Sold for $429,900 on 11/30/23
$429,900
159 Blue Ridge Ln, Amherst, VA 24521
4beds
3,438sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
2.5 Acres Lot
$460,000 Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$2,474 Estimated rent
Home value
$460,000
$437,000 - $488,000
$2,474/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Wonderfully located in the Town of Amherst this home offers a park like setting! The large beautiful trees, creek and well manicured lawn make this property very unique. There are so many great features of this home, you will have to view in person! With over 2,000sqft on the main level this is a large, well kept home with hardwood floors. The living room offers a view to the kitchen/dining area. Gas logs in the living room are a nice feature during the cooler months. The primary bedroom has an oversized walk in closet and double vanity in the bathroom. Having main level laundry makes the laundry chore a lot easier! The large open room in the basement is perfect for entertaining your family/friends. The two hot water tanks is perfect for large families that need to get ready at the same time. There is an underground storage area under the home perfect for a lawnmower and other equipment. The current owners stored a MG classic car in the space. Call today for your showing!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 01, 2023 at 12:04pm
Listed by:
April Bailey 434-665-5385 aprilbaileyhomes@gmail.com,
Re/Max 1st Olympic
Bought with:
OUT OF AREA BROKER
OUT OF AREA BROKER
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 348511
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 280.32
- Dimensions: 19.2 x 14.6
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 289.92
- Dimensions: 19.2 x 15.1
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 175.2
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Below Grade
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Family room
- Level: Below Grade
- Area: 1325
- Dimensions: 53 x 25
Great room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 192.39
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 12.1
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 351
- Dimensions: 27 x 13
Office
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Drywall, Soaking Tub, High Speed Internet, Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 Fireplace, Gas Log, Leased Propane Tank
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,438
- Total interior livable area: 3,438 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,011
- Finished area below ground: 1,427
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Paved Drive
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 2.50 Acres
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 96A222223
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: AEP/Appalachian Powr
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connections
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Amherst
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/30/2023 | Sold | $429,900$125/sqft |
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| 10/11/2023 | Pending sale | $429,900$125/sqft |
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| 10/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $429,900+91.1%$125/sqft |
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| 11/7/2008 | Sold | $225,000$65/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,770 +20.2% | $290,100 +20.2% |
| 2023 | $1,472 | $241,300 |
| 2022 | $1,472 | $241,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 24521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Amherst Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Amherst Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 5/10Amherst County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Amherst Elem
- Middle: Amherst Midl
- High: Amherst High
Source: LMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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