$5,997 Closing Credit¹
#663926, ERIN SAMUELS, Listing office: NEST REALTY GROUP
$485,000 List price
4870 Mechums River Rd Charlottesville, VA 22901
$5,759
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,018 sqft
0.3 acres
$240 / sqft
House
Property details
About 4870 Mechums River Rd
First Time on the Market! This charming 4-bedroom home is in the highly sought-after Highlands neighborhood of Crozet. Its CONVENIENT LOCATION is less than 10 minutes to Western Albemarle schools and offers the easiest commute to UVA (17 min) and all of Charlottesville. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac, the property features mature foliage providing privacy while still allowing winter mountain views. The welcoming front porch is perfect for morning coffee, while the private backyard patio invites you to relax or dine al fresco. Well-maintained parquet wood flooring graces the main level. The functional layout flows seamlessly between the living room, family room, kitchen, and dining area—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs are all BRAND NEW CARPET, 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The primary suite features an ensuite bath and a flexible BONUS ROOM for a dressing room or cozy retreat. While the house is move-in ready, the seller has left interior paint choices to the future owner—giving you the freedom to personalize the space to your taste. Plenty of space in the attached 2-car garage for vehicles, tools and storage. Finally, the house has BRAND NEW HVAC just installed.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,018 sqft
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built1993
ParkingAttached, Garage
MLS #666102
Attached garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Oven
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Parquet
- Interior: Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage
- Exterior: Patio
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $485,000
- Price/SqFt: $240
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,721
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: 250W to 240W. LEFT on Highlands Dr. RIGHT on Mechums River Rd. House is on your right.
- Year Built: 1993
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,018 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
- MLS Number: 666102
- MLS Name: CharlottesvilleVA
- Office Name: LONG & FOSTER - CHARLOTTESVILLE
- Office Phone: (803) 736-7870
- Office Email: mike.taylor@erawilderrealty.com
- Listing Agent: NANETTE ALCARO
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $444,200 | $- |
| 2023 | $435,800 | $3,721 |
| 2022 | $415,100 | $3,275 |
| 2021 | $383,500 | $3,275 |
| 2020 | $338,600 | $2,891 |
| 2019 | $326,800 | $2,790 |
| 2018 | $333,300 | $2,796 |
| 2017 | $311,900 | $2,616 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Crozet Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.7 mi
•1407 Crozet Ave
5
Brownsville Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.2 mi
•5870 Rockfish Gap Tpke
8
Murray Elementary School
Public District KG-5
3.1 mi
•3251 Morgantown 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 $53,312. Most Charlottesville, VA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
22%
<35k
59%
35k-100k
12%
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?
40%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
College Football
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
New Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 4870 Mechums River Rd
The listing price of 4870 Mechums River Rd property is $485,000.
The property 4870 Mechums River Rd is a house located in Charlottesville, Virginia, 22901.
Active Listing: 4870 Mechums River Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 4870 Mechums River Rd are: Crozet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Brownsville Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Murray Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Henley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Journey Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Buford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Western Albemarle High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Albemarle High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Murray (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,721 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 4870 Mechums River Rd has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 4870 Mechums River Rd is 2,018 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 4870 Mechums River Rd is 1993.
This home is located at 4870 Mechums River Rd in Charlottesville, VA and zip code 22901. This 2,018 square foot home, which was built in 1993, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $485,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Charlottesville, VA there were more than 37 sold above asking price, over 48 sold below and more than 31 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Charlottesville, VA increased by 6.2% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 26 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $530,030.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.