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A NEW BEGINNING on 21 acres in gorgeous Southern Albemarle Co. and have views of the James River with some clearing. Well and septic in place. Building site already cleared. 15 min. to major grocery store and delightful downtown Scottsville. Under 30 min. to I-64 interchange. Bring your chickens, goats and plans for your garden. No HOA. $200,000. Caroline Revercomb, 434-981-1893. (595063)

COME BUILD YOUR HOME in Greene Acres. This community offers a beach for your entertainment. The lot is elevated and wooded. No survey on file nor perk. Community does not allow mobile homes and has restrictions on modulars. $20,000. www.KathyMarkwood.com 434-9856454. (581658)

TAKE ADVANTAGE of the rare opportunity to purchase a brick ranch on 18+/- acres in the South River Valley (Stanardsville). Potential elevated views of the South River and surrounding farms along the western ridge. Home is in need of renovation and TLC. There is a detached garage/workshop and an equipment shed on the property. $350,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-9605187. (594497)

MOVE-IN READY! New attached homes constructed by Atlantic Builders in Evershire. Plenty of living space with over 1850 fin. sq. ft. and 1 car garage. Rear kitchen views, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances. Owners bedroom features its own bath with dual vanities, step-in shower and large walk-in closet. Enjoy BBQ's on your deck. HOA includes lawn care, snow removal, exterior maintenance including your roof. $224,900. Bevin Cetta Boisvert, 434-996-8633. (586045)

ESCAPE TO THE MOUNTAINS! This 1BR/ 1BA Mountain Chalet is the perfect weekend retreat. Main level offers a full kitchen, living room with 2 story ceilings, lots of windows and full bath. Loft area serves as a bedroom. Rear deck overlooks backyard which includes various fruit trees. Low maintenance. Easy access to South River Falls in the Shenandoah National Park. Only 15 minutes to the town of Stanardsville. $105,000. Megan Perry, 434-806-5245. (595401)

BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS for as far as the eye can see! Only one of two condos at Wintergreen Resort which offer an elevator Open floor plan, galley kitchen, spectacular views, great room w/ wood-burning fireplace, large master bedroom w/ deck access, ceramic tile in both bathrooms, covered parking, & fully furnished. $175,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (584147)

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ay “Orange County,” and the first thing most of us think of is Montpelier, the 2,700-acre estate of President James Madison. But there is a whole lot more history, and a whole lotta good living to be found in Orange: good food, fine wine, pretty countryside, and lovely places just waiting to be called “home,” from three-bedroom ramblers to million-dollar mansions. Although it is just 17 by 37 miles, when it was established by the Virginia House of Burgesses the county extended as far as the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River—to “the utmost limits of Virginia.” That was in 1734. History here goes a little further back, however. The first evidence of human civilization in Orange County “is a Clovis spear point that was picked up on a farm near Somerset, that’s been dated to 10,000 B.C.,” says Frank Walker, a

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dairy farmer turned lawyer, and pillar of the Orange County Historical Society. “The Paleos were here!” So were 160,000 soldiers of the Union and Confederate armies, which met at the Battle of the Wilderness in May of 1864 in the first clash between Generals Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee. At times both Confederate and Union forces made their headquarters at Ellwood Manor, a Georgian-style circa 1790 home, which served as a Confederate hospital after the war. Now on Route 20, the home is maintained by the National Park Service and is open to the public.

Historic Properties, Living Culture As for Montpelier, home to the country’s fourth President, and his affable, super-hostess wife Dolley, the two-story, circa 1764 house with a low, hipped roof and chimney stacks at each end has been faithfully restored to

From January 31 through February 9 at Barboursville High School, FCP will present Dear Edwina, the heartwarming story of thirteen-year-old Edwina Spoonapple, advice-giver extraordinaire, giving shows in the family garage, and tackling all the world’s problems, from birthday party etiquette to table settings, with the help of friends, neighbors, and older siblings. Upcoming FCP productions include The Mousetrap, a classic whodunit by Agatha Christie (March 6 through 22), and local musician Kip McCharen’s

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its early 19th century state. Today the entire property is “a memorial to James Madison and the Enslaved Community, a museum of American history, and a center for constitutional education that engages the public with the enduring legacy of Madison’s most powerful idea: government by the people.” The nearby town of Barboursville is proud of its own history. Named for James Barbour, the 19th Governor of Virginia, Barboursville is the birthplace of the 12th President of the United States, Zachary Taylor. The first

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“Barboursville” was one of the largest homes in the area, and the only building in Orange County to have been designed in Neo-Palladian style by Thomas Jefferson. Constructed between 1814-1822, it was destroyed by fire on December 25, 1884. The wall, chimneys and pillars that remain, are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and sit on land owned by one of Virginia’s finest wineries, Barboursville Vineyards. Each July they are the setting for Shakespeare in the Ruins, with performances by the Four County Players. Located in the town of Barboursville, Four County Players was founded by ten people in 1973, and is today Central Virginia’s longest continuously-operating community theater and “the cultural hub” of its community.

Cellar in Blue (April 10 through 19), a musical journey from blues to jazz to Broadway, accompanied by a threepiece jazz combo and some of the area’s finest singers. “Just behind where the Four County Players are is Old Barboursville Road,” says John Ince with Wiley Real Estate, a county resident for over 30 years. “You’ve got the Nichols Gallery, with an artist who does amazing silkscreens.” The artist is Frederick Nichols, whose prints and paintings have been exhibited internationally, and whose gallery annex exhibits the work of a variety of mid-Atlantic artists. The nearby Arts Center in Orange, established in 1997 on Main Street, has a large gallery and gift shop, classrooms, and a studio. Virginia artists keep the shop stocked with contem-

Farm house with several outbuildings and a detached garage on 6.724 acres in Unionville, VA featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, kitchen, dining area, enclosed side porch and much more. Plumbing does not hold pressure, the home has been identified as being in FEMA Flood Zone X (No special flood hazard area). VENDEE financing might be available – visit listings.vrmco.com for details, property ID 124014. Home was built prior to 1978 – lead based paint could exist. MLS# 597864 $214,900

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PHOTO: KENNETH GARRETT, COURTESY OF THE MONTPELIER FOUNDATION porary art, pottery, sculpture, fiber art, glassware, metalwork, and jewelry. Another way to see county talent is to visit the Orange County Fair, a tradition each summer since 1910, first on the grounds of the county courthouse, and since 1987 at Montpelier. “An old-fashioned county fair in the truest sense,” it is known for 4-H Club exhibits, live music, traditional dancing, and historical displays. More fine work is on display every October at Montpelier at the Fall Fiber Festival & Montpelier Sheep Dog Trials. Go for the workshops, fiber arts demonstrations and displays, handson demonstrations, a fleece sale, fiber and crafts vendors, music, animal exhibits and, of course, the not-to-bemissed sheep dog trials—held in four classes of competition under the auspices of the Virginia Border Collie Association.

Wine and Zinnias “Orange County,” Ince notes with pride, “has some of the best soil in the area. That’s why these period homes and full plantations are there. It has the best land.”

Nine hundred acres of that land belong to one of the most esteemed enterprises in the county, Barboursville Vineyards, founded in 1976 by a family prominent in Italian viticulture since 1821. Barboursville was the first Virginia estate to plant Vitis vinifera vines since Thomas Jefferson tried and failed to produce a drinkable beverage on land near Monticello. Winery manager Luca Paschina has succeeded. Now considered one of the finest wineries in the Commonwealth, Barboursville Vineyards was honored to have its flagship Octagon wine, a Bordeaux-style blend, served to Queen Elizabeth II when she visited Virginia in 2007. Orange County is also the home of Horton Vineyards. Soon after Dennis Horton planted his first vineyard in 1983, he began searching for grape varieties best suited to Virginia’s warm and humid summers. In the Rhone Valley in southern France, Horton discovered the Viognier, whose thick skin and loose clusters made it perfect for the Virginia climate. Horton Vineyards currently bottles dozens of wines from

Montpelier, home to the country’s fourth President, and his affable, super-hostess wife Dolley, has been faithfully restored to its early 19th century state.

Viognier, Malbec and Cabernet Francs, to an array of fruit (pear, peach, etc.) and dessert wines. Farmers and viticulturists aren’t the only ones who appreciate Orange County soil. The Dolley Madison Garden Club is celebrating its centennial year. Founded in Orange in November 1919 by a group of civic and garden-oriented women, the Club’s mission is “to protect the rural heritage of the area, stimulate horticulture advancement, and undertake community improvement projects.” The zinnia, a flower associated with friendship, endurance, and constancy, is the Club’s official symbol.

See It Now Perhaps the best introduction to Orange County today is a trip along some of its gorgeous country roads. “Orange County has a couple of absolutely beautiful roads with 1920s and 1950s homes” Ince says. “Take Route 20 north from Charlottesville and go through Stoney Point in Albemarle County and then you’re in Orange County; that will take you through Barboursville and then Somerset and

Come Live in Orange What attracts newcomers to Orange County? “Privacy and nice surroundings—those are the key factors,” Ince says. “The Board of Supervisors has pretty much always been made up of voices sympathetic to very, very careful growth, realizing that the attraction of the area is its unspoiled, historic, beautiful countryside. The zoning regulations are fairly conservative as far as being able to divide land. There is a real conservation mindset.”

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15340 BERRY HILL RD. ORANGE, VA Elegant 5 bed/4.5 bath brick Manor home built in 1910. Renovated home sits on 16 elevated pastoral acres with magnificent views in all directions. Large kitchen has hand-milled heart pine cabinetry, commercial stove, large center island, granite counters, farm sink with stunning views to vineyard and hand built barn. Pastures are currently used for cows, but will work for horses also. Smaller fenced backyard area is ideal for pets and play. The property consists of two parcels that make up the 16 acres: 8+ is zoned agriculture the 7+ is zoned commercial and sits at the bottom of the property closer to road area. A rare Southern beauty listed at $645,000. Call JANICE KAVANAGH Janice Kavanagh to make an appointment. Listing Specialist and Market Expert Planning to sell your home? Work with a listing specialist and market expert to get your home sold.

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“The Gordonsville area has had a lot of historic preservation downtown,” notes Mandy Brown, REALTOR® with Century 21 New Millennium. “There are some tract builders that have come into Gordonsville, but for the most part it’s an older community.” A number of Gordonsville spots are on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Exchange Hotel. First frequented by railroad passengers, the hotel became the Gordonsville Receiving Hospital, providing care for 70,000 Union and Confederate soldiers. During Reconstruction the hospital served newly freed slaves. Now fully restored, this lovely building with its high ceiling parlors and grand veranda is a museum dedicated to the Civil War era.

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into the town of Orange. It’s a beautiful road. “Then if you keep going straight on through the town of Orange it becomes Rapidan Road. That’s 615, and it’s absolutely gorgeous. The views on Rapidan Road are amazing. “Route 231 is another pretty drive. Take Route 20 from Somerset and go right to 231; that will wind you through some of the prettiest countryside you’ve ever seen, and you’ll come right out at Gordonsville. “The towns of Gordonsville and Orange are wonderful. Somerset is kind of a hidden gem—completely rural, pretty much all farms. People have been there for generations. Some of the most beautiful estates in Virginia are in Somerset. You have all these beautiful homes between Somerset and Gordonsville on Route 231. All you’re going to see is a driveway that might go a mile back to a period home. “Gordonsville is a nice little town. A renovation project five or six years ago laid out a lovely, walk-friendly Main Street. It’s pretty much all antique and craft stores. The Romchambleu is a four- or five-star restaurant. The Inn at Willow Grove in Orange is another nice restaurant. They have a satellite restaurant in Orange called Forked on Main, one of our favorite places.”

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Stoney Creek 118 Stoney Creek West Enjoy the park-like setting of this private parcel with Charleston-style home featuring 10-foot columns on double stacked porches. Ideal outdoor living with 1200 square feet of covered porches/ decks. Hardiplank siding, 2x6 construction, renovated kitchen with custom cabinets and granite countertops, Brazilian cherry floors, gas fireplace, 4th BR/office/den, oversized garage, workshop/ storage, seasonal mtn views, fiber internet. 30 minutes to C'ville.

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519 Foothills Drive Custom-built ranch in Stoney Creek with acreage and privacy! Easy one-level living with open flow. Two master suites and a home office. Full basement has guest and family rooms and unfinished space for workshop, or rec room. 4 covered porches, 2-car garage, seasonal views and superior construction, poured concrete walls, fiber cement siding, 9-foot ceilings, 50-year roof, stone fireplace with wood stove insert, hardwood floors, granite countertops, fiber internet. $549,500

424 Hunters Point Custom built, 3 BR, 2 BA golf-front home in the heart of Stoney Creek. Open great room with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, built-in cabinets and shelving. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertop and stainless steel appliances. Spacious master suite with private office, ensuite bath with shower, soaking tub, double vanity with granite top. Oak flooring in the living space and bedrooms. Minutes from tennis, lake, breweries, and Nellysford. $410,000

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In terms of housing, “the county has a lot to offer, depending on what your preferences are,” Brown says. “Lake of the Woods is a huge planned, gated community with a wide range of homes from small, three-bedroom ramblers 30-40 years old, on up to million-dollar homes. There is a huge variety there.” The main entrance to Lake of the Woods is on Route 3. Approximately 4,260 lots, 850 with lake frontage, sit on 2,600 acres divided into 16 sections. Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Inc., provides round-the-clock fire and medical transport services. Lake of the Woods actually has two lakes, the Main Lake and Keaton’s Lake. The 500-acre Main Lake is fed by Flat Run and numerous springs, and has two marinas, seven lake access areas, and eight sand beaches. Keaton’s Lake, also called Fishing Lake, covers

35 acres, and has a public launch area and a sand beach, and is the site of the annual Lake of the Woods Children’s Fishing Tournament. In addition to swimming and boating on the lakes, residents enjoy a USGA golf course, an Equestrian Center, two outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, a clubhouse, fitness center, community center, numerous parks with ball fields, and walking trails. “The town of Orange is an old town,” Brown says, “so you have the older homes, but it’s starting to get that influx of rehab and restoration. There is a new microbrewery called Ironworks that is opening up. A lot of new things are just coming into that town.” “There are a good number of properties with new homes on big lots in Orange County—three to five acres, something like that, with a nice new home,” Ince says. “They are a lot more affordable than the same thing in Albemarle County.” Horse lovers take note: “If you’re looking for a horse farm, don’t write Orange County off; it’s probably where you’re going to find your best land and your best prices.” “It’s a very Southern, rural community,” Brown says, and indeed it is: Southern, rural, historic and lovely.

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Enjoy mountain views of the historic Southwest Mountains from this livable four-bedroom residence on six private acres. Convenient and quick to Pantops, Historic Downtown Mall and UVA. MLS#594327 $895,000 Charlottte Dammann, 434.981.1250

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HISTORICAL Georgian Revival mansion built c.1878 by Gov. James Kemper on 373 splendid acres, offering guest cottage and a complement of farm buildings. Long frontage on Rapidan River. $3,900,000 MLS#574009 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455

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Impeccably built 4-BR home with gorgeous mtn. views on nearly 5+ acres in Western Albemarle. 10 minute to Waynesboro or Charlottesville and walking distance to award-winning breweries and wineries. MLS#585923 $1,295,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

C. 1910 traditional Virginia farmhouse located in Greenwood estate country 15 miles west of Charlottesville. Nice mix of open pasture land. Elevated home site provides generous views of the Piedmont country side. 6 BR, 5.5 BA, 6 FP, rich pine and oak hardwood flooring throughout, high ceilings at all levels, modern baths and appliances, home systems in first rate condition. Guest cottage with full bath. MLS#595248 $2,300,000 Mark Mascotte, 434.825.8610

VERULAM FARM

Landmark estate just west of UVA on 500 acres. Classic home of the highest standards with elegant spaces, 5 BR 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

BRAMBLEWOOD

522-acre sanctuary with a magnificent manor home, two other residences and a barn, in a beautiful and private setting in the heart of Keswick. MLS#595091 $6,700,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 www.BramblewoodVa.com

BELLAIR

Immaculate 5-BR, 5.5 BA home on outstanding lot overlooking lake & Birdwood Golf Course. Generous interior spaces and exceptional outdoor spaces with patio, screened porch, and courtyard. MLS#592058 $1,945,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

IVY

Exciting four-bedroom four-and-half-bath residence privately situated on 5.43 acres. Two master suites and spacious flexible main rooms for comfortable living. Quick drive to UVA and town. MLS#595565 $745,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

LAFAYETTE

Tucked in a quiet and peaceful setting down a delightfully tree-lined lane is this attractive, three-story clapboard house. First floor master suite with five additional bedrooms. House, built in 2000, can easily handle large gatherings or simply a few by one of six fireplaces. 10’ ceilings, spacious rooms, and excellent quality are several of the numerous features of the home. All on 91 gently rolling acres, great views, stream. MLS#574119 $1,950,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

SUMMIT RIDGE TRAIL

Expansive Blue Ridge Mtn. views from this custom built residence on a protected 1.4 acres. Easy floorplan and high end finishes. Convenient to I-64, Pantops, Downtown & UVA. MLS#597258 $1,195,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

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30 acres in a quiet, private valley in Madison County. Property includes barns, pastures for grazing animals, and multiple gardening spots. Nearby are hiking trails, trout streams, and Shenandoah National Park. MLS#589276 $695,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

TAYLOR CREEK ROAD

Picturesque 139-acre mountain property in Heards that climbs from the road to the top of the mountain. Good road frontage, creek, great access, internal road network in place for easy access. MLS#572750 $399,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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CHURCH POINT FARM

944 acres along the lower Chickahominy River, with eight miles of shoreline, plus managed cropland. The property features a three-bedroom brick dwelling. MLS#1912243 $4,475,000 Philip Reed, 804.833.8325 www.churchpointfarm.com

BLACKWELLS HOLLOW

Stunning 360 degree mountain views on this wonderful rural property in Browns Cove, just N of White Hall. Multitude of options. Made up of 4 parcels totaling 91.53 acres. MLS#588437 $599,000 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455

AUTHENTIC LOG CABIN

Wintergreen Mountain private setting near common space, Appalachian Trail, spa, golf, and ski slopes. 4-bedroom, 3-bath, quality features: post and beam interior, stone FP, OFFERED FURNISHED. MLS#591549 $535,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

SOMESET

Circa 1856, 4-bedroom, 3-bath home on 4+ acres fronting the scenic Rapidan River and adjacent to other large historic farms and estates in Orange County. MLS#596560 $885,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

COTTAGE

Recently upgraded this immaculate cute brick cottage on an acre is a quick drive to Stanardsville, Charlottesville, North Fork Research Park and NGIC. Flexible floor plan. No HOA restrictions!! No water bill! MLS#597254 $219,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

R ED

Six-and-a-half-acre lot at the end of cul-de-sac in desirable neighborhood. Well-located with easy access to Charlottesville, UVA and Crozet. Wooded lot with privacy but in a neighborhood. Western schools! MLS#574585 $199,000 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124

TAYLOR MOUNTAIN FARM

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

JUSTIN DRIVE

Wooded parcel with outstanding views and long frontage on the Rivanna River. Close to shopping, restaurants, and more, yet totally private. Spectacular building site overlooking the river accessed by private drive. MLS#580880 $295,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

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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The Heart of our Community BY MARILYN PRIBUS

he Independent Sector, an organization gathering statistics about charitable activities, places the estimated value of a volunteer hour at more than $25. The actual amount varies by state, but clearly volunteers are valuable people. Indeed, volunteers are at the heart of any community from folks giving time to their church or children’s activities to those helping persons escaping domestic violence, feeding the hungry, or rehabilitating wild creatures. The catalog of local efforts is nearly endless from working with Boys and Girls Clubs, thrift stores, food banks, or spending time (or writing checks) for fund-raising events like the Alzheimer’s Walk or the annual Charlottesville Women’s Four-Miler. Kate Faulconer, a REALTOR ® with Loring Woodriff Property Management, was awarded a well-deserved CAAR Good Neighbor Award earlier this year. Since 2016, she has volunteered more than 500 hours with Piedmont Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), a group which provides trained volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children and youth.

Her interest arose from an incident when a young student of hers became involved with the court system, and she eventually went through CASA training. “It’s very important for these children to have someone who can and will advocate on their behalf,” she says, explaining that the length of her involvement with a case depends on its specifics and can last two years or more. “I once worked with a teen on a case that blew my mind,” she recalls. “When the teen was told ‘You don’t have the right to speak in court,’ I said, ‘Tell me what you want to say; I can speak for you.’” Faulconer points out how important this is. “CASA volunteers can help these children ‘speak’ through the volunteers’ voices, providing them a way to tell the court what the children need.” Another Good Neighbor awardee is Georgia Lindsey of Nest Realty Group who’s been recognized for her Meals on Wheels work over the past several years. She is the group’s vice president and has been active in their annual fundraiser which includes an ambitious silent auction that brings in thousands of dollars. “A good friend introduced me to our local Meals on Wheels,” she continues. “I was surprised to learn it’s an entirely independent organization, delivering

The estimated value of a volunteer hour is more than

hot meals five days a week, 52 weeks a year—including all holidays—without any public funding.” The group also makes “Blizzard Bags” with several days’ worth of nonperishables to be available when bad weather prevents deliveries. Lindsey says she loves her REALTOR® work because it means getting to help her clients find the perfect place to call home. “I also realize how much Meals on Wheels helps people who want to stay in the homes they cherish despite not being able to cook,” she adds. “That’s all it takes to make me want to do whatever I can.” It’s not surprising that efforts to get and keep people in cherished homes lead REALTORS® and other community members to help out local housing-involved organizations. For example, some years ago the Charlottesville and Albemarle Housing Improvement Programs merged to become AHIP. AHIP has its own staff and work crews, but also depends on local subcontractors and volunteers to make repairs through the Emergency Home Repair Program. Projects might involve roofs, wells, septic systems, plumbing, electrical, heating, windows, handicap access retrofits and other needs. There is a substantial waiting list for services

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Albemarle County resident Marilyn Pribus has a long resume history of volunteering from Cub Scout Den Mother to ushering at The Paramount and singing with the Charlottesville Threshold Singers.

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Two story, stately brick home in North Downtown. In immaculate condition. Set on a quiet street and an easy walk to downtown. Features include; hardwood floors, recently updated kitchen, sun room and full unfinished basement. Gracious living room with masonry fireplace and builtin bookcases. Terrific backyard with small detached garage/ storage shed. $675,000

A dramatic, contemporary home, privately set on 3.3 acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Soaring ceiling in the great room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Large kitchen has Viking and Sub Zero appliances. One floor living plus a large 2 room loft. Extensive outdoor living spaces include; a covered front porch, screened porch and deck. Lovely wooded lot. $525,000

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COMMUNITY

When you read about a local organization such as Meals on Wheels, Habitat for Humanity, or AHIP, check out its website for details about opportunities for volunteers.

The internet is an excellent source for information. A recent visit to volunteermatch.org, showed listings for about 70 specific volunteer placements in our immediate area. The website is searchable by interests such as Health, Education, Children and other efforts. Each agency lists its requirements such as minimum age, training sessions, and whether a background check is required. In addition, the website lists virtual opportunities for serving remotely by computer. This can be ideal for folks with difficult schedules or travel limitations. Recent volunteer requests included online positions for graphic designing, translation, grant-writing, online counseling for teens who have suffered violence, and many other positions. “Volunteering is so important,” concludes Lindsey, the Meals on Wheels vice president. “Giving back to your community grounds you in a way nothing else can. It reminds you that we are all in this together, working and living in this same special place.”

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which are prioritized for health and safety, especially when children and older folks are affected. Habitat for Humanity is another housing-involved group benefitting from volunteers with many local real estate professionals lending a hand. “We have always focused on affordable home ownership and neighborhood building,” explains Habitat’s President and CEO Dan Rosensweig. “Now we’re thinking beyond the house and beyond the neighborhood and bringing holistic benefit to residents and the community as a whole.” REALTOR® Anthony McGhee of Assist2Sell First Rate Realty chimes in. “We do anything we can to help with affordable housing, even if it doesn’t mean a paycheck for us. Our over-arching wish is that everyone has a home.” He explains that because adding to affordable housing and enabling ownership, benefits our entire area, volunteers work alongside prospective Habitat homeowners, donning hard hats and taking up hammers and paint brushes to help with home construction.

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New to Market

Feature Properties New Price

Fully Renovated 3 BR Home

Rugby Hills, Charlottesville $495,000 – MLS #598388 Walk to downtown and more, 3 full BA Angus Arrington, 434-531-1100

Gorgeous Estate – Tons of Privacy Albemarle County $1,189,000 – MLS #596176 Sprawling owners’ suite, gourmet kitchen Justin Kent, 434-951-7052

Wonderful 3 BR, 3 BA Home Glenaire, Albemarle Co. $517,000 – MLS #592547 Charming, 2-stall barn total 3.8 acres Bob Durrer, 434-242-6011

Adorable Ranch Home – 4 BR Lake Monticello, Fluvanna Co. $244,900 – MLS #598340 3 full BA, fully finished basement Cheryl Sprangel, 434-981-6695

Beautiful Custom Built Oasis Albemarle County $995,000 – MLS #592821 Southern living plan on 10.5 acres Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882

Beautiful 4 BR Home on 4+ Acres Buck Mountain, Albemarle Co. $449,900 – MLS #592566 Sprawling basement, 2-car garage & more Justin Kent, 434-951-7052

Fantastic Investment Opportunity

Wonderful Views – 26+ Acres

Prime Location Near UVA & More

Exceptional Custom Home

City of Charlottesville $1,350,000 – MLS #582184 Two triplexes and one duplex, income producing Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

Ednam Condos, Albemarle Co. $925,000 – MLS #597300 2 master suites w/custom full bath Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972

Albemarle County $1,195,000 – MLS #591232 Spectacular custom residence, 5 BR Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Peter van der Linde, 434-981-0889

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

Amazing Renovation!

Forest Lakes, Albemarle Co. $399,000 – MLS #576291 Upgraded appliances, finished bsmt Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

Lovely Split Level Home Northfields, Albemarle Co. $374,950 – MLS #580569 4 BR, 3 BA, great neighborhood Kris Jensen, 434-566-1738

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Mortgage Partners Jay Domenic 434-960-3039 NMLS#: 504845

Amazing City Location

City of Charlottesville $294,000 – MLS #591952 Quiet neighborhood, one level living Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 David Griffin, 434-409-6370

Business Opportunity

Scottsville, Albemarle Co. $249,000 – MLS #30195716 Retail shop in center of Scottsville Bill Bailey, 434-817-6052

Charming Home – Renovated Kitchen Lake Monticello, Fluvanna Co. $209,000 – MLS #595735 Light-filled, 1st floor master bedroom Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Missy Kent, 434-962-0485

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HOME SALES STATS

ENDING THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 8, 2019

There were 88 sales in the 11 county and city areas n n n n n n n n n n

40 were in Albemarle with an average price of $474,435 9 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $470,773 10 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $270,072 5 were in Greene with an average price of $273,312 5 were in Louisa with an average price of $295,000 1 was in Madison with a price of $225,000 7 were in Nelson with an average price of $182,386 2 were in Orange with an average price of $172,500 2 were in Staunton with an average price of $181,250 7 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $215,428

562 LOCHLYN HILL DRIVE LOCHLYN HILL

124 WOODGER CIRCLE TANYARD

295 LODEBAR EST NELLYSFORD

32 WHIPPOORWILL LANE LAKE MONTICELLO

216 W MAIN STREET ORANGE

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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

Staff:

PUBLISHER

Aimee Atteberry aimee@c-ville.com

MARKETING SERVICES Beth Wood beth@caarrew.com 434.817.9330

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Celeste Smucker editor@caarrew.com

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

HOMES SOLD

366 NORMANDY DRIVE CLOVER FARM

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

www.gcva.us Real estate tax rate: $.775 per $100 www.louisacounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100 www.madisonco.virginia.gov Real estate tax rate: $.68 per $100 www.nelsoncounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100

ORANGE COUNTY

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

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