$728,950

1258 Colby Dr Forest, VA 24551

$8,656
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
4,524 sqft
1.1 acres
$161 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1258 Colby Dr

Beautifully updated & meticulously maintained home in Somerset Meadows, one of Forest's most desirable neighborhoods. Nestled on beautiful 1.06 acres with scenic views of the Peaks of Otter from deck & 2nd floor. Over 4,000SF of finished living space over three levels. Professionally landscaped yard with expansive 2-level deck (2017) & covered patio (2021). Large cedar playground (2023) w/low-maintenance rubber mulch. Spacious 2-car garage & mostly floored attic for additional storage. Spacious & flowing floor plan w/refinished hardwood floors, wainscotting, & crown molding, formal living & dining rooms. Open-concept great room & fully renovated kitchen (2021) featuring: Quartz Countertops, white cabinetry, marble backsplash, Kitchen Aid stainless steel appliances (2022), Under & upper-..

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
Size4,524 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.06 Acres
Year builtNew Const., 2006
ParkingGarage Attached
MLS #918410
Attached garageYes
FireplaceDen
ViewMountain(s)

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Tile - i.e. ceramic, Wood
  • Interior: Book Shelves, Ceiling Fan, Indirect Lighting, Storage, Walk-in-Closet, Wet Bar
  • Fireplace: Den
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Garage Attached
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Exterior: Deck, Patio, Paved Driveway
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • List Price: $728,950
  • Price/SqFt: $161
  • HOA Amount: $200 Annually
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,039
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Gentle Sloping, Level
  • Directions: From Lynchburg, Rt 460 West to left at Sheetz onto Rt 822. Turn right into Somerset Meadows, right on Colby. Home is on the left.
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 4,524 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 1.06 Acres
  • MLS Number: 918410
  • Office Name: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES PREMIER, REALTORS(r) - NORTH

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 09, 2015
Home Sold
$339,900
Apr 30, 2015
Home Sold
$320,250

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$497,400$2,039
2023$248,700$2,039
2022$183,600$1,836
2021$367,200$1,836
2020$367,200$1,836
2019$367,200$1,836

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

New London Academy

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

12400 E Lynchburg Salem Tpke

8

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.5 mi

1255 Patriot Pl

8

Forest Elementary School

Public District KG-5

5.4 mi

1 Scholar Ln

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $62,910. The majority of Forest, VA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

31%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

25%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • DillardsDillards
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • SubaruSubaru
  • CadillacCadillac
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1258 Colby Dr

The listing price of 1258 Colby Dr property is $728,950.

The property 1258 Colby Dr is a house located in Forest, Virginia, 24551.

Active Listing: 1258 Colby Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1258 Colby Dr are: New London Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Forest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Forest Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Brookville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sandusky Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jefferson Forest High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Brookville High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Heritage High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,039 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 9, 2015 for $339,900 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1258 Colby Dr has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1258 Colby Dr is 4,524 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1258 Colby Dr is 2006.

This home is located at 1258 Colby Dr in Forest, VA and zip code 24551. This 4,524 square foot home, which was built in 2006, sits on a 1.06 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $728,950.

Forest, VA housing market in May 2025 saw over 12 listings sold above listed price, more than 13 sold at listed price and over 9 sold below. The number of listings in Forest, VA increased by 5.4% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $420,666 and the average listing age was 20 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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