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1697 S Amherst Hwy, Amherst, VA, 24521

$419,900

Home List Price

$4,986*

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3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,632 SqFt
$257/SqFt
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1697 S Amherst Hwy, Amherst$419,900

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Year BuiltNew Const., 1949
HeatingHeat Pump
CoolingHeat Pump
BasementYes
WaterfrontCreek/Stream
ViewOther, Stream/Creek
MLS #351039
Lot Size9.00 Acres
StatusActive

About 1697 S Amherst Hwy

This lovely renovated home is nestled on 2 parcels totaling 8.977 acres, that is open and wooded with a small creek meandering though the front of the property. The home offers all new kicthen with granite counter tops, all new appliances, 2 updated baths, freshly painted thoughout, new light fixtures and ceiling fans, replacement windows and doors and new hardwood floors. There is a 15 x 16 outbuilding, freshly graveled circle driveway and 2 covered porches to enjoy the surrounding pastoral views. Located between Lynchburg and Charlottesville in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Story and a half
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,632 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Montague Miller And Co.-Amher
  • Listing Agent: Lynn L Bowling

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Separate Dining Room, Smoke Alarm, Workshop

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Waterfront: Creek/Stream
  • View: Other, Stream/Creek
  • Exterior: Circular Drive, Garden Space, Landscaped, Secluded Lot, Insulated Glass, Stream/Creek

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Garden, Landscaped, Secluded, Stream/Creek
  • Lot Size: 9.00 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Heat Pump

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: 29 Business North out of Madison Hgts. property is on the right past Faulconerville

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $419,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $257/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $789
  • Tax Year: 2021
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MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Lynchburg
  • MLS Number: #351039

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Montague Miller And Co.-Amher
  • Listing Agent: Lynn L Bowling

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Last updated on: 5/6/2024, 1:20:36 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 20, 2015Home Sold
$59,600

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$789$129,300
2020$789$129,300
2019$780$127,900
2018$780$127,900
2017$780$127,900

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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3
/10
  • Central Elementary School

  • 575 Union Hill Rd

  • 3.58 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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6
/10
  • Amherst Elementary School

  • 156 Davis St

  • 4.12 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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3
/10
  • Amelon Elementary School

  • 132 Amer Cir

  • 5.05 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,583. Most Amherst County, VA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1697 S Amherst Hwy

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1697 S Amherst Hwy property is $419,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 1697 S Amherst Hwy is a house located in Amherst, Virginia, 24521.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1697 S Amherst Hwy is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $789 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 20, 2015 for $59,600. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1697 S Amherst Hwy has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1697 S Amherst Hwy is 1,632 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1697 S Amherst Hwy is 1949.

Rocket HomesVirginiaAmherst CountyAmherst245211697 S Amherst Hwy

This home is located at 1697 S Amherst Hwy in Amherst, VA and zip code 24521. This 1,632 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 9.00 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $419,900.

Over 10 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2024 in Amherst County, VA. In the same period over 8 listings were sold below the listed price and 6 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Amherst County, VA between March 2024 and April 2024 increased by 75.8%. Listings spent 35 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $247,250 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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