Charming Cottage on a Quiet Corner Lot! This storybook cottage is full of character and tucked away on a peaceful, private street. New owner has done a ton of upgrades including finishing the upstairs to add a bedroom, full bath, and family room (perfect for guests or teenagers). Enjoy a spacious kitchen with a pantry and a flexible bonus spaceperfect for a home office or cozy breakfast nook. Relax outdoors on the inviting patio with overlooking the fenced back yard, or sip coffee on the classic rocking-chair front porch. A screened-in back porch adds even more charm and comfort. The home also features a 1-car garage and unfinished basement. A perfect blend of vintage appeal and modern upgrades!
Sold for $305,000
$305,000
521 Rolfe Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24503
3beds
1,865sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
7,492.32 Square Feet Lot
$304,300 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$1,583 Estimated rent
Home value
$304,300
$274,000 - $338,000
$1,583/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 05, 2025 at 06:07am
Listed by:
Jeffrey Eugene Sims 434-258-4751 jeffsimsrealestate@gmail.com,
Legacy Realty
Bought with:
Kim M. Nicholson, 0225256641
Real Broker, LLC
Source: LMLS,MLS#: 359770
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Lynchburg Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 5
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Great room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Office
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Forced Warm Air-Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- High Speed Internet, Main Level Bedroom, Main Level Den, Pantry, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,865
- Total interior livable area: 1,865 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,865
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Concrete Drive
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,492 sqft
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 04005009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lynchburg
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2025 | Sold | $305,000+2%$164/sqft |
Source:  LMLS #359770 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Pending sale | $299,000$160/sqft |
Source: LMLS #359770 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Listing removed | $299,000$160/sqft |
Source: LMLS #359770 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,000+93%$160/sqft |
Source: LMLS #359770 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2020 | Sold | $154,900$83/sqft |
Source: LMLS #327379 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,347 +40.3% | $279,400 +48.6% |
| 2024 | $1,673 | $188,000 |
| 2023 | $1,673 -6.6% | $188,000 +16.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 24503
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Paul Munro Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 3/10Linkhorne Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 3/10E.C. Glass High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
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- Virginia
- Lynchburg City
- Lynchburg
- 24503
- 521 Rolfe Ave