville. Fenced-in rear patio area with storage shed. MLS#583218 $194,500 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

21-acre lot minutes east of Charlottesville. Level building site with well and soils tested for drain field.

4-board fence along road frontage. Creek, small pond and automatic waterers. MLS#586469 $465,000 Mark Mascotte, 434.825.8610

PROSPECT AVENUE

End unit with new exterior vinyl siding and new windows installed, well-maintained. Access to UVA, close to West Main and Downtown Mall. Best value in Orangedale neighborhood. MLS#589119 $159,750 Mark Mascotte, 434.825.8610

SCOTTSVILLE

42.26 park-like acres approx. 1.5 mi. from historic Downtown Scottsville! Includes one division right.

Soil study complete. Currently in land use. Mountain views! Only 20 mi. from C’ville. MLS#530854 $337,000 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455

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Madison County: Close-In, Affordable and Loaded with Perks

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nown for its breathtaking scenery and plethora of outdoor activities, Madison County appeals to homebuyers who yearn for the privacy of a rural lifestyle in a county where the smallest lot size is three acres.

For those still in the workforce, Madison’s easy access to jobs is a big plus.

And everyone loves the nearness of the shopping, educational, recreational and cultural benefits of Charlottesville just 40 minutes away.

If you want more of an adventure, DC is easily accessible as well. For example, if you are lucky enough to have Sunday tickets for an event at the Kennedy Center, you can “get your culture and drive back all in a day,” says Madison REALTOR® Bill Gentry with Jefferson Land and Realty.

Thanks to the County’s comprehensive plan that limits sewer facilities and keeps development minimal, Madison homebuyers aren’t concerned they will wake up one morning to find a subdivision or big box store going in next door. Instead, they count on enjoying their rural lifestyle well into the future.

Madison REALTORS® are busy keeping up with the demand for housing in the current market, though frustrated by the lack of inventory to show eager clients.

The County is a good market for first time buyers who will find homes for sale in their price range, but they must be prepared to act quickly as there is lots of competition. Those looking for move-up opportunities or second homes for long weekends or vacation getaways will be pleased with options

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Madison’s Laid-Back Lifestyle Residents have been enjoying Madison County’s lifestyle for generations.

Founded in 1792, it was named for a prominent family that owned property fronting the Rapidan River. A descendent of those early residents was James Madison, our third President and author of the Bill of Rights who, with his wife Dolley, settled in nearby Orange County.

Of its 13,000+ residents (over 1,000 of which are part time) many enjoy deep roots in the community that go

knows their neighbors with plenty of opportunities for involvement in community activities for those who enjoy them.

Kevin McHaney Owner and Broker with RE/MAX New Horizons agrees observing that Madison County is a place where big city people come to retire and soon find themselves very busy. He describes the beautiful views and the many outdoor activities such as camping and hiking adding that this is “a very welcoming environment,” where he is often “floored by the number of activities” happening every week.

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back for generations. Carl Broyles with Montague Miller & Co. remembers his grandfather who ran the Old Rag Mountain Post Office prior to 1935, the year that area became part of Shenandoah National Park. “I grew up here and I will never leave,” Broyles says.

He describes his home county as centrally located with access to Charlottesville to the south and NOVA to the north. It is the beauty of the open farmland the mountain views the rivers and trout streams that draw people from all over along with Madison’s many outdoor activities, he says, adding, “You don’t have to leave the County for recreation.”

Mountain views are most often what buyers say they want most when they first meet with their REALTOR® said Montague Miller’s Patti Lillard, another Madison native. What they may not realize until they move in is that the County has much more than that to offer.

Madison’s relaxed, rural lifestyle is a “sweet spot in its own world with green spaces and easy living,” she says, adding it’s a friendly place where everyone

loved visiting his summer home in Madison’s mountains. Built with his own money, his Rapidan Camp was sometimes referred to as the “first Camp David.” During his time as President, people also called it the “Brown House,” to distinguish it from his main residence in DC. Hoover was an avid fisherman and enjoyed that sport when at his rustic retreat. He and his wife donated the property to become part of Shenandoah National Park at the end of his term as President.

Madison Schools Local schools are at the center of much that makes life in Madison special.

The school system recognizes that “twenty-first century skills require that tomorrow’s workforce be adept at technology, be excellent communicators, be responsible employees, and remain physically fit and active.” To meet these challenges, dual enrollment, advanced placement, or an industry certification are available to every secondary student prior to graduation.

The school system is also proud of an environment that “encourages field

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trips, community service projects and service learning.” The results of these efforts are clear.

The website Niche, which ranks schools nationwide, rates the Madison system above average, with an A- grade for academics and a B+ grade for teachers. And this month students at the high school held a car wash and bake sale to raise money to send qualifying members of the forensics team to Dallas and Milwaukee where they will compete nationally against other high schools.

Julie Holbrook, with Roy Wheeler Realty Co., a Madison County resident for over 30 years, describes the schools as a place with a high level of parental involvement supported by other Madison residents who often come out and cheer for the home team at local sporting events.

Lots to Do Madison County has “several faces that appeal to nearly every personality,” explains John Ince with Wiley Real Estate. One option is the recreational opportunities available in public lands in the Shenandoah National Park (32,000 acres of which are within Madison’s borders) and the George Washington National Forest such as hiking camping and fishing.

The area attracts visitors who love the challenge of hikes like Old Rag Mountain with one of the area’s most popular and demanding climbs.

Or they can visit Whiteoak Canyon best known for its old growth forests, six spectacular waterfalls ranging from 35 to 86 feet in height (with swimming holes at the base of each) and hiking trails from easy to strenuous.

People who love to fish will find much to like in Madison where every year trout streams are stocked by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. For the more adventurous, there are many smaller streams with native trout.

Horse lovers are welcome in the National Park as well, where they will find “some of the best trail riding in the country with hundreds of miles of well-maintained horse trails,” Ince says.

Very soon visitors can stay at Shenandoah Hills RV Resort and Cottages (formerly Shenandoah Hills Campground), a private facility recently purchased and currently under construction, says Tracey Gardner, Madison’s Economic Development and Tourism Director. The new owners have added “many new sites, a luxurious pool and Community Center,” she adds.

Or County visitors can enjoy the town of Madison, “an unspoiled slice

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kite festival. Or stay the night in their B & B that is also the site of weddings and other private events.

Local Winery, Prince Michel, will soon be adding a brewery, Tap 29, to its offerings that also include suites with limited concierge service, a wine club and tasting room and space for weddings and special events.

Visitors should also check out Blue Quartz Winery’s Facebook page.

Scheduled to open soon it will be located at the top of a hill in a “gorgeous facility,” Gardner says. Among its offerings will be Shotwell Run Brewing Company and a cidery.

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of Americana where you’ll find a Main Street with antebellum store fronts and one of the handsomest court houses in Virginia,” Ince observes. The Town is also gaining a reputation as “a little foodie town with some very unique shopping,” Gardner notes.

An active social life is available in Madison for people who want that.

Local wineries and breweries provide a host of events enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.

Bald Top Brewing Co. has regular weekend activities with music, food trucks, US-sourced wines and special family friendly happenings such as a

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Madison County Welcome to Black Bird Hill Farm located in the heart of the Bull Run Hunt Territory. Enjoy majestic views right from your front porch as the sun sets over the Blue Ridge Mountains. This spacious country home sits on 36.9 acres with Robinson River frontage and pasture land. The farm has a large cattle barn (120 x40) with water and 4 stalls at the one end for your horses. There are several paddocks on site. The home has~4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, large hobby/rec room, new granite countertops in the main kitchen, second kitchenette in the basement, stone fireplace with raised hearth, numerous porches including a large screened in porch. The walkout basement can double your living and storage space or it can be rented out as an efficiency. MLS#587323

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701 acres at the base of Doubletop Mountain. This property features 20 acres in apple orchards, excellent water from several nearby mountain streams, and multiple potential homesites offering panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The property is near Camp Hoover and is a short drive to Graves Mountain Lodge, Shenandoah National Park, and many fabulous hiking trails and trout rivers. MLS#588709 $2,795,000 Jim Faulconer| 434.981.0076|email: jfaulconer@mcleanfaulconer.com 503 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville VA 22903 www.mcleanfaulconer.com

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Agents and their buyers are frustrated by the limited housing inventory that has characterized this market for the last two years. Despite this, “sales are trending up,” McHaney says.

He describes two main markets, first time buyers and what he calls DC people, the latter primarily a second home market, which is “always active.”

These folks like Madison because they can drive for under two hours and be in the mountains away from the hustle and bustle of city life. For some, if their destination is in the northern part of the County like Etlan, Syria or Nethers, the drive is just over an hour.

Many County buyers are people with jobs in Charlottesville and Albemarle, such as NGIC people attracted by affordable prices and privacy. For these buyers Madison offers “the best of both worlds,” McHaney says. They can live near their job and have a nice place where they can relax and decompress on weekends.

People commuting to jobs are more likely to locate near Route 29 while many second home buyers prefer areas to the west where the views are especially spectacular. Some want just a cabin for weekend and vacation use, while others buy something more substantial as part of their transition to retirement.

While the area only has one “true” subdivision, McHaney is happy to see a growing number of builders putting up custom homes on individual lots that are both good quality and affordable.

Broyles agrees noting that the new homes sell quickly. “It is the quality

and price that determine the sale,” he notes.

The median home sales price in Madison is $283,500, Lillard reports, up a bit from last year. And a recent report from Greater Piedmont REALTORS® states that sales are up 12 percent compared to a year ago, she adds.

The biggest demand is for homes in the under $250 thousand price range, and those listings will sell quickly, Lillard says. Those on the market for $300 thousand and higher often take longer to sell.

In a good sign for the Madison market, several of Lillard’s recent listings received offers (sometimes more than one) within the first week of going on the market. Last year she had several full-price and better offers. In one instance, a farmhouse she listed for $169 thousand received two competing offers for $184 thousand.

If beautiful views, privacy and an active country lifestyle are what you want, ask your agent about Madison County. Then get pre-qualified and be prepared to act quickly as there is sure to be competition. After you move in, sit back and relax knowing that your property will remain rural and free of development. n

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

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Unique, log and frame residence—originally an early 19th century log home—has been enhanced and renovated yet maintains its original charm. 4-bedroom home is in great condition with beautiful stone and woodwork, pine and slate floors, and large porches. Beautifully situated on 10+ acres that are traversed by a crystal clear stream. Caretaker’s cottage and 2-car garage with spacious loft area. MLS#562561 $645,000 Steve McLean| 434.981.1863|email: smclean@mcleanfaulconer.com 503 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville VA 22903 www.mcleanfaulconer.com

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Are you a fan of outdoor festivals?

Check out Madison’s website for the upcoming Hoover Ridge Hops Festival on Saturday, September 21, 2019 and the 27th annual Taste of the Mountains Main Street Festival on Saturday, August 31.

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Justin H. Wiley

Peter A. Wiley

434.981.5528 justin@wileyproperty.com

434.422.2090 peter@wileyproperty.com

132A East Main Street • Orange, VA 22960

503 Faulconer Drive, Suite 6 • Charlottesville, VA 22903

PRIVATE SOMERSET HORSE PROPERTY

UNPARALLELED PRIVACY AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS

PUMPHOUSE ROAD - Small horse property located in the heart of Somerset and the Keswick Hunt. This mostly open & fenced 14.5 acre offering has a 3 bedroom & 3 bathroom house built in the 1940’s. Many recent improvements include a finished basement, 2 renovated bathrooms and remodeled kitchen. Situated at the end of a county road with great privacy. A 4-stall stable with tack room, wash stall & 2 new run-in sheds make this a great horse property. MLS# 559333 • $525,000

GOBBLERS GLEN - This Kahil Hamady designed residence is one of the finest homes currently on the market. The owners married perfect proportions with the highest quality materials, native stone, reclaimed wood, custom staircase and millwork and top of the line casement windows to take in the 40-mile views from every room. No expense spared. Ian Robertson designed gardens create a magical setting augmented by the natural beauty of the surrounding land. Rich soils and abundant water provide excellent orchard, grape Peter A. Wiley – 434.422.2090 or grazing potential. MLS# 587839 • $1,700,000

Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

MANOR HOME IN NORTH GARDEN

EXPANSIVE MOUNTAIN VIEWS

LAUREL RIDGE - English country manor home designed by renowned architect and built by highly respected contractor. Located amongst large, protected estates in the North Garden area of Albemarle County just 20 minutes from town. Property also has a swimming pool, storage barn, kennel & workshop. House is in very good condition & the kitchen was recently redone. Completely private setting.

MLS # 558793 • $1,250,000

MILE END RIDGE - In a beautiful 114 ac elevated setting with expansive mountain views, this residence is an expansive English country manor replete with all modern conveniences. The first floor is comprised of the timbered foyer, walnut library, dining room, music room, gourmet kitchen, adjoining family room, half bath, laundry room, and amazing master suite. The second floor includes 4 additional bedrooms with baths, and a widow’s walk. An Infinity pool, pool house/guest apartment and 4 car garage complete the offering.

Peter A. Wiley – 434.422.2090 MLS# 573218 • $2,899,000

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Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS

RIVER FRONTAGE AND BLUE RIDGE VIEWS

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

RIVER ROCK FARM - A beautiful farm with long frontage on the Lynch River and great views of the Blue Ridge. The main residence was custom built with reclaimed materials, native fieldstone and on-site milled oak counters. Sited for complete privacy, the home, a copper system pool and pool house enjoy beautiful views of the Blue Ridge. Pastures and a barn complex with riding trails, guest cottage/rental round complete this offering. High speed internet available. MLS# 588685 • $1,400,000

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(before I was in the industry) when my parents first considered doing a reverse mortgage themselves. My Mom asked me to help her do some research and that’s what started me on my path of wanting to eventually be the expert on the subject.

It’s amazing to me today that I still hear the same false rumors from people sometimes that I heard two decades ago. The mortgage company does not take title to your home and yes the heirs still inherit the home upon the borrower’s passing. Those are the two most misunderstood topics. And yes the money you receive is not income so it is not taxed as some people think. Also, Medicare and Social Security are not effected by the proceeds that you receive from a reverse mortgage. And yes it’s true that you are not required to ever make a payment for as long as you live in the home.

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I am very patient when I speak to clients and take my time explaining everything face to face with absolutely no pressure to move forward because I remember how much my parents appreciated it when the person that they worked with showed them the same respect.

I have never experienced the Sunday night blues of knowing that you are going back to work the next day as some people talk about. My job is a career that I never plan on retiring from because I genuinely enjoy working with my clients and seeing how their lives are benefitting from eliminating debt and by opening up a line of credit that can be used to help them for the rest of their lives. Every client’s story is a little bit different but they are all hoping to achieve a better life and I enjoy being a small part in that story.

Reverse Mortgages for Senior Citizens Contact John for a no pressure meeting.

Please feel free to contact me to discuss anytime or schedule to meet in my office or in the privacy of your home. All meetings are absolutely no-obligation and confidential.

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A Reverse Mortgage can significantly increase your quality of life in retirement years by eliminating debt and providing funds to keep up with the cost of living.

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This detects smoke.

We detect smokescreens.

Housing discrimination isn’t always obvious.

These are the kinds of smokescreens you might run into:

“Sorry, we’ve changed our minds about selling.”

“We just rented that apartment.”

“It doesn’t look like you qualify for the loan.”

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If you believe you may be a victim of housing discrimination, contact HUD or your local Fair Housing Center:

Visit www.hud.gov/fairhousing or call the HUD Hotline 1-800-669-9777 (voice) 1-800-927-9275 (TTY)

Your Choice. Your Right. Your Home.

A public service message from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in partnership with the National Fair Housing Alliance. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status or disability. For more information, visit www.hud.gov/fairhousing.

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HEREAS, the University of Virginia Men’s Basketball team has represented the University, the City of Charlottesville, and surrounding region with great integrity, pride, and honor,” begins the City of Charlottesville’s official proclamation honoring the 2019 Virginia Cavaliers.

“WHEREAS” members of the team have “volunteered countless hours in the community, been superb role models, and inspired our community to come together to show love and support to a phenomenal group of young men,” the proclamation says in part, the mayor and the City Council recognize the team for earning UVA its first national championship in men’s basketball, “and for making our city proud.”

Here in Charlottesville we’re proud of the Cavaliers, and we’re proud to be sports fans. We know that besides being good fun and great exercise, sports build character by teaching values like hard work, perseverance, team spirit, and respect for rules and fellow competitors.

We start becoming sports fans young around here. Teachers at one local preschool had their kids fill out a bracket during March Madness. (As it turns out, picking a team because the mascot is cute and familiar lands you in first place). Here’s a look at some of what we love.

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Hoos R Us The University of Virginia alone would be enough to keep sports fans happy around here. The men play baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, and wrestling. The women play basketball, cross-country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, and volleyball.

WNBA legend Tina Thompson leads the University’s women’s basketball team. Two-time National Coach of the Year Tony Bennett came to UVA from Washington State in 2009 and revitalized the men’s basketball program with his “five pillars”—humility, passion, unity, servanthood, and thankfulness.

Football coach Bronco Mendenhal led the “Cavs” to an 8-5 record in 2018 and a win over South Carolina in the Belk Bowl. They kick off their 2019 season on August 31 at Pittsburgh, then host William & Mary on September 6.

Under five-time ACC Coach of the Year and 2015 Baseball America College Coach of the Year Award winner Brian O’Connor, the Virginia baseball

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team has been to fourteen NCAA baseball tournaments and won the 2015 College World Series.

Recreational Sports While the Cavs keep us all talking, we love to get out and compete ourselves, and we have the leagues to do it in.

When we’re not rooting, we’re playing. The adult sports league formerly called Charlottesville Sports and Social Club and now just simply C’Ville Social is the brainchild of Chad Day, who moved here from Northern Virginia in 2006. Like many a newcomer, Day had a hard time meeting people at first.

Like the professional problem-solver (computer programmer) he is, he came up with a solution—a sports league.

Today the club’s 7,000 members stay active, have fun, meet new friends, or bond with old ones over basketball, bowling, flip cup, cornhole, kickball, volleyball (indoor, grass, and sand), softball, soccer and flag football.

“We’re happy to provide an outlet for recreational players to go out and get active,” Day says. “People are really friendly; you just need that icebreaker.

Being on a sports team with 10 or 15 other people is a great way to start.”

The Charlottesville Men’s Adult Baseball League (CMABL) fields five teams on nine fields. The league strives to promote “camaraderie, competition, fair play, fun, recreation, respect, and good sportsmanship among players, managers, teams, spectators and umpires.”

David and Ellen King moved to Virginia from Houston in 1995, looking for a farm with 12 flat acres. Today their farm in Crozet is home to King Family Vineyards, but those 12 acres are a polo field, site of the annual Roseland Polo season. Field and weather conditions permitting, matches are held each Sunday at 1:00 p.m. from Memorial Day Weekend through early October.

Kids and teens don’t stand on the sidelines—they have many options of their own. Fairview Swim and Tennis Club sits on eight acres adjacent to the Belvedere neighborhood. Club facilities include a six-lane, 25-meter pool with a diving well, a toddler pool, a wading pool, two one-meter diving boards, four hard-surface, lighted tennis courts, a tennis backboard, a basketball court, and a sand volleyball court.

Members can relax in lounge chairs or at picnic tables. The Club offers swimming and tennis lessons, maintains adult and junior tennis programs and a junior swim team, and sponsors social activities throughout the year.

The Jefferson Swim League (JSL) sponsors 18 children’s swim teams, some of which are open to the general public. Nearly 3,000 kids take part in JSL races and relays, swimming freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. The League emphasiz-

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zation of Charlottesville/Albemarle (SOCA) holds men’s, women’s and “co-recreational” matches today in the Charlottesville and Albemarle region and in Augusta County.

Over 6,000 players take part. Kids play in six different categories, from “Under Six” to “Elite Travel” for ages 13-19. Many hone their skills in camps and clinics or receive individual or small group training.

Whether you like to watch and cheer, or play and be cheered, or do a lot of each, you can do it here. Come the Final Four, even our preschoolers wear orange and blue. Charlottesville is really a sports town. n

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es sportsmanship and fair play. “The Championship lasts a day,” it says, while “sportsmanship lasts a lifetime.”

The Cavalier Wrestling Club is committed to teaching life lessons through sport with its Scholastic Program (K12) and its USA Wrestling Regional Olympic Training Center (RTC), which brings children together with UVA and Olympic-level athletes for wrestling tips and life lessons. The club’s aim is “to instill the discipline, focus, perseverance, strength, and self-confidence required to help our athletes achieve excellence on and off the mat.”

Promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect for the game and its participants, Seminole Lacrosse gives Central Virginia kids an opportunity to play lacrosse at all levels. Seminole offers full and partial financial aid for its programs.

The Albemarle Girls’ Field Hockey and Lacrosse League was founded in 1981 by Linda Perriello and Linda Southworth for middle school girls.

Teaming up with the parents of some of the players, the two women also helped to start varsity programs at City and County high schools. Nowadays the League offers lacrosse for girls in grades 5-8.

Founded in 1982 in a town with little soccer history, Soccer Organi-

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Nelson County Land Crabtree Falls Highway Lots 3 & 4 Located minutes from Crabtree Falls (the highest falls east of the Mississippi), this could be the site of your dream getaway! Comprised of two lots, both with Tye River frontage, this 10.07-acre parcel is close to the Appalachian Trail, the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Fish Hatchery and Spy Rock. Just a short jaunt to the Nelson County Valley and numerous breweries, cideries, wineries, orchards and shopping.

The Tye River is known for its excellent fishing as well as scenic swimming holes.

$99,000

Segue Lane Enjoy the long-range mountain views and this pastoral scene just across the road. These two parcels that make up 8.32 acres (lot 8R, 3.82 acres), can be purchased separately. Located in the back area of the New Land, this feels very private. Close to the famous Monroe Institute and just 30 minutes from Charlottesville. In the central part of Nelson County, this is convenient to all of the services, visitor and Wintergreen Resort amenities. $75,800 Dark Hollow Road Wooded, 4.98-acre parcel with mountain

and pastoral views. The views could be opened up to enjoy every season of the year. Land is mostly wooded and rolling but at the back of the property it has a steep drop off above an old quarry site. Exercise caution. Zoned agricultural. There is no homeowners association and thus no restrictions. Within a few miles of Routes 29 and 151 for easy commuting to Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Wintergreen. Convenient to outdoor recreation and orchards, breweries, wineries, and more. Great location for full-time residence or vacation getaway! $39,900

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Holly Hill - Barboursville Move-in ready. Gorgeous hardwood floors & tile cover the main floor. Foyer opens into a light-filled family room/dining/kitchen combo. Large family room & deck for family gatherings/entertaining. New paint & crown molding. Large master BR w/walkin closet. Nice level back yard. Located near NGIC, Hollymead Townecenter & Charlottesville. MLS#575093, $339,000

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

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WALK TO GROUNDS AND FONTAINE RESEARCH PARK. Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a quiet street, yet close to so much! Spacious 18 x 18 family room has a brick fireplace, handsome wood floors and wall of windows to the sunroom. Beautifully remodeled master bath. Backyard is great for play, gardening and pets. $325,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434962-3420. (590612)

LUXURY CUSTOM BUILT HOME on 2.85 acres with many fine exterior & interior updates offers expansive 1st floor master suite, gourmet kitchen w/breakfast bar, finished bonus room, finished sunroom w/sauna, detached 3 car garage & attached garage, and MUCH MORE. Multiple Parade of Homes Winner by Bridge Hampton Builders. $489,900. Yonna & Keith Smith.

434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (590292)

HOME HAS BEEN LOVINGLY CARED FOR by owners. House exterior freshly painted, driveway enlarged, improved and well graveled. County road has now been paved! Very peaceful property. $334,900. Ginger Ashcom, 434-978-1066 and Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (588231)

COME BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in Octonia Highlands! Nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the beautiful South River Valley where nature and community are a lifestyle. The builder has 6 designs from 1730-2730 FSF, 2 car garage, unfinished basement, over 19 lots to chose from and offering all the upgrades you would like in a new home. $473,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (588107)

WELCOME TO OCTONIA HIGHLANDS! Nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the beautiful South River Valley where nature and community are a lifestyle. To Be Built is The Rehoboth Model, 4BR/3.

5BA, over 2700 FSF, 2 car garage, unfinished basement and all the upgrades you would like. More design and lots available. $488,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties. com 434-960-5187. (588094)

MOUNTAIN RETREAT on 10 acres w/Blue Ridge views. Built in 2005 still shows like new. A must see to appreciate the high-end finishes; yellow pine floors throughout, large kitchen w/hickory cabinets & granite counters, 4BR/3BA, unfinished basement, Hardiplank siding, garage and more. Covered front porch & large rear deck. $549,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (579085)

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)

CUSTOM BUILT 2 STORY less than a 10 min drive to UVA. 4-5BR/3.5BA, totally renovated kitchen & baths, recently refinished hardwood floors on both levels, FPs, built-ins, heated glass sunroom across the entire rear of the home overlooking 1/2 acre of woods mature plantings and level yard. Attached 2 car garage. Outstanding value at $459,000. Joan Esposito “Your Running Realtor”, 434-760-1028. (588421)

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30 ACRES WITH BLUE RIDGE VIEWS and Division Rights. Private building sites with broad views. Half pasture/ half wooded. 1500 sq ft work shed. Driveway and well in. In northwest Albemarle 12 minutes from shopping and restaurants. $795,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420.

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LOCATED 3 MILES from the quaint town of Batesville, this privately situated building lot offers 15.38 acres. Parcel has spectacular panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views and is located within the Western Albemarle School District. $149,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (585085)

1377 SINGLETON LANE Time: 12-3 pm Hosting Agent: The Alley Team

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. (585473)

EXPANSIVE WOODED LOT and convenient to everything. This lot is located at the end of a shared community road, offering tons of privacy and convenience.

Property is very gently rolling and a good candidate for new construction with or without a basement. Less than a mile outside of Ruckersville. $57,500. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (588171)

BUILD YOUR CUSTOM HOME and be surrounded by nature while enjoying mountain views. This 29 North location is just minutes to NGIC, DIA, Hollymead Center and Charlottesville. 6.138 acres consisting of some open space and timber. Adjoining 2.81 acre parcel is available if more land is desired (see mls# 571993).

Owner financing available. $159,000. Pamela Maloney, 434-284-1848. (571992)

IMMACULATE HOME in Mosby Mountain is better than new on professionally landscaped FLAT half-acre minutes to downtown. No detail spared in this five-bedroom home with terrace level in-law suite with family room, kitchenette/ bar, and workshop. Travertine fireplaces, fenced yard, ALL NEW bathrooms, kitchen appliances, Trex deck, Hot Springs hot tub, custom awnings, radiant flooring, lighting, carpet & HVAC units. $660,000. Simone Kerber Alley, 434-7600076. (590388) Directions: 64 to 5th Street Ext/Old Lynchburg Road, Right on Singleton Lane, (2nd entrance into Mosby Mountain).

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BROAD BLUE RIDGE VIEWS of Almost 180 Degrees. 6.3 Acres in Indian Springs, Earlysville. Partially open for the views and great yard space. On a cul de sac with protected land behind. 15 gpm well. 25 acres of community space with lake within the neighborhood.

Less than 15 minutes to shopping and restaurants and 25 to UVa. $390,000 Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420.

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HOME SALES STATS

ENDING THE WEEK OF MAY 19, 2019

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35 were in Albemarle with an average price of $466,596 14 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $445,071 6 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $301,070 5 were in Greene with an average price of $269,109 6 were in Louisa with an average price of $239,567 2 were in Madison with an average price of $478,500 8 were in Nelson with an average price of $221,938 2 were in Orange with an average price of $214,500 5 were in Staunton with an average price of $218,700 5 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $208,592

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1313 COURTYARD DRIVE REDFIELDS

145 MELTON WAY GORDONSVILLE

1905 FENDALL AVENUE RUGBY

62 AGATE LANE WINTERGREEN

174 MANOR BLVD PALMYRA

108 GEORGE STREET STAUNTON

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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

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

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ORANGE COUNTY

www.nelsoncounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.804 per $100

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419 NE SECOND ST. - NORTH DOWNTOWN CHARLOTTESVILLE - Downtown Charlottesville city home c. 1920 with high ceilings and rear porch that is magical overlooking a private city yard. A rare offering with open floor plan, 3 bedrooms and additional 2-bdroom garden apartment.

Do not miss this opportunity. MLS 588413 $1,750,000

1108 HILLTOP RD. - Rarely does a property come available with so many excellent qualities. Period Charlottesville Georgian designed by Marshall Wells built in the late 1930’s. Flemish Bond with a slate roof and copper gutters and downspouts, the second floor master bedroom suite has a renovated master bathroom with three additional bedrooms and bedroom and bathroom suite on 1st floor and basement level. A contemporary kitchen and eat in dining area with multiple living spaces and formal dining room, four fireplaces and terrace fireplace outdoors with extensive plantings/gardens and private lawn. All only seconds from Barracks Rd. shopping center, a quick walk to UVA or proximity to the Downtown Mall. This property is one of the best locations in town. MLS 588265 $2,600,000

109 N BENNINGTON RD. - Well appointed brick house, recently renovated in excellent condition with proximity to shopping a Barracks Road Shopping Center. The kitchen appliances are stainless steel with granite counter tops. The 4-bedroom house has 2 full baths and 2 half baths and is incredibly well appointed. Do not miss this fantastic Charlottesville property. MLS 589763 $550,000

626 PRESTON PLACE - Great opportunity near UVA, charming neighborhood and centrally located in Charlottesville. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, fenced yard, storage shed and beautiful outdoor terrace, second story porch. This house has the potential to make a 1st floor master but would need a little bit of work to make it a 4 bedroom. Easy to show. MLS 589655 $725,000

TORTHORWALD - Arguably one of the most beautiful roads in Virginia just north of Madison. c. 1975 contemporary country home situated on 155-acres, this extraordinary setting and lovely farm rests against the Robinson River with a backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains too dramatic to believe. The 4 bedroom brick house is well situated to take in all of the views in every direction. Privacy with a breathtaking setting.

A small recently improved farm managers cottage/ guest house and equipment barn make up the accessory buildings. MLS 589786 $1,595,000

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 $9,500,000

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. The complete package, located in Somerset VA. MLS# 585034 $2,975,000

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. This is an equestrians dream property.

Charlottesville in under 12 minutes. MLS# 585648 $3,250,000

VERULAM FARM - 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.

MLS# 583494 $15,800,000

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FR ENCH INSPIR ED COUNTRY HOME

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3104 RAGGED RIDGE LANE $1,375,000 Elegant, light-filled French architecture by Dalgliesh, Gilpin, & Paxton. Built by Shelter Associates with the finest materials & craftsmanship. Details include: ceiling height of 10’8”, triple crown moldings, mill work bookcases, stunning hanging staircase, 19th c. mantel, recessed windows & French Doors to patios from living rm & dining rm. Chef ’s kitchen, farm sink, Sub-Zero cabinet refrigerator, Dacor gas stove, custom pantry & cabinets. Punkie Feil (434) 962-5222 or Elizabeth Matthews (434) 284-2105. MLS# 590524

ULTRA PREMIUM CONDO NEXT TO THE MALL

550 WATER STREET #401 • $679,000 This 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 4th floor offering enjoys views of Charlottesville’s bustling Downtown scene. The unit will be completely finished by Nov. 2019 but can be viewed now. Just off the bricks of the Downtown Mall, the unit offers huge windows, open floor plan, and 1 secure garage parking space. MLS# 590259

SPECTACUL AR STORY BOOK SETTING

PRISTINE CONTEMPORARY - PEACOCK HILL

1-LEVEL TOWNHOUSE WITH BASEMENT

4155 SADDLEWOOD TRAIL • $499,000 “Southern Living” design home w/ Master Suite of your dreams, open concept kitchen/family room, spacious rooms, front & back porches. Deck enlarged to include covered area w/ motorized shades, reinforced for hot tub & gas line for grill. Fin. terrace level room used as 4th BR. Tommy Brannock (434) 981-1486. MLS# 590321

821 GILLIAMS MOUNTAIN ROAD • $649,000 Only 15 mins from Downtown, this beautiful contemporary on 2+ acres offers light-filled interior w/ vaulted ceilings, flowing flr plan, & hardwood flrs throughout. Wrap-around deck overlooks mature woods & peaceful setting. Master suite offers stylish escape w/ luxurious ensuite bath w/ dual vanities. Hunter Palmer (434) 981-0533. MLS# 590086

915 STONEHENGE ROAD • $235,000 Tucked away mins from shopping & Downtown, this bright & private 3 bed, 3 bath end-unit features hardwood floors throughout 1st flr, fireplace & updated baths. Master has private deck. Fin. walkout terrace level & stonework outside w/ custom steps, terraced gardens & patio. Suzie Hegemier (434) 962-8425. MLS# 590846

PRIVATE COUNTRY RETREAT - ADVANCE MILLS

FR EE UNION STUNNER - R EDUCED

M AGICA L C. 1930 K ESW ICK COTTAGE

1550 MERRIEFIELDS LANE • $469,000 One-owner, custom designed/built home bordering the Rivanna River offers a 1st floor Master Suite plus multiple living spaces indoors & outside. Relax on the wide, wrap-around porch or spend cozy nights by 1 of the 2 fireplaces. Excellent storage, 2 out buildings, & 2-car Garage. Tommy Brannock (434) 981-1486. MLS# 590733

2437 CHAPEL SPRING LANE • $1,545,000 Set in absolute tranquility and privacy yet with panoramic Blue Ridge views, this dramatic Georgian has been updated and expanded brilliantly. Russell Skinner designed the stunning great room addition & Charles Stick, the arresting landscape design.

2 large covered porches. Formal gardens, tennis court. MLS# 567008

2417 PALMER DRIVE • $795,000 Tucked away just 10 mins from Downtown, Black Cat Cabin will steal your heart w/ endless charms, privacy & history. Vaulted living room is light & airy w/ massive stone fireplace. Soapstone counters in kitchen compliment exposed beams. Screened porches on both flrs bring the outside in. Liz Raney (434) 242-3889. MLS# 590917

ULTRA PREMIUM CONDO NEXT TO THE MALL

550 WATER STREET #400 • $1,750,000 This 2 bed, 2.5 bath space on the 4th floor enjoys sweeping views of the vibrant Downtown scene & the mountains beyond. Full buildout Nov. ‘19, but can be viewed now. Huge windows, open floor plan, expansive & private covered 427 sq ft terrace, secure garage parking & storage unit. Only 1 other, 1 bed unit on the 4th floor. MLS# 590259

2470 CASCADES DRIVE $899,000 Stunning, impeccably-maintained custom home nestled on almost 6 park-like acres & bordered by a babbling creek in picturesque Free Union. The 4,300+ finished sf, 5 BR, 3.5BA home features high ceilings & walls of windows to take in views & capture natural light. Breathtaking outdoor living space incl’ covered front porch, screened-in porch, large open rear deck & private balconies. Incredible 1st floor mstr with 12’ ceilings, huge closet, office & private deck. Kristin Streed (434) 409-5619. MLS# 590090

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