$3,918 Closing Credit¹
#356960, Kelly Perdieu, Listing Office: John Stewart Walker, Inc
$379,900 List price
243 S Main St Amherst, VA 24521
$4,511
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
2,824 sqft
0.9 acres
$135 / sqft
House
Property details
About 243 S Main St
Located in the heart of Amherst, this historic farmhouse (ca. 1889)combines more than 2,800 square feet on a .8 acre lot with a central location on Main Street. From the classic front porch, enter to find a character-filled first floor with original wood floors along with many recent updates. The renovated kitchen features all-new appliances, a gas range with double oven, spacious walk-in pantry, and a farmhouse sink overlooking the fenced backyard and chicken coop. Completing the first floor are a sun-drenched great room, dining room, full bathroom, laundry/mudroom, and a spacious bedroom. Two separate staircases lead to three bedrooms, including a large master suite with a full bathroom and generous walk-in closet with custom shelving units. Other recent updates include a brand-new 30-year roof with architectural shingles and a 230sf back deck. Workshop & plenty of storage in the 1100+ sf outbuilding. A short walk to local restaurants, shops, library, grocery store & other amenities.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump, Zoned
Size2,824 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.88 Acres
Year built1889
MLS #355739
Summary
- MLS Number: 355739
- MLS Name: Lynchburg
- Office Name: Cornerstone Realty Group Inc
- Office Phone: (434) 810-6732
- Office Email: randy@thecornerstonerealty.com
- Listing Agent: Carl Jackson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2017 | Home Sold | $175,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $211,000 | $1,287 |
| 2023 | $211,000 | $1,287 |
| 2022 | $211,000 | $1,282 |
| 2021 | $210,200 | $1,282 |
| 2020 | $210,200 | $1,282 |
| 2019 | $200,600 | $1,223 |
| 2018 | $200,600 | $1,223 |
| 2017 | $200,600 | $1,223 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Amherst Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•156 Davis St
3
Central Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•575 Union Hill Rd
5
Temperance Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.7 mi
•1981 Lowesville Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $32,785. The majority of Amherst, VA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
54%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
48%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Monster Trucks
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Chevrolet
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country- Country
New Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 243 S Main St
This home is located at 243 S Main St in Amherst, VA and zip code 24521. This 2,824 square foot home, which was built in 1889, sits on a 0.88 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $379,900.
Amherst, VA housing market in February 2025 saw over 2 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 4 sold below. The number of listings in Amherst, VA increased by 11.5% between January and February 2025. Listings spent 44 days on the market in February 2025, and had a median list price of $297,500 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.