Real Estate Weekly | 7.12.2023

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Main Level Living Homes Available with or without Basement!

Bev Nash 434-981-5560

• End of row townhouse

• 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 half baths

• 1,386 sf of living space plus a 493 sf basement

• Family room with a fireplace and glass doors

• Rear screen porch looking across a creek to woodlands

• We are freshly painted with new basement flooring

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Dan Corbin 434-531-6155

• 24 Beautiful Wooded Acres

• Long paved state road frontage

• Land has a sweet running creek

• Perc site identified, electric on

Bev Nash 434-981-5560

• Over 5,000 sf of quality living space

• 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, sunroom

• Cul de sac location backing up to a fairway

• Granite and Cherry kitchen, stainless appliances

• Hardwood floors, jetted tub, fireplace Basement, garage, home theater

1105

Rachel Burns 434 760-4778

• Commercial property in the heart of Belmont. Property consists of three city lots, .31 acres with a 3420 sq ft commercial building on lots 1 and 2. Zoned B-3 currently, slated as CX-3 in the draft of the new city zoning ordinance. There is three phase electricity to the building. The main level is currently a workshop and storage space. The second floor has been finished with a kitchenette, conference space and office.

Candice van der Linde 434-981-8730

• Renovated & Move in Ready Ranch on 4 Acres.

• HUGE 24 X 31 Garage with LIFT; steel exterior, concrete foundation 8” deep under lift & 5” deep elsewhere. Separate 120 AMP to garage

• Creek runs through the property from a natural spring.

• Three bedrooms plus office two full baths

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NEAR ALBEMARLE HS NOW $314,900

FLUVANNA $410,000

Taller towers?

County considers changes to rules on cell coverage structures

By Sean Tubbs

Albemarle County has long had policies in place that put a high priority on rural preservation. Since 2000, approval of cell towers depends on if towers and antennas are hidden from the landscape.

About half of the county is in an avoidance area of some kind or another, including historic districts. Public hearings are held for those that might have visual impacts.

“These barriers are counterproductive to providing the level of service we want in the county, and these suggested changes make it financially viable for wireless providers to make needed investments,” says Lori Schweller, an attorney with the firm Williams Mullen, who frequently represents wireless providers seeking to erect more towers.

Some on the Board of Supervisors agree, and have been calling for an update on the policy. CityScape Consultants has completed a long-anticipated study that has made suggestions about how the county could change its rules to increase coverage.

“This code really does keep the visibility of the tower down significantly,” CityScape’s Susan Rabold said at a recent Planning Commission meeting. “The challenge … is that propagation patterns cannot travel as far. The higher you go, though you would gain more coverage, you would have more visibility.”

One suggestion is to allow expansion of existing towers to 130 feet, which would boost signal coverage. Another is to allow larger equipment at the tops of towers.

John Foster lives near the Batesville Historic District, and he called for the county to retain rules that say towers can be no higher than 10 feet above the nearest tree, and that they must be screened by trees. He

also wants the county to continue prohibiting towers from being within 1,000 feet of a historic area.

“While I understand the desire for improved cell coverage, the current level of coverage does not constitute a public safety concern,” Foster says.

Commissioner Lonnie Murray urged the county to continue putting a premium on rural preservation. “Part of the deal of living in a rural area is that you have less service and I’m okay with that,” Murray says. “It’s just like when I go hiking in the wilderness, I don’t expect my cell phone to work.”

But Commissioner Nathan Moore says the county’s existing restrictions are too constraining, and he would be in favor of loosening regulations.

“So when you go hiking in the wilderness and when you go hiking on a nice trail, and your kid gets a sting or you have an allergic reaction or you fall and break your ankle, how are you going to get the word out?” Moore asked. “That’s the kind of reason why I’m very in favor of broader, better coverage of cell service.”

Commissioner Julian Bivins says he is tired of historic properties being protected from having to see cell towers. He added that denying cell service to the rural area penalizes people with low incomes who live there.

“There’s a whole host of people there that are just plain old working people,” Bivins says. “There’s a whole bunch of tradespeople over there that use their cell phones to get work, to do work, and to tell whoever is in their lives that they’re going to be late.”

A community open house will be held sometime this month, followed by public hearings before the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors in the fall.

FOX RUN

Keswick Estate Exquisite Albemarle County Country Estate set on 10 wooded acres. Gracious Manor Home offers peace and quiet! Home features 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, multiple wood burning fireplaces and a spacious 2.5 car garage. Fabulous kitchen features custom Jaeger & Ernst cabinets, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, expansive island, corner wet bar and a built-in Miele coffee maker. Beautiful primary suite with granite fireplace, custom walk-in closet and ensuite spa bathroom with a walk-in shower and marble tile floor with radiant heat. Extensive outdoor living area; gated courtyard, patio with wood burning fireplace and a 30’x15’ screened in porch with audio/visual hookup. Property features a stunning heated pool. Additional property available. $1,750,000

MAGNOLIA DRIVE

Dramatic, light-filled Contemporary home. Set on 2 peaceful acres at the end of a quiet lane. Great for entertaining! A gardeners delight with a 4000 gallon water system. Large gourmet kitchen is suited for a farm to table lifestyle. The dining room opens to a sunken living room. Terrace level has a family/game room and gym. A 2 story 4 car garage and much more!

Annie Gould Gallery

This map shows the current locations of cell towers in Albemarle County. The colored areas indicate avoidance areas, where towers are not encouraged and are difficult to permit.

BELMONT LOFTS

This 3-bedroom, 3.5 bath condo features extra high ceilings, a modern and open floor plan with huge windows and doors, and a large rooftop terrace with views of the Downtown Mall all the way around to Monticello. MLS#634149 $1,790,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

PEA RIDGE FARM

454 acre estate that has it all, location, views, water, stunning main residence, event center and more! The 15+ acre lake is centered among lush rolling fields of rich grass and a spectacular 5-bedroom home with tall ceilings, heart pine floors, 4 fireplaces, study, garages, and unparalleled views exists. Located 25 minutes west of Greenwood. Add to all mentioned above is a large metal barn, handsome log cabin with fireplace, stunning party barn and a two bedroom cottage. MLS#642925 $9,395,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

GREENFIELDS FARM

212 acres with stately 1904 residence, extensive equestrian facilities, 25 miles from Charlottesville and UVA. Purchase with 753 acres at $6,295,000.

Tranquil setting with creeks, pond. MLS#640175

$2,850,000 Steve McLean,434.981.1863 or Court Nexsen, 646.660.0700

WOODLANDS ROAD

Stunning 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home with 4,115 fin.sq.ft. of immaculate living space situated on over 2 pristine and landscaped acres only 5 miles west of the City of Charlottesville. MLS#641366

$1,295,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076 or Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455

RUNNING DEER DRIVE

One-level brick home on 3.25 acres. 3-BR, 2-BA, updated features, convenient and flexible floor plan, and oversized deck overlooking private back yard. Level, partially fenced lot. Easy access to Charlottesville, UVA, and I-64. MLS#643033 $489,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

STONY POINTE

Spacious and meticulously maintained 4-6-BR, 5.5 BA Manor home on 57 acres of tranquility. Panoramic views of the Southwest Mountains and winter views of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west. Located 6 miles from Charlottesville. MLS#638292

$2,475,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

GIBSON’S HOLLOW

Ivy area! A 249 + acre hidden, private Arcadia controlling its own little valley up to the mountain ridge top building sites. Multiple parcels and subdivision rights make it a conservation easement candidate. MLS#634183 $3,250,000 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124 or Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

MILL HOUSE

Former house of noted local architect Floyd E. Johnson, the Miller’s House has been renovated and expanded. On the banks of Totier Creek, which runs through the property, the house was originally the home of the miller of Dyers Mill. Today, the beautifully and thoughtfully renovated and expanded home is a delightful 5-BR, 3 full and 2 half bath home graced by tall ceilings, cozy rooms, numerous FPs and modern-day kitchen and baths. Guest house, 2-bay garage, pool, equipment shed plus 130 acres of open and wooded land. MLS#639196

$2,745,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

22-acre equestrian property, 12 miles from Charlottesville, features a completely renovated 8,575± fin. sf residence nestled on a knoll overlooking the pool and the Mechums River and captures a magnificent view of the Blue Ridge Mtns. in the distance. MLS#640137

$3,195,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

CHARTER OAKS DR

Exceptional Dunlora location. Spacious rooms, gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors, and finished basement. Two story foyer with open living room. Family room with gas fireplace. Luxurious primary bedroom suite. MLS#643015 $665,000 Court Nexsen, 646.660.0700

MEADOWLARK FARM

10 miles south of Charlottesville, a beautiful 283 acres, rolling to hilly, mostly wooded tract, borders Walnut Creek Park, with lake and miles of trails. This land has pastures, trails, creeks and a river! Many homesites, NO EASEMENTS. MLS#634310

$1,995,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

10 miles from town, near Free Union, 100+ acres, division rights, NO CONSERVATION

EASEMENT! Spectacular Blue Ridge views from many homesites, several barns, stable, 2 ponds, creeks, FANTASTIC offering! MLS#638858

$4,400,00 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

Wonderful 3.5 acre waterfront parcel behind renowned Keswick Hall in the gated and picturesque Keswick Estate. Bring your own architect and builder. Located 5 miles from Martha Jefferson Hospital and 10 miles from UVA. MLS#641712

$540,000 Court Nexsen, 646.660.0700

MEADOW FARM

436+ acre parcel of land in Southern Albemarle! 4 division rights; complete privacy; gently rolling terrain; long road frontage; stream; 3-acre lake; 125-135 acres of open land; mature hardwood forests. Under conservation easement. Owner/agent. MLS#634139

$2,985,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

CROZET AREA

Beautiful building lot -3.3 acres, fronting on a quiet paved county road. Land is mostly in pasture, some woods, creek and elevated homesite with panoramic views of mountains, pond, and surrounding pastoral area. Less than a mile to Harris Teeter at Crozet. MLS#636349 $450,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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

FRAYS GRANT

Just outside Charlottesville near Earlysville. This 21 acre lot is situated at the end of a cul-de-sac that provides privacy and a quite setting among towering hardwoods, and is convenient the CHO airport and ample shopping of various kinds. MLS#640231

$269,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

MISSION HOME ROAD

146.88 ac. in Albemarle & Greene County. Privacy & protection adjacent to the Shenandoah National Park! Full division rights & multiple home sites. Extraordinary timberland. Views of the mountains, along with easy access to trails & Skyline Drive. MLS#620276 $1,100,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

SOUTHWIND ESTATES

3 separate parcels with commanding Blue Ridge Mtn. views, level building sites 15 minutes from Charlottesville. Sites have been perked, have wells, and ready for your dream home. MLS#632482 $375,000 (7.8 acres), MLS#632490 $275,000 (2.4 acres), MLS#632487 $175,000 (2.0 acres), Court Nexsen, 646.660.0700

SIMMONS GAP/ ESTES RIDGE

10 acres of mature woods. Property has long road frontage and consists of two parcels being combined and sold as one. No homeowners association! Design and build your dream residence on this very well-priced parcel. MLS#621178

$189,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

GREENTREES

94+ acres 20 minutes from Charlottesville. Originally part of a 188-acre tract, two parcels may be purchased separately or together, with 2 developmental rights each. Mostly maturing pine and very long public road frontage.

MLS#635861 $700,000 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124

SIMMONS GAP ROAD

5-acre lot with mature hardwoods. Great opportunity to build with no HOA. Private building site amongst beautiful woods. Located between Free Union and Earlysville but so convenient to Charlottesville & UVA. MLS#621177

$119,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

HIDDEN FOX FARM

FAIRWAY DRIVE

RED HILL

1967

Well-cared for townhome in Pavilions at Pantops has an open light-filled main level with pristine hardwood floors, a three level Morning Room Extension, and a gourmet kitchen. 1-car garage. 5 mins. to Downtown and hospitals.

$425,000 | montaguemiller.com/643223

Ruth DeLong | 434.987.8783

Sycamore Springs---A fully renovated farmhouse in an idyllic setting in northwestern Rockbridge County. Charming older home w/standing seam roof, screened porch, gorgeous heart pine floors & wood burning fireplace. Open and airy kitchen.

$425,000 | CarterMontague.com/641192

Carter Montague | 434.962.3419

2614 Rio Mills Rd | Earlysville

Three bedroom, 2 full bath ranch house on a nearly 3 acre wooded lot, conveniently located near the airport and shopping at Hollymead Town Center. Sky lights provide natural lighting.

$349,000 | montaguemiller.com/642324

Brad Conner | 434.953.8124

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One lot available in sought after Old Ballard Farm subdivision! Lovely 3.21 acre lot with 650 feet of stream frontage. Old Ballard Farm features 23 single family homesites ranging from 2 to 4 acres, offering wooded & pastoral views.

$329,000 | montaguemiller.com/556908

Mike Gaffney | 434.760.2160

Gorgeous 72 acre parcel near Lovingston. Multiple elevated building sites overlook a beautiful stocked lake,with mountain views. Carefully managed property is worthy of construction of an architecturally significant main dwelling.

$550,000 | CarterMontague.com/637981

Carter Montague | 434.962.3419

Trish Owens 434.825.5393

Kendall

540.271.2153

Asheville Dr | Charlottesville

Shifflett

396 Bellevue Ln | Rockbridge Baths

355 Gobblers Glen Ln | Nelson Co

Old Ballard Farm Ln | Charlottesville