278 James River Rd, Scottsville VA 24590
- $725,000
- MLS #:660895
- 5beds
- 3baths
- 1half-baths
- 3,986sq ft
- 5.23acres
Neighborhood: None
Square Ft Finished: 3,986
Square Ft Unfinished: 2016
Elementary School: Scottsville
Middle School: Walton
High School: Monticello
Property Type: residential
Subcategory: Detached
HOA: No
Area: Albemarle
Year Built: 1914
Price per Sq. Ft: $181.89
1st Floor Master Bedroom: Yes
HOA fee: $0
Stories: 2 Story
View: Mountain View, Wooded View
Roof: Slate
Land Description: Nearly Level, Partly Wooded, Private, Wooded
Windows/Ceiling: 9' Ceilings
Garage Num Cars: 0.0
Cooling: None
Air Conditioning: None
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, None
Water: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Basement: Yes
Fireplace Type: Two, Wood Burning
Kitchen Features: Formica Counter, Wood Cabinets
Kickout: No
Annual Taxes: $7,715
Tax Year: 2024
Legal: ACREAGE
Directions: From Charlottesville, travel South on Rt 20 to Scottsville. Turn RIGHT on James River Rd (726) for 0.5 mile. (The driveway for the home is around the corner to the right when James River Rd connects with Warren St).
HISTORIC SCOTTSVILLE GEM READY FOR RENEWAL! Just minutes from the James River, this 1914 Greek Revival-style home sits on over five acres, offering endless potential. Classic architectural details include a grand double-columned portico, high ceilings, wood flooring, and multiple fireplaces. The spacious kitchen is a blank slate, ready for customization, while original outbuildings—including a garden house with a working pump—add to the home's historic charm. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, this property is perfect for those looking to restore a timeless estate or create a unique bed & breakfast. Located in a serene setting, this property combines the charm of early 20th-century architecture with the tranquility of rural living, all while being conveniently close to local amenities in Albemarle County and Charlottesville. Expand into the large unfinished attic and basement for additional living space.
Days on Market: 39
Updated: 3/20/25
Courtesy of: Town Realty
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Directions:
From Charlottesville, travel South on Rt 20 to Scottsville. Turn RIGHT on James River Rd (726) for 0.5 mile. (The driveway for the home is around the corner to the right when James River Rd connects with Warren St).
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Listing Office: Town Realty