About 278 James River Rd
Historic home with privacy, convenience, and lots of charm! Walkable to Downtown Scottsville on 5+ acres, just 5 minutes from the James River. There is 2000+ unfinished sq ft for more living space. Perfect opportunity for a short term rental or bed and breakfast. 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.,Formica Counter,Wood Cabinets,Fireplace in Dining Room,Fireplace in Living Room
Features of 278 James River Rd
| MLS® # | 660895 |
|---|---|
| Price | $639,900 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 3.50 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 3,986 |
| Acres | 5.23 |
| Year Built | 1914 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Style | Other |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 278 James River Rd |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | UNKNOWN |
| City | SCOTTSVILLE |
| County | ALBEMARLE-VA |
| State | VA |
| Zip Code | 24590 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Entry Lvl BR |
|---|---|
| View | Mountain, Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Heating | Baseboard, Hot Water, None |
|---|---|
| Cooling | None |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Unfinished, Outside Entrance, Windows |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplaces | Wood |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | 2 Story |
Exterior
| Exterior | Wood |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Trees/Wooded, Sloping, Private, Partly Wooded |
| Roof | Slate |
| Foundation | Crawl Space, Concrete Perimeter |
School Information
| District | ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
|---|---|
| Elementary | SCOTTSVILLE |
| Middle | WALTON |
| High | MONTICELLO |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | February 14th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 226 |
| Zoning | RA |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | TOWN REALTY |
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