278 James River Rd, Scottsville, VA 24590

$567,500
5
BD
4
BA
3,986
SqFt

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Sold Price
$567,500
List Price
$639,900
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
660895
Closing Date
Dec 15, 2025
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Baths Half
1
Living Area
3,986
Lot Size
227,818
Year Built
1914
Region
Albemarle

Property Description

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.

Additional Information

Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard, Hot Water, None
Roof
Slate
View
Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Elementary School
Scottsville
Middle School
Walton
High School
Monticello

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Listing courtesy of TOWN REALTY. Selling Office: LORING WOODRIFF REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES.