$389,900

1697 S Amherst Hwy Amherst, VA 24521

$4,630
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,632 sqft
9.0 acres
$239 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1697 S Amherst Hwy

This lovely renovated home is nestled on 2 parcels totaling 8.977 acres, that is open and wooded with a small creek meandering though the front of the property. The home offers all new kicthen with granite counter tops, all new appliances, 2 updated baths, freshly painted thoughout, new light fixtures and ceiling fans, replacement windows and doors and new hardwood floors. There is a 15 x 16 outbuilding, freshly graveled circle driveway and 2 covered porches to enjoy the surrounding pastoral views. Located between Lynchburg and Charlottesville in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
Size1,632 sqft
Lot size9 Acres
Year built1949
MLS #358895
ViewOther

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Main Level Bedroom, Primary Bed w/Bath, Separate Dining Room, Smoke Alarm, Workshop, Dryer Connection, Laundry Room, Main Level, Separate Laundry Rm., Washer Connections
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • View: Other
  • Exterior: Circular Drive, Garden Space, Landscaped, Secluded Lot, Insulated Glass
  • Architectural Style: Story and a half
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • List Price: $389,900
  • Price/SqFt: $238
  • Annual Tax Amount: $801
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: 29 Business North out of Madison Hgts. property is on the right past Faulconerville
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,632 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 9 Acres
  • MLS Number: 358895
  • MLS Name: Lynchburg
  • Office Name: Montague Miller And Co.-Amher
  • Office Phone: (434) 946-5522
  • Office Email: mmcoamherst@montaguemiller.com
  • Listing Agent: Lynn L Bowling

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 20, 2015
Home Sold
$59,600

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$129,300$801
2023$129,300$788
2022$129,300$788
2021$129,300$788
2020$129,300$788
2019$127,900$780
2018$127,900$780
2017$127,900$780

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Central Elementary School

Public District PK-5

3.6 mi

575 Union Hill Rd

5

Amherst Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.1 mi

156 Davis St

4

Amelon Elementary School

Public District PK-5

5.1 mi

132 Amer Cir

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 $60,583. The most common annual income of people living in Amherst, VA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • NASCARNASCAR

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 1697 S Amherst Hwy

The listing price of 1697 S Amherst Hwy property is $389,900.

The property 1697 S Amherst Hwy is a house located in Amherst, Virginia, 24521.

Active Listing: 1697 S Amherst Hwy is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1697 S Amherst Hwy are: Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Amherst Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Amelon Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Amherst Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Monelison Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), P. L. Dunbar Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Amherst County High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), E. C. Glass High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Heritage High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $801 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 20, 2015 for $59,600 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1697 S Amherst Hwy has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 1697 S Amherst Hwy is 1,632 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1697 S Amherst Hwy is 1949.

This home is located at 1697 S Amherst Hwy in Amherst, VA and zip code 24521. This 1,632 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 9.00 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $389,900.

Amherst, VA housing market in March 2025 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 2 sold at listed price and over 6 sold below. In March 2025 in Amherst, VA there were 6.9% more homes for sale than in February. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 35 days, the median list price was $299,000.

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

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