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  • $315,000

    420 Grove Ave, Petersburg, VA 23803

    2beds
    2,688sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1783
    0.49 Acres Lot
    $315,200 Zestimate®
    $117/sqft
    $2,386 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Amazing opportunity to own a piece of history! The John Baird House, located in Old Towne, Petersburg, dates to 1783 and has a rich history as a personal residence, a church and a merchant marketplace. Beautiful restoration work + modern updates make the space inviting and ideal for residential or commercial use. The "porchless" facade atop a stone basement is a well-known landmark. Currently used as a proven 5-star Airbnb, the property could also be used as a speak-easy or events venue. The stone-walled basement with exposed beams offers so much potential! It's heated/cooled and has a large bath (room to add a shower), washer/dryer hookup + a utility sink. Wheelchair ramp makes basement accessible to all. Basement could also be additional living space (maybe add a spiral staircase to the 1st floor?) or a separate rental unit. Even more potential living space with over 1500 sq ft unfinished on the 3rd floor, with exposed beams. With 3 lots total, there's room to create an outdoor entertaining space... food trucks or bands perhaps? Plus plenty of room for parking. If additions/expansions aren't appealing, simply enjoy the beautiful home in its current state. It's in pristine condition and move-in ready! Furniture package available. A deep country porch welcomes you into the home. The main floor has a spacious entry/sitting room that oozes 19-century charm. There's a perfect blend of beautiful restoration work to maintain the historic feel and modern updates for comfortable living. The gabled roof was replaced in 2023, and siding was repaired and repainted in 2023. Lovely neighborhood with close proximity to outstanding restaurants and shops. Convenient to I95 and I85, and less than 30 minutes to downtown Richmond. A fantastic opportunity is here for you!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: May 21, 2025 at 12:12pm

    Listed by:

    Kurt Negaard kurt@thenegaardgroup.com,

    RE/MAX Commonwealth,

    Julie Negaard 804-305-9434,

    RE/MAX Commonwealth

    Bought with:

    Brendan Scanlon, 0225239436

    Allison James Estates & Homes

    Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2503299MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: HUGE- BR and Living room
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 23.6 x 23.0
    Bedroom 2
    • Description: laminate floor, CFan
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15.2 x 8.8
    Additional room
    • Level: Basement
    • Dimensions: 47.0 x 20.6
    Foyer
    • Description: Den/Sitting room, laminate floor
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15.4 x 14.2
    Other
    • Description: Tub & Shower
    • Level: First
    Half bath
    • Level: Basement
    Half bath
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Description: gas cooking, brick FP, LVP floor, pantry/closet
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 19.6 x 17.4
    Heating
    • Electric, Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Cooking, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Beamed Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Data
    • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
    • Basement: Full,Finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,688 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,524
    • Finished area below ground: 1,164

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Unpaved
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch
    • Exterior features: Porch, Unpaved Driveway
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 0.49 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 010110005
    • Zoning description: MXD1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame, Stone, Wood Siding
    • Roof: Metal,Other
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1783

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Petersburg
    • Subdivision: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Ownership: Individuals
    • Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
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    Estimated market value

    $315,200

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