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$567,500

278 JAMES RIVER RD
SCOTTSVILLE, VA 24590

Single Family Residence|Sold 12/15/2025
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,986
SqFt
$142
/SqFt
1914
Built
Subdivision:
UNKNOWN
County:
ALBEMARLE
Listing courtesy of TOWN REALTY
Bought with ALEXANDRA SCHWARTZ of LORING WOODRIFF REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES 4349774005
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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

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Listing Snapshot
Bedrooms 
5
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,986 sqft
Lot Size 
5.23 Acres
Year Built 
1914
MLS® Number 
660895
Status 
Sold
Property Tax 
$7,715
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
16 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
5.23
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Levels 
Two
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
3986
SqFt Total 
6002
Style 
Other
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RA
Interior Features
Basement 
Exterior EntryCrawl SpaceUnfinished
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Wood Burning
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
LaminateWood
Heating 
BaseboardHot WaterNone
Interior 
High Ceilings
Main Level Bedrooms 
1
Additional Bedroom 
Dining Room 
Level - Main
Foyer 
Level - Main
Full Bath 
Level - Main
Half Bath 
Level - Main
Kitchen 
Level - Main
Study 
Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Wood Siding
Lot Features 
SlopedWoodedPrivateFew Trees
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Slate
View 
Mountain(s)Trees/Woods
Waterview 
Mountain(s)Trees/Woods
Community Features
School District 
ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Schools
School District
ALBEMARLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School
SCOTTSVILLE
Middle School
WALTON
High School
MONTICELLO
Neighborhood & Commute
Source: Walkscore
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