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(434) 361-2440 www.MountainAreaRealty.com 2788 Rockfish Valley Highway • Nellysford, VA 22958
Home, 5-Car Garage, Pool, Shop, Greenhouse
195 Coopers Mtn Rd, Martinsville, VA
Heated Pool w/ Water Fall
Incredible 40 acre estate packed with incredible amenities including 5,942 sq.ft, 4BR, 5BA home with generator back up, spacious outdoor area with heated pool, pool house with bath, 5-car garage w/ storage, 50x80 heated shop with (2) drive-in doors, 20x60 commercial greenhouse w/ generator backup, restored log cabin, several storage barns, and gated entrance. Tax assessed at $804,500.
AGENT ON SITE • Sun 11/15 from 1-3PM • Sale Day at 11:30AM • Private showing other times by appointment DIRECTIONS: From Rocky Mount, US-220S 8mi to LEFT on Muddy Fork (618). 5mi to LEFT on Coopers Mountain Rd. 1/4mi on left.
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Heated Pool w/ Water Fall A unique art gallery located in the heart of Historic Downtown Gordonsville. Offering an assortment of works by local artists as well as those from throughout the country.
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Former dentist office located in Lynchburg’s medical hub within walking distance to Centra General Hospital. The 3,334 sq.ft. 2-story brick building (1,667 sq.ft. per floor) was built in 1982 and offers upper and lower level parking. Previously listed for $315,000. Tax assessed at $299,900. AGENT ON SITE • Tue, Nov.17 12-1PM • Tue, Nov.24 12-1PM • Mon, Nov.30 12-1PM • Sale Day at 11:30AM • Private showing other times by appointment DIRECTIONS: From Centra Lynchburg General Hospital, take Thomson Dr. 0.2mi to last building on left. TERMS: 10% deposit. Closing on or about 30 days. 5% buyer’s premium. High bid subject to U.S. Bankruptcy Court approval. Complete terms online.
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OLD TRAIL DRIVE
MOVE-IN READY! SPACIOUS! UPGRADES AND IMPROVEMENTS! Opportunity to be part of the Old Trail Village community at a great value. Looks deceivingly small from the outside yet there’s over 5,000 sq. ft. expertly designed to fit a variety of needs and wants. One-level living! Spacious, energy efficient (HERS rating 49), custom 6” Castilian Walnut floors, deep seated front porch, large rooms, sizable closets & a floor plan perfect for entertaining. Terrace level offers 5th bed, full bath & 3 common areas...office, exercise, craft or game room.The choice is yours! Please see list of improvements in docs. Don’t miss this one! Owner is RE Agent $622,000
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ADVANCE MILLS ROAD
2 story home with 1st and 2nd floor master suites, large kitchen with breakfast area and hardwood floors. Set on 11, private acres with 2 ponds. Stunning pool, hot tub, landscaping and a 864 sq. ft. cottage set this property apart. Covered front porch and covered back terrace. Views from most rooms. Upgrades include; new 50 year shingles, new dual fuel HVAC as well as a generator. Division rights. $795,000
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Fabulous 100 acre farm with 3 ponds, open pasture land & lovely woodlands. Circa 1783 farmhouse has been thoughtfully renovated w/ luxurious finishes. Light-filled rooms. The kitchen features custom cabinets, island w/ quartzite top, granite countertops and a Bertazzoni gas range. Beautiful fireplace surrounds. 3 large bedrooms & stunning bathrooms. Large, outdoor dining porch. Detached 3 car garage w/ workshop, mudroom and 2nd floor apartment. Apartment has an open floor plan, 2 bedrooms and a deck overlooking a pond. $1,250,000
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ASPIAN LAWN
Gorgeous lake and mountain views from 183 scenic acres within 16 miles of Charlottesville. Circa 1750’s residence 6-bedrooms, 5-baths, 2 fireplaces, whole house generator. Guest cottage, barn, lush pastures, and 11-acre lake. MLS#610431 $1,945,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
ASHCROFT
Stunning mountain views abound throughout this bright, spacious, 4-bedroom residence. Privately tucked on 2.26 acres adjoining common space. Located minutes from Pantops and University of Virginia. MLS#607638 $1,145,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
WALNUT HILLS
HISTORIC Georgian Revival mansion built circa 1878 by Gov. James Kemper on 373 splendid acres, guest cottage, and a complement of farm buildings. Long frontage on Rapidan River. MLS#574009 $3,490,000 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455 www.WalnutHillsVa.com
Situated amongst stately and mature oaks is this picturesque and peaceful 45+ acre farm only a short distance from Charlottesville. Fully renovated and beautifully maintained 4,500+ sf. home is sited in the heart of the property with attractive views of rolling meadow, professional riding arena, pond and mature forest. House contains 4-BR, 4.5-BA, LR w/FP and DR. Farm improvements include stables with attached apartment and studio, workshop and storage with adjacent equipment shed. Ideal small farm or equestrian estate. MLS#601428 $1,875,000 Steve McLean,434.981.1863
RIVER LAWN
Delightful combination of wood and pastureland with a spectacular bluff for a building site overlooking the James River in southern Albemarle County. Property is under easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. MLS#569753 $745,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
FARMINGTON
1954 Milton Grigg 8-bedroom residence on over 2.5 acres. Fronting the 17th fairway in Farmington, offering a quality-built home, gorgeous setting, and prime location only minutes to the University of Virginia and Downtown. MLS#606911 $4,950,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
TOTIER HILLS FARM
Exquisite brick mansion, superb quality construction and features in over 9,000 fin. sf. On 98 gently rolling acres with total privacy, a stream, and pond. Only 5 minutes to shops, 15 miles to UVA. MLS#600284 $2,700,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 www.TotierHillsFarm.com
AVENTADOR
Magnificent Georgian home with over 10,000 fin.sf., 6 bedrooms, 6 full and 2 half baths, main-level master, eat-in kitchen. Guest home and 296+ acres with panoramic pastoral and mountain views. MLS#602894 $4,750,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 www.AventadorVA.com
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LOCUST GROVE
Beautifully renovated and charming Downtown gem with 5 BR, 2.5 BA in the main residence with a breezeway attaching a 1 BR apartment that has been used as a successful AirBnB. New HVAC (with high-efficiency boiler for radiant heat in part of the home), active solar and great storage. Spectacular outdoor living/ entertaining area, fabulous gardens, water feature with fish pond, herb garden and raised beds for vegetables and flowers. Quiet and friendly neighborhood, steps from dining, shopping and entertainment! MLS#610720 $985,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
VERULAM FARM
Landmark estate just west of University of Virginia on 500 acres. Classic home of the highest standards with elegant spaces, 5 bedroom suites, formal gardens, pool, cottage, event barn, and bold mountain views all create a one-of-a-kind offering. MLS#597954 Andrew Middleditch, 434.981.1410
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SUGAR HOLLOW ROAD
West of Charlottesville with glorious views and direct access to 47 miles of hiking trails & fishing. Well-constructed & maintained log cabin on 4.70 acres provides year-round comfortable living with new whole-home generator. MLS#604938 $850,000 Mark Mascotte, 434.825.8610
SOMERSET
Circa 1856, 4-BR, 3-BA home on 4+ acres fronting the scenic Rapidan River and adjacent to other large historic farms and estates in Orange County. Located 30 minutes to Charlottesville, 60 minutes to Richmond, and 90 minutes to DC. MLS#596560 $845,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
CRAWFORD’S KNOB NATURAL AREA PRESERVE
1422 High Mountain Acres: an opportunity to own a Nature Preserve protected in perpetuity, a chance to purchase and hold wilderness, and to leave it largely unaltered. MLS#608893 $1,900,000 Will Carr, 434.981.3065
FRAY’S GRANT
Ten fabulous home sites mostly in beautiful hardwoods, gently rolling and PRICED BELOW TAX ASSESSMENTS! Two lots have 21 acres each, private settings and frontage on the Rivanna River. Ten minutes to airport, excellent shopping. Call Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 for pricing.
WIND RIVER
5-BR, 5-BA, 2-story brick home on 4.06 acres in desirable Meriwether Lewis school district. Lightfilled interior, open living spaces, and 1st-floor BR/ office. Finished terrace level includes kitchen, BR, BA, and office/study ideal for in-law or guest suite. MLS#606929 $894,500 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
RICHMOND
Nearly two acres in the City of Richmond on desirable Rothesay Circle with potential river views. Open woodland with mature hardwoods and small fields. Minutes from Carytown, James River Park, and downtown. MLS#2031412 $449,000 Philip Reed, 804.833.8325
SWEET RETREAT
Enjoy fresh air, sunshine, and total privacy from this splendid mountain home offering distant Blue Ridge Mountain views across the Rockfish Valley. Sited on over 14 acres, the home is flooded with natural light. 4 BR and 4.5 BA. Wonderful outdoor spaces. MLS#610115 $995,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
GLENMORE
Entertain poolside from this impeccably-maintained 6-BR home. Renovated kitchen open to inviting family room w/stone FP. 1st & 2nd floor master suites. Whole-house generator. Great lot with level, manicured lawn and lovely landscaping. MLS#609496 $1,125,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
MILTON VILLAGE
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 $375,000 Mark Mascotte, 434.825.8610
GILBERT STATION ROAD
Wonderfully private, 67-acre tract of land approximately 11 miles north of Charlottesville in Barboursville. Mostly wooded with a creek and road frontage. Tremendous views. MLS#552156 $565,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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LONESOME MOUNTAIN ROAD
5-acre lot that has not been available for many years. This country but close-to-town location is conveniently located with quick access to Historic Downtown Mall, UVA, NGIC, airport, and North Fork Business Park. MLS#593160 $250,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
SUNNYSIDE
Large parcel convenient to Charlottesville and University of Virginia. Exceptional Blue Ridge views, farm house (in need of restoration). Under Virginia Outdoors Foundation easement but with divisions into already predetermined parcels. MLS#585228 $4,400,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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ave you ever thought of your home as an oasis? A calm place buffering you and your family from chaos in the surrounding world? Where raucous street and city noise fades into the distance, and you are among neighbors you know by name? What if that oasis extends even beyond your home and reaches to the edges of your neighborhood? Enveloped by beautiful grounds, entertained by countless amenities, a gated community can create a world within a world, where you don’t have to be on vacation to live a resort lifestyle. And if you are imagining your ideal home, the location might end up playing an outsized role, particularly if you’re still commuting to work and participating in the urban economy outside your oasis. Fortunately, for folks in Central Virginia or those looking to relocate here, the formula for that lifestyle is tried and true and boasts a nearly 20-year success story. It’s called Spring Creek and is located at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Interstate-64 and U.S. Route 15, just 17 miles from Charlottesville.
Living Large When buying at Spring Creek, you don’t just buy a home, you buy a lifestyle. One that appeals to golfers and
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non-golfers alike. Dan Girouard, Broker with Spring Creek Realty, reports, “Only about 25 percent of the buyers at Spring Creek play golf. The other 75 percent love everything else about living here.” REALTOR® Pam Dent, with Gayle Harvey Real Estate, Inc., says the topnotch tennis courts, swimming facilities, and fitness centers provide fun and value for everyone in the household. “Spring Creek’s 25-meter saltwater pool and the walking trails have almost universal appeal. The court sports (tennis, pickleball, basketball, etc.) attract athletes and funseekers of all ages and abilities.” Even during a pandemic, there is no shortage of things to do at Spring Creek. While some activities have been curtailed to adhere to safe physical distance recommendations, others are designed for this environment. The golf course has stayed open and remains a popular recreational outlet during the pandemic because
players can maintain social distancing. Other activities at Spring Creek are just as appealing. The miles of walking trails through preserved land keep people at a distance but bring residents up close and personal with nature. About that golf course…former collegiate player Ross Shipe from Charlottesville says it’s a must play. “At one point or another I have been a member at most of the area courses over the years. We were all excited about the opening of Spring Creek. It is one of the best layouts, if not the best, in the area and the course is always in great shape. The staff are top notch, which can really make or break a membership experience.” It’s not only the locals that think it’s great. In 2019, Spring Creek was ranked the 2nd Best Virginia Golf Course by Golf Advisor. It has been ranked 66th by Golf Digest’s “America’s Top 100 Public Courses,” 4th Best in State by Virginia
Golf Ratings, and 5th by Golf Advisor’s “Top 100 Best Courses from 2012-2017.” Of course, the 75 percent of residents that don’t play golf can enjoy a full service, high quality, on-site restaurant and bar seven days a week. Tavern on the Green appeals to players coming off the golf course or from anywhere else. The available indoor and outdoor dining has served them well during the pandemic restrictions and offers Spring Creek residents a highly valued social outlet for family and friends—even if from a distance. From recreational and fitness facilities, leagues, and classes, to social and cultural programming, Spring Creek offers one of the broadest spectrums of lifestyle amenities in the area. Tom Ridley, VP of Sales for Evergreen Home Builders, one of the two on-site home builders, says “Spring Creek is unique in Central Virginia. There aren’t that many fully amenitized, gated golf communities in the area, and even fewer at this price point.”
Super Convenient Location Once all the infrastructure was in place with U.S. Routes 250 and 15 and the Interstate-64 connection, it didn’t take long for the Zion Crossroads area to wake up to its full potential. In 2001, when Louisa County allowed the requisite zoning for 1,200 residential units, Spring Creek was up and running.
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Spring Creek golf community. Open floor plan, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, First floor has nice open kitchen, dining room, large recreation room opening to deck, master bedroom plus another bedroom on first floor, laundry room. Second floor has a large 18 x 16 bedroom. Unfinished basement with roughed in bath and wet bar plus studding for more rooms. Walking distance to great golf coarse, tennis, restaurant, walking trails, play area for children. Convenient to Walmart, Lowes other shopping and I64. Easy drive to UVA, Charlottesville or Richmond. MLS# 607057
Since then, Zion Crossroads and Spring Creek have been growing in lock step. Residents love having the variety of businesses available within a couple of miles of home. In addition to Walmart, Lowe’s, and fast-food restaurants, specialty businesses are beginning to fill out the region. The Spring Creek Business Park adjacent to the residential area is home to UVA and Martha Jefferson medical clinics, doctors’ offices, an animal hospital, a restaurant and hotel, and there is plenty of room for growth. Beyond what’s available at your doorstep, Spring Creek is a great location for commuters and shoppers alike. It’s easy striking distance to all that Charlottesville has to offer, just a 20-minute drive, and Short Pump is less than 45 minutes away. Headed to D.C.? It’s only 100 miles. If your commute is to Charlottesville, Spring Creek is a great starting and ending point to keep the sun always at your back. Heading west towards Charlottes-
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ville in the morning and east to Spring Creek at the end of the day makes sure you don’t wear out your sunglasses on your drive. It’s a minor detail, but one that can play out twice a day, five days a week. Sales Manager Elsa D’Elia, with Stanley Martin, an on-site home builder, calls Spring Creek the perfect location. “This is a fabulous little corner that is attracting buyers from all over the country. They are attracted by the location and lifestyle and are sold on the value.”
Lots of Options If you’re interested in the Spring Creek lifestyle, there’s good news. Plenty of different options are available to get into just the right home that fits your needs. This includes resale homes as well as new construction. The two on-site builders serving the Spring Creek community, Stanley Martin Homes and Evergreen Home Builders, both offer a variety of models from which to choose.
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Surround yourself with mature hardwoods and wildlife on this quiet site. Tucked into the very back of a nice neighborhood for leisurely strolls and bike riding. Well with super flow already in place. Level and slightly sloped building sites. $200,000.
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Work with a custom builder to create your dream on this 3 acre site. Any style is fine. Ivy Creek frontage and year round view of the Blue Ridge. Neighborhood of $1m+ homes less than 15 minutes to UVA. A 4000 sq ft home plus land will cost approximately $1,200,000.
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Barn house style designed to take advantage of the views. Almost every room has them. Master suites on both floors. Apartment over the three care garage. Level and open 5.6 acres for play, gardening and animals. 20 minutes west of town. $1,600,000. C U O N N D TR E AR C T
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Close to town, yet feels a million miles away. Nearly every room and the multiple decks have awesome views. Superior quality and character. Elevator and guest cottage provide great living flexibility/opportunities. 4 car garage. $2,875,000.
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Remodeled eat-in kitchen opens to family room and large deck. Walkout terrace level provides the fourth bedroom, third full bath, office and rec room. Tucked away on a quiet cul de sac street. Fenced yard with cool tree fort for play. $545,000.
Jim McVay
For 40 years I’ve supported local arts, early childhood education, environmental groups, my alma maters Dartmouth College and The Darden School at UVA and am a 290 unit blood donor. Associate Broker • Charlottesville Realtor since 1978 434-962-3420 • jim@jimmcvay.com Roy Wheeler Realty Co. 1100 Dryden Ln. Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Pristine condition and open, light spaces are so appealing. Spacious kitchen is wide open to both the sun and family rooms. Walkout terrace level. Over 6000 finished sq ft. Common area on three sides for extra beauty and nature. 10 Minutes to downtown and UVA. $975,000.
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Stanley Martin has two attached villa models and several other one- and twostory options available. Evergreen Home Builders began offering semi-custom homes to Spring Creek buyers this summer. Ridley wasn’t quite sure what to expect coming into this market because it had been a while since a semi-custom builder had been on-site. “We were hoping to sell five to seven homes per year and we are already on pace to exceed that, even though we just got started a couple of months ago. We have six models to choose from, to start your semi-custom design package. “We are working feverishly to get our model home completed, but that’s not slowing down any of our customers. They like what they see in the Spring Creek community and they know we can deliver on the home they want.”
Buyers wanting to move to Spring Creek also have the option of bringing their own builder. And when it comes to choosing a lot, pick your favorite view. There are three choices available: golf course, neighborhood, and conservation. On a golf course lot, you’ll have spectacular views of the award-winning golf course and the players who frequent it. A neighborhood lot will give you easy access to amenities and neighbors—of the human variety. On a conservation lot, some of those neighbors may be non-human. Abutting preserved land, these lots offer increased privacy and the opportunity for close-up views of local wildlife.
High Demand from All Sectors Almost twenty years after the original zoning was established for Spring Creek, the gated community is closing in on 700
homes out of the original 1,200 allotment. But you can bet that the remaining 500 units will sell much quicker than the first 700 did. Girouard says “This has been a crazy year, insanely crazy!” And he’s not just talking about the presidential election. “COVID-19 has really put getting out of THE city—whatever city that might be—and building your ‘forever home’ at the top of people’s list. “We did shut down for a few months when COVID hit. We’ve made quite a comeback since late spring. That’s when the frenzy began, and we have been in an aggressive building mode since then. We have several years of inventory left, several more phases to get to our maximum of 1,200. Don’t doubt it for a minute; we’ll get there long before the current trajectory predicts. “There is such an extensive product line available at Spring Creek, and the location and amenities come together in an outstanding package. So, we appeal to all sectors of the population. We have seen a drastic upward spike in interest due to COVID-19 from Northern Virginia and the DC area. Whether they are older retirees, early retirees, or people that can now work from home, it’s like we have a direct pipeline into Spring Creek. We also have buyers joining us from California, Texas, Florida, you name it. “And with the easy highway access, this location favors people who are still working. We get lots of younger working people with or without kids. Our community really is reflective of the entire population.”
There is no doubt that COVID-19 has had an impact on how some sectors of the market view and define their home and what they expect from it. Some people want to move where there are no neighbors around for miles. Many are looking for a home that delivers on all the demands from working and studying at home and being comfortable and secure at home. Others are looking for that and easy access to unlimited recreational and fitness outlets and limited social interactions they can control. While the original formula for Spring Creek hadn’t factored in a pandemic 19 years later, the concept has held up well. Proof is in the demand, not only for new buyers moving into the community but in the existing residents that are buying here again. According to D’Elia, “Many of the existing houses on the market are available because people are ready to right-size their house but love the community and want to stay here. They are building their new house again in Spring Creek. This is the wave of the future: state of the art homes in a beautiful environment that is exquisitely maintained, resort style amenities and a welcoming community. All in an affordable package.” If that fits your definition of a dream life in your dream home, look no further than a little corner near I-64 and U.S. Route 15. Spring Creek is waiting for you, at least for now. Carla Huckabee is a writer specializing in health and high performing real estate.
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12,120 SF Flex Property Sold Charlottesville Bank by High School
SoldDowntown Building 8,415 SF Historic
Sold
Harrisonburg 7.23 Ac Mixed Use Parcel by JMU
Charlottesville Bank by High School
Sold
Sold
Sold
Charlottesville Bank by High School Sold
Downtown by Parking Garage
For Sale
Sold
Sold
Verona Portfolio of 4 Buildings by Augusta Co Government
For Sale For Sale For Sale
Waynesboro Staunton 18,000+ SF Building 44 Acre Approved for Subdivision Stauntonby 18,000+ Building Downtown Parking SF Garage
For Sale
Sold
Waynesboro
Waynesboro 44 Acre Approved for Subdivision 44 Acre Approved for Subdivision
Leased SF Flex Property 12,120
Sold
14,000 SF Former Dealership
Leased Charlottesville New Starbucks Drive-Thru Sold 14,000 SF Former Dealership
Charlottesville New Starbucks Leased Drive-Thru
6,200 SF UVA Medical Building Sold
30,000 SF Warehouse-Distribution Property 6,200 SF UVA Medical Building
30,000 SF
Sold Warehouse-Distribution Property
Sold Charlottesville Bank by Duners
8,415 SF Historic Downtown Building
12,120 SF Flex Property Sold
44 Bank Branches in VA & NC 30,000 SF Warehouse-Distribution Property
Sold
2 Acres 7-11 C-Store
44 Bank Branches in VA & NC
Property Types Include: Shopping Centers, Office Buildings, Gas Stations, Apartments, Mini-Storage, Industrial Buildings, Hotels Serving Local, Regional, National Clients Charlottesville Bank by Duners
2 Acres 7-11 C-Store
44 Bank Branches in VA & NC
2903 N. Augusta Street Staunton, VA 24401 • PO Box 5017 Charlottesville, VA 22905 Over $342 Million Sold/Leased in Last 17 Years
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Charlottesville Bank by Duners Over $342 Million Sold/Leased in Last 17 Years
2 Acres 7-11 C-Store Charlottesville New Starbucks Drive-Thru
Property Types Include: Shopping Centers, Office Buildings, Gas Stations, Apartments, Mini-Storage, Industrial Buildings, Hotels Serving Local,17 Regional, Over $342 Million Sold/Leased in Last Years National Clients 2903 N. Augusta Street Staunton, VA 24401 • PO Box 5017 Charlottesville, VA 22905 Property Types Include: Shopping Centers, Office Buildings, Gas Stations, Apartments, Mini-Storage, Industrial Buildings, Hotels Serving Local, Regional, National Clients 2903 N. Augusta Street Staunton, VA 24401 • PO Box 5017 Charlottesville, VA 22905
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HOME SALES STATS
ENDING THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 15, 2020 THERE WERE 85 SALES IN THE 11 COUNTY AND CITY AREAS
n 29 were in Albemarle with an average price of $688,800 n 9 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $577,333 n 10 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $336,933 n 2 were in Greene with an average price of $525,000 n 3 were in Louisa with an average price of $274,533 n 3 were in Madison with an average price of $574,000 n 17 were in Nelson with an average price of $426,676 n 5 were in Orange with an average price of $342,680 n 2 were in Staunton with an average price of $122,000 n 5 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $330,500
EAN FAULCONER INC. MCLFarm, Estate and Residential Brokers Farm, Estate and Residential Brokers 503 Faulconer Drive ∙ Charlottesville ∙ VA ∙ 22903
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Unique fixer upper! Circa 1930 Railroad House set on 2 acres in Covesville. Lovely double front porches. First floor is a separate apartment. Second floor, accessed from the back, is at ground level. Come out to see the possibilities. $185,000
CRESTWOOD DRIVE
A beautiful, west facing, residence in Charlottesville’s premier independent living community. This 2 bedroom 2 bath home is one of the larger units with 1,981 square feet. A 20’ wall of windows overlooks a manicured lawn and out to the Blue Ridge. Large, formal dining room (could be a family room) as well as a den. Fabulous common areas on each floor. Amenities include: indoor pool, work out rooms, library, ping pong and billiards room. Guest quarters for overnight guests. Basement level garage and storage room. $480,000
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CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE
GREENE COUNTY
CITY OF STAUNTON
LOUISA COUNTY
www.charlottesville.org Real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100 www.staunton.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100
CITY OF WAYNESBORO
www.waynesboro.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.90 per $100
ALBEMARLE COUNTY
www.albemarle.org Real estate tax rate: $.854 per $100
FLUVANNA COUNTY
www.co.fluvanna.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.925 per $100
www.gcva.us Real estate tax rate: $.775 per $100 www.louisacounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100
MADISON COUNTY
www.madisonco.virginia.gov Real estate tax rate: $.68 per $100
NELSON COUNTY
www.nelsoncounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100
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