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A PUBLICATION OF THE CHARLOTTESVILLE AREA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Charlottesville Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson, Orange, Augusta
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Exceptional home built by one of Charlottesville’s top builders, and located the gated community of Keswick Estates. The 4 bed, and 5.5 bath Arts and Crafts style home has all the modern conveniences including a large family room off of the gourmet kitchen, office/library, formal living room, large master, his and hers baths, stunning wood work throughout, coffered ceilings, and elevator. Privately situated on 3 acres, within walking distance to club, and the Pete Dye designed golf course, Full Cry.
In beautiful Amherst County, a private 1,292acre estate with panoramic mountain views. No conservation easement, great potential as family compound/retreat. Brick 1929 manor, open farm fields, hardwood forest and gently rolling topography with streams, ponds, tenant homes and barns.
Architect designed custom home with wonderful proportions and a desirable open floor plan. This single story 3 bedroom and 3.5 bath home boasts 10’ ceilings, oak flooring, coffered ceilings, 8’ doors, gourmet kitchen, great room with wood-burning fireplace, and ADA compliant throughout the whole house. Home also offers a private wing suitable as a two room office / guest suite with separate entrance. Immaculate condition, and very easy to maintain. Convenient to Charlottesville.
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Exceptional Bundoran Farm homesite with outstanding views and 15-acre equestrian potential. The elevated homesite looks eastward over rolling pasture to the mountains across Edge Valley. Open market debut for this parcel that boasts direct access to the Farm’s 14-mile trail system. High speed internet, 15 mins to Charlottesville / UVA.
Excellent value in Bundoran. Protected homesite with views across your own horse pasture to the protected forest beyond. Electric and fiber optic to the lot. H7 is designated as an equestrian lot. Owners will have access to 14 miles of riding and hiking trails across 2300 acres of Bundoran Farm. 15 minutes from Charlottesville and UVA.
One of the most spectacular vistas in Bundoran— over the protected Edge Valley to Israel Mountain Range and beyond. Easy access to the Tom Mountain trailhead. Miles of trails, fiber optic internet, complete serenity all within 15 minutes of Charlottesville. Parcel is an equestrian lot which would allow the owner to have horses.
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in the sought-after Ragged Mountain neighborhood just 15 minutes west of UVA. 3 acres with winter Blue Ridge views and Ivy Creek along one side. Enjoy having a recreation area in the trees at water’s edge. Builder has a few house plans that can be modified to your liking. 4500 sq ft home and land will cost about $1,295,000.
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• Renovated cape cod • Overlooking downtown Scottsville • 4 Bedrooms; 3 Baths • 2,795 finished sq.ft. • Hardwood floors • Basement apartment • MLS# 608408 • $425,000
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• Gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain views • South River frontage • 40.70 dividable acres • Create your own family compound • Privacy • Mature hardwoods and open pasture • MLS# 600761 • $595,000
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• Development possibilities • 3,500 +/- linear feet of frontage on Lake Anna • Mix of rolling pasture and hardwoods • Frontage along 2 state roads • “As-Is” farmhouse • 82.91 acres • MLS# 610245 • $2,499,000
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• Two 10 acre parcels • Private location, yet close to Lake Monticello • Privacy and bold stream frontage • 30 minutes to UVA • MLS# 611081, 611082 • $84,500, $144,500
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ALBEMARLE COUNTY
“I
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grew up in Albemarle County,” declares Georgia Lindsey, lifelong county resident and REALTOR®. Lindsey is an Associate Broker with the Nest Realty Group in Charlottesville. “I went to Monticello High School and UVA.” She attended graduate school at the University of Georgia and she and her husband headed back to Virginia. “There has been so much growth since I was little,” she says. “It’s interesting to see how much has changed.” Clearly Lindsey is speaking of relatively recent changes, but Albemarle County has seen many others since it was originally created in 1744 from the western reaches of Goochland County. In 1761, the county was carved up to create Buckingham and Amherst Counties and at the same time, the county seat was relocated to Charlottesville from Scottsville. In 1777, a final division lopped off land to create Fluvanna County. Today, Albemarle County is a top destination for homebuyers.
Why Homebuyers Head to Central Virginia “Even before COVID, I was seeing that people were leaving larger metropolitan areas,” observes REALTOR® Jim McVay, Associate Broker with Roy Wheeler Realty
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Co. “We are a chosen destination for a lot of people and now with COVID, you have to work remotely anyhow. That brings many people to this area.”
“Some buyers are out-of-towners,” he says, “but at the same time there are local residents looking to upgrade and some looking to downsize.”
What People? Where From?
Why Do They Come?
“Well, I see people coming from the D.C. area, but even as far away as California,” he says. “A fair number are coming because of UVA—as employees—and also we see returning alums and those who attended graduate programs and the JAG School.” The JAG School, or Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School is a graduate-level federal service academy located on the UVA grounds. Accredited by the American Bar Association, it serves all our military service branches.
“It’s really hard to separate Charlottesville and the county,” McVay points out. “Albemarle’s proximity to work and the University in Charlottesville is important. There are two major hospitals and The Children’s Hospital in the UVA Health System is especially remarkable. And there are so many activities.” The area, he says, is often on “Top of” lists. A tennis fan himself, he mentions that a tennis magazine recently listed the area as a top place for tennis. The
region is also recognized for running and for races such as the Charlottesville Marathon. Other recognitions have included a top place to visit in the spring as well as a top place to view fall foliage, a top livable place, a top place to retire, a top college town, a top healthy city and more. Along with this, says McVay, entertainment venues such as UVA’s John Paul Jones Arena, the Sprint Pavilion on the Downtown Mall and the historic Paramount Theater draw surprisingly “big” names from the Dalai Lama to the Rolling Stones. The reason for this, the staff at the Paramount Theater explains, is the proximity to large cities like Washington, Norfolk and even Baltimore and Philadelphia. Although our entertainment venues are smaller than in larger cities, being only a couple hundred miles away makes us a relatively nearby place to perform and thus a profitable little side trip on entertainment schedules. Various popular annual events are also on the calendar and bring visitors from a distance and volunteers from the city and Albemarle County. For example, the Tom Tom Festival & Summit, the Festival of the Book and the Virginia Film Festival are big draws. “It’s all about quality of life,” McVay says. “Education, health care, recreational and social activities, all of it. We aren’t a sleepy little Southern community anymore. As a university town with retirees
What Makes Albemarle a Popular Place to Call Home Many areas of Albemarle County actually have “Charlottesville” as their mailing address and county residents enjoy their proximity to the city’s cultural offerings. Historical sites in the county—like Monticello and Highland—add to the charm and are wonderful places to take visitors. Numerous vineyards, breweries, and cideries also welcome visitors. There is convenient shopping in the county. The new Fifth Street Station complex is home to Wegman’s, movies, restaurants, sporting goods, spa treatments, a walk-in medical clinic, and other facilities. Located just off I-64, it’s especially convenient for the southern portions of the county and areas near the Interstate.
“Homebuyers with children ask about the schools,” says REALTOR® McVay. “Our public schools are very good and we have excellent private schools also.” The county’s 15 elementary schools and five middle schools feed into three high schools—Albemarle, Western Albemarle, and Monticello which have regular sports programs and other extracurricular activities. In addition, four “academies” accept high school students from anywhere in the county. These academies have been designed for students who seek to concentrate in specific fields and include Environmental Studies; Health and Medical Sciences; Information and Communication Technology; and Math, Engineering and Science. There is also a Dual Credit program where any high school or homeschool student can concurrently take classes through Piedmont Virginia Community College at a campus location or online. Students earn credits toward college graduation requirements and since these courses are free in this program, it is an excellent money-saving strategy.
Homebuyers’ Big Question: What about housing? “Generally,” says REALTOR® Lindsey, “Albemarle is more affordable than Charlottesville for similar properties and has a great variety both in price ranges and in the type of property. The lots tend to be more spacious, too.” The reason for this, of course, is that with more than 700 square miles, the county has more open area for development while Charlottesville is more likely to see denser new development in the form of apartments and condos. What kind of properties can be found in Albemarle? Large individual homes with acreage. Older developments with mature trees and landscaping. Spanking new town home developments as well as age-restricted developments for those 55 and older. The latter two typically have clubhouses, pools, and fitness centers. (And no yards to tend.) These days, some developments combine townhomes with single-family or duplex dwellings to maximize greenspace. Golf course properties include Glenmore in the east and Old Trail in the west. Some development is on extra-large lots allowing for barns and pastures—often called horse properties. These often include or are adjacent to horse trails. “Just look at the range in the 84 Albemarle County properties that went under contract in just the first three weeks of 2021,” Lindsey says. “Prices ranged from $133,000 for a centrally located condo to
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Residents to the north patronize shops at Hollymead Town Center which is home to Harris Teeter, Wells Fargo, eateries, salons, and shops. The Shops at Stonefield include Trader Joe’s, a number of national businesses, eateries, movie theaters and Costco. Then there are numerous smaller shopping centers, restaurants and shops along Route 29, which is also known by its longtime moniker of Seminole Trail. (Factoid: “Auto trails” were named before they were numbered. In 1928, the Virginia General Assembly gave the Seminole Trail name to the through route from Danville to Warrenton. It was later numbered 29.) With three large regional parks and many smaller neighborhood playgrounds, there’s plenty of chance for recreation. In fact, Albemarle County maintains more than 80 miles of trails in parks and on greenways and what are now dubbed blueways. These are available for walking, running, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, swimming, rafting, and kayaking. Check online for information about nine specific county park trails including printable maps. Four boat launch sites within the county provide river access and there are lakes for canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. For many, the proximity of Shenandoah National Park gives wonderful access to camping, hiking on portions of the Appalachian Trail, or simply enjoying the scenery at the many overlooks of Skyline Drive.
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and others coming here, we have become a broader culture.” Other significant factors: an airport with non-or-one stop flights to many destinations, the AMTRAK station with increasing rail routes, and easy access to I-64 and I-81.
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A must-see! Outstanding house in highly desirable Farmington, overlooking pond & 3rd hole on Farmington Country Club’s East Golf Course.Conveniently located 7 min to UVA, 10 min to Downtown, & close to shopping/dining. This charming traditional home with slate roof has been lovingly updated &maintained. Home offers sweeping views of golf course; gorgeous Sunroom w/ wet bar; dramatic Dining Rm; warm, inviting Family Rm w/ fireplace; & convenient HomeOffice. 5 BR, 3.5 BA & 3 FP. Terrific flow for everyday living & entertaining. Beautifully updated kitchen & baths. Inviting w/o lower level opens to covered porch; couldbe fabulous in-law or nanny suite w/ Game Rm, Kitchenette & lovely BR with en suite BA. MLS# 609182 $1,695,000
Must see in person! One-level living in brick home with incredible potential in Farmington, overlooking pond and 3rd hole on Farmington Country Club’s East Golf Course. Home offers large Living Room and Dining Room with beautiful moldings perfect for entertaining, and enclosed Sun Porch to enjoy the views. Lightfilled, eat-in Kitchen with excellent storage. Walk-out terrace-level offers BR w/ Full Bath, Rec Room w/ FP and wet bar; opens to rear stone patio. Abundant storage on both levels. Attached garage has interior architectural features that could easily convert to finished living space. Conveniently located 7 min to UVA, 10 min to Downtown & close to shopping/dining. 4 BR (3 on main level) 3.5 BA, & 2 FP. MLS# 613359 $1,335,000
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nearly $1.8 million for an estate on close to 75 acres in the northern part of the county. The oldest is a 1792 post-andbeam home with a guest cottage near Scottsville. The newest is a townhome that is still under construction.” In fact, she says, 19 of those 84 contracts are for homes that will be completed in 2021. “This includes at least 11 homes in the Crozet/Old Trail area in the western part of the county” she says, “and there’s lots of construction in new neighborhoods north, south and east of town, too. This really drives home for me (no pun intended!) how building is happening in all areas of the county right now.” She explains that as an area we have limited inventory for people wanting to buy homes here. “We have lots of buyers ready to go,” she says, “so we need builders and building right now. It’s a pretty healthy situation.”
Albemarle County’s Comprehensive Plan The county, she says, is working hard to have a handle on development. “Things are being planned thoughtfully for people who need and want to be in our area for jobs or retirement.” To this end, the Board of Supervisors has developed a Comprehensive Plan, which is a guiding document for longterm plans for land use and resource protection. This plan guides staff, committees and boards and the Board of Supervisors in framing public policies related to private land use and the utili-
zation of resources. It also includes planning for capital improvements such as schools, parks, libraries, and transportation, while guiding environmental and historic resource protection. The county is divided into designated Development Areas which cover about 5 percent of the county and Rural Areas which encompass the remaining 95 percent. The strategy is to focus growth into the Development Areas to create quality
living while avoiding sprawl. In the Rural Areas, the goal is to improve access to services (such as broadband expansion) while protecting the rural way of life. Various areas within the county have individual Community Advisory Committees (CACs) which meet, generally monthly, to provide input and feedback to the county. Each committee has a liaison from the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors, and County Planning staff.
“Growth will happen,” concludes Lindsey, “and we want it to happen without taking away the things that make our area special.” Lindsey and her family are in Albemarle County to stay. “Our family is here,” she says. “This is what I know. This is what I love. I just want to be here.” Marilyn Pribus and her husband have lived in Albemarle County since 2007 when they moved from California. They live in a singlefamily home in an older development with families of all ages.
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Exquisite English Country home on 2.5 acres. Very private with lovely views of the golf course and distant mountains. The architecturally designed, 7,000+ sf. residence offers LR, DR, gourmet kitchen, library, office, media room, and 5 BR. MLS#611738 $1,650,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250
Exquisite brick residence, over 9,000 finished square feet, privately situated on almost 100 acres within 15-20 minutes of Charlottesville. Built circa 2001 of best quality materials with expert craftsmanship and meticulously maintained by current owners. Rolling land invites many agricultural and recreational opportunities. Other improvements include a pond, swimming pool with extensive terraces and pool pavilion, detached garage/shop. MLS#600284 $2,700,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 www.TotierHillsFarm.com
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An oasis of tranquility and fine country living within 20 miles of Charlottesville, 14 miles to CHO Airport. 177 private acres with c.1901 classic Virginia farm house, completely remodeled and updated. MLS#609244 $3,795,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 www.RivandaleVa.com
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 and, whole-house generator. Guest cottage, barn, lush pastures, and 11-acre lake. MLS#610431 $1,945,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
EDNAM FOREST
A true gem perched on 1.5 private acres! This stately c. 1963 4-BR Georgian is well-located within walking distance to Boar’s Head Inn & Sports Club. Wooded lot, bluestone patios, & nearly level lawn surrounded by beautifully manicured landscaping. MLS#608474 $1,845,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
KESWICK
Enjoy mountain views of the historic Southwest Mountains from this livable 4-BR residence on 6 private acres. Convenient and quick to Pantops, Historic Downtown Mall, and UVA. Within steps of all the amenities at Keswick Hall. MLS#611672 $989,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
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VERULAM FARM
Premier country estate on 500+ acres just minutes west of UVA off of prestigious Bloomfield Road. Classic manor home of timeless architecture and design with over 10,000 square feet of living space. Complete renovation with formal and informal living spaces, 10’ ceilings, 5-bedroom suites, center hall and spacious family room and kitchen. Lovely gardens, pool, pool house, 2-bedroom guest cottage, full equestrian facilities, and event barn/business. The farm is surrounded by over 2000 protected acres in green spaces. MLS#597954 Andrew Middleditch, 434.981.1410
SWEET RETREAT
A retreat for all seasons! Enjoy total privacy from this mountain home offering distant Blue Ridge Mountain views across the Rockfish Valley. Sited on 14+ acres, the home offers 4 BR and 4.5 BA. MLS#610115 $995,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863 www.330GraceGlen.com
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BLANDEMAR FARM ESTATES
25.4 acres with varying topography and amazing rock outcroppings. Unique design opportunities to create a stunning residence with magnificent views. Convenient to Charlottesville & UVA. Fiber optic available. MLS#593358 $554,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
MILTON VILLAGE
EDNAM
Sophisticated living just seconds from amenities and conveniences of Charlottesville and UVA. Brick residence has gracious main level with inviting entrance hall, large LR with FP, DR, gourmet kitchen with sitting/breakfast area. MLS#606719 $925,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
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
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
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21-acre lot minutes east of Charlottesville. Level building site has well already drilled & soils tested for drain field. Fenced with 4-board along road frontage. Creek, small pond, and automatic waterers. Close to public Rivanna River access. MLS#612288 $375,000 Mark Mascotte, 434.825.8610
BELLAIR
Beautifully constructed, circa 1953 brick home, private 1 acre lot, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, living room, kitchen, dining room, and hardwood floors. Convenient, close-in location minutes west of the city limits. More acreage available. MLS#601140 $595,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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CHURCH POINT FARM
944 acres along the lower Chickahominy River with 8 miles of shoreline. The property consists of marsh, farmland, woods, and cypress swamp and is managed for waterfowl, deer, turkey, and dove. Features 3-BR brick dwelling. MLS#2036779 $3,960,000 Philip Reed, 804.833.8325 www.churchpointfarm.com
EDNAM FOREST
Wonderfully large 1.5+ acre building lot in Ednam Forest. Build your dream home on this elevated, wooded lot located in a single family community, minutes from UVA and within walking distance to Boar’s Head Resort. MLS#598537 $289,500 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
GARTH ROAD
Foxfield area building lot. This 4.5-acre, nearly level parcel sits at the end of a short, private lane directly across from the main entrance to Foxfield Races. Quiet and private, it is only 8 minutes west of town and in the Western school districts. MLS#613093 $449,500 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124
TILMAN ROAD
Lovely mature 2-acre parcel of land in the Meriwether Lewis Elementary School District. Wonderful views with privacy in beautiful rural setting. Great location just minutes west of Charlottesville and UVA. MLS#585959 $249,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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EXCEPTIONAL LARGE ACREAGE
2 wonderful estate parcels in coveted Ragged Mtn. Farm. Excellent building sites, complete privacy, beautiful Blue Ridge Mtn. views. Murray/Henley/ Western Albemarle school districts. 84.79 acres: MLS#563174 $995,000; 100.22 acres: MLS#563171 $1,100,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
KESWICK COUNTRY CLUB
Bordering (Full Cry)Pete Dye golf course and lake, within grounds of Keswick Hall, 5-star luxury resort, is this magnificent 5-bedroom residence constructed of the finest materials with attention to every detail. MLS#603398 $4,200,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 www.FairwayDriveAtKeswick.com
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ENDING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 7, 2021 THERE WERE 63 SALES IN THE 11 COUNTY AND CITY AREAS
n 26 were in Albemarle with an average price of $489,520 n 5 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $731,180 n 10 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $568,256 n 7 were in Greene with an average price of $285,046 n 1 was in Louisa with a price of $479,903 n 1 was in Madison with a price of $489,000 n 4 were in Nelson with an average price of $297,975 n 1 was in Orange with a price of $175,000 n 4 were in Staunton with an average price of $184,375 n 4 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $302,100
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$458,900
RIVANNA VILLAGE
$463,315
Hidden Hills Subdivision
133 BLUE RIDGE DR
$424,900
SOLD
Bev Nash
434-981-5560
• 3 or 4 bedrooms, 3 baths • 440 sf garage • 2,372 sq ft plus a finished screen room • Main level master suite and dining room • Granite kitchen counters on white cabinets • Extensive main level floor tile, gas fireplace • Community trails with Glenmore facilities close by
36.59 acres E River Rd
$129,500
Dan Corbin 434-531-6155 • Long Frontage on Rt 6 east • Rolling Wooded Land with Creek • Multiple Home Sites • Future Development Hunting, Recreation • No HOA, No Restrictions • 3 parcels, Frontage on Bryants Ford Rd • MLS 600148 Piney Mountain Subdivision, Palmyra
10+ acre Lots
GOT PLANS? LET’S BUILD!
Dan Corbin 434-531-6155 • Gorgeous NEW 10+ Acre Homesites • No HOA, Common Sense C&Rs, Firefly • Close to the Lake, Dining, Shopping, Schools • Ready to Build? Be in Your New Home Summer 2021 • Your Choice of Remaining Lots - $109,000 • Call for A Personal Tour - MLS 602023
434.985.0021 410 West Main Street Charlottesville, VA 22902 Downtown
Ruth Guss
434-960-0414
• 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, 4,588 Fin. Sq. Ft • New Home to be Built on 4.79 Acres • First Floor Master Suite with attached Garden Bath • 5” Engineered Hardwood Floors on Main Level • 2 Car Garage, Crown & Chair Molding • 10’ x 20’ Morning Room, 2 Zone HVAC
4209 HAWKINS LANE
$535,000
Candice van der Linde 434-981-8730 • Country Living in Convenient Location. • Private Stocked Pond & almost 5 acres in Albemarle County • Main Level Master Suite • Eat In Kitchen w Stainless Appliances • Covered rear deck & Finished Basement • Covered Front Porch w View of your pond & pasture • MLS# 605931
$599,999
Shannon G. Hudson 540.661.2083 • Classic home in a classy neighborhood • 5 bedrooms w/3 masters, 4.5 baths • Landscaped w/brick courtyard & fountain • Partial basement w/1 car garage • Sunroom, FP, built in bookshelves
31 ASHLAWN BLVD
$99,900
Pat Burns
434-465-4444
• OWNER FINANCING considered on this large secluded 21.02 acre parcel with cleared building site on a hill overlooking wooded hillside and small running stream
517 LEXINGTON AVE
$945,000
SALE PENDING
Lori Click
434-326-7593
• Beautiful Lake Monticello Waterfront Property • Location, Location, Location. • 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths • 102 Feet of Water Frontage, Dock is 53’ x 12’, Kayak Rack • Sunroom - Views From Most of the Windows
Candice van der Linde 434-981-8730 • • • • • • • • •
Quintessential Charlottesville Notable Victorians on Lexington Ave Extensively renovated Redesigned character in all bathrooms, Master suite created on 3rd level Tremendous banquette seating & abundant light Ornate fixtures throughout convey Unique shelves, custom art features & organic tile and Onyx detail. Large level fenced yard
434.974.1500 943 Glenwood Station Ln Suite 203 Charlottesville VA 22901