A rare gem designed by renowned UVA architectural professor Jim Tuley, this striking contemporary home sits atop 30+ private acres with sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Walls of glass fill the home with natural light and frame the stunning landscape. Highlights include a remodeled kitchen, newly updated bathrooms, and a primary suite with a soaking tub overlooking the mountains. The property features beautiful gardens, mature plantings, fruit trees, a koi pond, stunning stonescape and a versatile barn/art studio ideal for creative or functional use. With solar power, a newer whole-house generator, and division potential, this private retreat combines architectural sophistication, sustainability, and investment opportunity—just minutes from Charlottesville.
Active
$1,999,000
407 Broad Axe Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
4beds
3,510sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
30.87 Acres Lot
$1,859,600 Zestimate®
$570/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 09, 2026 at 07:36am
Listed by:
MARK MACDONALD 970-331-2933,
CORE REAL ESTATE PARTNERS LLC
Source: CAAR,MLS#: 671168
Originating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Charlottesville Area Association of RealtorsTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Full Bath, Foyer, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Primary bedroom
- Level: Basement
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Foyer
- Level: First
Half bath
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Multiple Primary Suites, Skylights, Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Home Office, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Porcelain Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Finished,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,510
- Total interior livable area: 3,510 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,475
- Finished area below ground: 1,035
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Deck, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Rural
Lot
- Size: 30.87 Acres
- Features: Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Partially Cleared, Private, Secluded, Wooded
- Topography: Rolling
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 057000000046B0
- Zoning description: A-1 Agricultural
- Horse amenities: Barn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonite, Stick Built
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Architectural
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optic Available
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: NONE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Charlottesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $570/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,163,200
- Annual tax amount: $7,789
- Date on market: 11/17/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 56 days
Estimated market value
$1,859,600
$1.77M - $1.95M
$4,102/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,999,000+72.3%$570/sqft |
Source:  CAAR #671168 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2013 | Sold | $1,160,000-6.8%$330/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2013 | Price change | $1,245,000-3.9%$355/sqft |
Source: Nest Realty #509418 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+16.7%$369/sqft |
Source: Nest Realty #509418 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2007 | Sold | $1,110,000+12.1%$316/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,789 +20.2% | $1,163,200 +15.5% |
| 2024 | $6,478 +2.3% | $1,007,500 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,330 +6.8% | $987,700 +1.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$11,927/mo
Principal & interest
$9911
Property taxes
$1316
Home insurance
$700
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 22903
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Virginia L Murray Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10Joseph T Henley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 9/10Western Albemarle High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Murray
- Middle: Henley
- High: Western Albemarle
Source: CAAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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