1. Virginia
  2. Scottsville
  3. 278 JAMES RIVER RD
$649,900

278 JAMES RIVER RD, Scottsville, VA 24590

  • 5 beds |
  • 4 baths |
  • 3,986 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1914
  • Property Lot Size Icon5.23acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $163/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 5 months ago

Property Description

HISTORIC SCOTTSVILLE GEM READY FOR RENEWAL! 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.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
February 14, 2025 at 06:00AM
Listing Office:
TOWN REALTY : 434-260-8222
Listing Agent:
GARY PALMER : 434-436-2760
MLS ID:
660895
  • General: AtticPrimary DownstairsPermanent Attic StairsEntrance FoyerEat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: DishwasherElectric RangeDisposalMicrowave
  • Basement: Crawl SpaceExterior EntryUnfinished
  • Flooring: LaminatePorcelain TileWood
  • A/C: None
  • Heating: BaseboardHot WaterNone
  • Fireplace: TwoWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 2

This listing courtesy of GARY PALMER, TOWN REALTY

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Location

Schools Nearby

S

Scottsville Elementary School

7868 Scottsville Rd, Scottsville, VA, 24590

Grades PK-5

1.10 miles away

W

Walton Middle School

4217 Red Hill Rd, Charlottesville, VA, 22903

Grades 6-8

8.58 miles away

M

Monticello High School

1400 Independence Way, Charlottesville, VA, 22902

Grades 9-12

13.51 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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