$649,900

278 James River Rd Scottsville, VA 24590

Estimated payment $4,156/month

Total Views 24,296
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,986 Sq Ft
$163 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • 5.23 Acre Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Leslie H. Walton Middle School Rated A
  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Historic home with privacy, convenience, and lots of charm! Walkable to Downtown Scottsville on 5+ acres, just 5 minutes from the James River. There is 2000+ unfinished sq ft for more living space. Perfect opportunity for a short term rental or bed and breakfast. 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.,Formica Counter,Wood Cabinets,Fireplace in Dining Room,Fireplace in Living Room

Listing Agent

Gary Palmer

TOWN REALTY License #0225217224[4908] Listed on: 02/14/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,715

Year Built

  • Built in 1914

Lot Details

  • 5.23 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned RA, Rural Area

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Slate Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Room
  • Den

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Windows

Schools

  • Scottsville Elementary School
  • Walton Middle School
  • Monticello High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,715

Year Built

Built in 1914

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Building Total Sq Ft: 6002.00
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Remarks Public: Historic home with privacy, convenience, and lots of charm! Walkable to Downtown Scottsville on 5+ acres, just 5 minutes from the James River. There is 2000+ unfinished sq ft for more living space. Perfect opportunity for a short term rental or bed and breakfast. 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.,Formica Counter,Wood Cabinets,Fireplace in Dining Room,Fireplace in Living Room
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Laminated, Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Entry Level Bedroom
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Dining Room, Kitchen, Foyer, Study, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Unfinished, Windows
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 6002
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3986
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 163.05
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3986
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 2016
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 2016
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 278

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Roof: Slate
  • View: Mountain, Trees/Woods
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: SCOTTSVILLE
  • Middle School: WALTON
  • High School: MONTICELLO
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121141540441
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: SCOTTSVILLE
  • High School: MONTICELLO
  • Middle Or Junior School: WALTON

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Sloping, Partly Wooded, Private, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.23
  • Zoning: RA
  • Zoning Description: Rural Area

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7715.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,498 $846,500 $98,000 $748,500
2024 $7,715 $838,400 $93,300 $745,100
2023 $6,085 $712,500 $74,300 $638,200
2022 $5,674 $664,400 $65,400 $599,000
2021 $4,864 $569,600 $58,000 $511,600
2020 $4,956 $580,300 $58,000 $522,300
2019 $4,490 $525,800 $51,000 $474,800
2018 $3,920 $504,900 $69,600 $435,300
2017 $3,604 $429,600 $61,400 $368,200
2016 $3,768 $449,100 $81,900 $367,200
2015 $3,434 $442,300 $81,900 $360,400
2014 -- $440,800 $81,900 $358,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Price Changed $649,900 -7.1% $163 / Sq Ft
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Price Changed $699,500 -3.5% $175 / Sq Ft
02/14/2025 02/14/25 For Sale $725,000 -- $182 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $251,853 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 660895

Bright MLS

APN: 13000-00-00-03700